State & Ceremonial

Australian Governors-General now 'The Honourable'

Her Excellency, The Honourable Quentin Bryce – Governor-General of Australia Governors-General have acted as the personal representative of the Sovereign in Commonwealth realms for generations and day-to-day carry out a number of duties both official and ceremonial to fulfil this position act as a direct connection from the realm in particular to the reigning monarch in England. By doing so…
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Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall expecting first child

Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall have announced they are expecting their first child. “Mr and Mrs Mike Tindall are very pleased to announce that Zara Tindall is expecting a baby in the New Year,” a statement released by Buckingham Palace confirmed. Zara will welcome her first child with husband Mike Tindall in the new year. Zara is the only daughter of Princess Anne and granddaughter to…
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The Duke of York joins Twitter

Twitter logo 2012 His Royal Highness Prince Andrew, The Duke of York – father of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie has become the first ‘HRH’ styled member of the Royal Family of the United Kingdom to join Twitter. Prince Andrew will use the account, sending…
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Duchess of Cambridge's gynaecologist awaiting birth call from the Palace

The world is awaiting the arrival of the royal baby as the Duchess of Cambridge’s due date draws closer. Now, with just over a week to Kate’s mid-July due date, the world is excitedly anticipating the arrival of baby Cambridge. One man who is more prepared than anyone is the Duchess’ gynaecologist who has told friends he is awaiting a call from the palace that could come…
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Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen's joy as her winning horse Estimate makes history in the Gold Cup

The Queen had every reason to celebrate today as her horse Estimate won the Gold Cup on the third day of Royal Ascot. The horse’s win marks the first time a reigning monarch has won the race and gives the Queen her 22nd win at the annual race. The Queen arrives at Day Three of Royal Ascot. Photo:@EmeiliaBurgess Estimate, the four-year-old filly is celebrating a second year of success at…
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