The Queen's message for the opening of the Pacific Games

While there are many sad memories of that terrible time, there is also solace in remembering how your community rose to the challenge of rebuilding your lives and supporting...

I hope that the new memorial will provide a place to remember, to grieve for what is lost, and to give thanks for what remains

I send my condolences to the families of those who were killed and to the people whose homes and businesses have been affected

The understanding that we belong together, and are able, through teamwork, to achieve far more than we could do alone, has always been at the heart of our approach.

The baton relay represents a calling together of people from every part of the Commonwealth.

I hope that you will enjoy your time in the United Kingdom, and I am sure that you will find a warm reception awaiting you, your athletes and the visiting spectators.

The success of the modern Olympiads owes much to the significant role that you, the Members of the IOC, play in promoting the Olympic spirit across the world.

You have endeared yourselves to the international Commonwealth community, showing them a State of professional excellence, generosity and goodwill.

I have seen the fortitude, ingenuity, and determination of the people of Brisbane to overcome the setbacks of last January.

The presentation of Colours is a special opportunity to recognise the past achievements, to give thanks for commitment and loyalty today, and to express confidence in the...

Australia has flourished and achieved excellence on the world stage.

It is my duty to seek to remain true to the interests of Australia and all Australians as we enter the twenty-first century.