Australia is a constitutional monarchy with The Queen as Sovereign.

In the course of more than 59 years on the throne, The Queen has developed a very personal relationship with Australia through regular visits. She has travelled throughout the different states to meet people from all cultures, walks of life and regions of this enormous and fascinating country.

As a constitutional monarch, The Queen, by convention, is not involved in the day-to-day business of the Australian Government, but she continues to play important ceremonial and symbolic roles.

The Queen's relationship to Australia is unique. In all her duties, she speaks and acts as Queen of Australia, and not as Queen of the United Kingdom.

The Queen's Royal style and title in Australia is Elizabeth the Second, by the Grace of God Queen of Australia and Her other Realms and Territories, Head of the Commonwealth.

Find out more about the Australian monarchy in this section:

- History and present government
- The role of the Governor-General
- The Queen's role in Australia
- Symbols and ceremonies
- Royal visits
- The Queen and Australia image gallery

View footage of The Queen and The Duke of Edinburgh attending a reception at Australia House: