I believe those of us who want to be a republic number around 70% The 40% for and 60% against was for the model proposed by that very cunning monarchist, Howard!

If we are not asked to decide the model but just ask if? Then the 70% figure is the one we can expect. A second and necessary referendum should present what model we the people would prefer as how we the people chose our GG!

Monarchists will try it on all over the shop to try and prevent that outcome as Howard did all those years ago in the clayton's referendum we had when we "didn't" have a referendum!
Alan B.

It's going to take time before people will be
willing to consider the question of a republic
for Australia. It shouldn't be rushed.

First the funeral, then the coronation. Both of
which may re-inforce support for a monarchy.
People's emotions will be running high. Also
the combined disdain that many people currently feel for
politicians won't help the argument for a republic.
At least not at present.

Questions like - "Do we need a head of state at all?"
And, "If a head of state can do no more than accede
to the wishes of the Prime Minister what purpose does
she or he serve?"

These questions need to be asked - but not now.

Time to spend the time and money on a Republic when more pressing things are fixed such as homelessness, housing shortage, transport, roads, the nursing.shortage, the teacher shortage, the looming electricity problem etc., etc.

In other words, things that really matter.

Brothers, Sisters

We the People of the Popular Post Monarchical Front of Australia (PPMFA for short) hereby resolve:

- towards minimalist change, ie:

- Following a Referendum (With 2 main options Stay With The Monarchy or Leave It).

- Retain the title of Governor General (GG) but with no ties to the UK Monarchy.

- GG is appointed by our PM for a 4 year term. Possibly running alongside 4 year terms between Federal Elections (noting 4 year Federal terms would follow the sound logic of fixed State Government terms between Elections)

- GG cannot remove the PM. Removal is by Parliament in a no confidence motion.

- GG signs off legislation as he/she does already.

- The abovementioned Referendum will also determine whether Australia should remain in the Commonwealth of Nations http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commonwealth_of_Nations

Signed

Mavers
Second Nation Top Bwana PPMFA

The reality is that people like being 'looked after'.
To service this need, a dominant personality will always rise to fill the role of overall benefactor and guide.
Even in a democracy, it works very well to have this kind of control above the parliament.
So it is a fact that large groups of people can be happier and more secure with a 'head person' in place.
In particular, one they don't choose. Like a parent.
So the present system works very well at bringing stability.
But as children grow up and strike out on their own, so should we forge a new path away from 'home'.
We still require friends and trading partners to prosper, and especially need to align ourselves with strong nations.
That is where real stability lies.
Being part of a large and well organised group, whilst continuing with our individual day to day regimes.
So whilst I think that we should sever ties with our monarchy, I don't see it as an urgent need.
But now would be a good time to consider the ramifications of 'going it alone'.

here here Is Mise, the ATO has already factored in the cost to change to a republic, over 2 billion dollars. What a total waste of money
Is becoming a republic help inflation? or cost of living, or our trade deficit? is it going to make houses cheaper? or get us better deals with other countries? is it going to make us safer, stop the chinese? Will it stop Covid? or any other IMPORTANT issues facings aussies today.

Can anyone give one good reason to be a republic? (and dont say it makes us a mature nation) we already punch way above our weight in the world order.