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Celebration Dinner for the 25th Anniversary of the 1999 Referendum
Please join Australians for Constitutional Monarchy for this historic event.
Friday, 8 November 2024 in Sydney nsw
8 November
2024
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An Invitation from the Convenors
It is with great pleasure that we extend to you an invitation to a special dinner on the evening of 8 November 2024 in commemoration of the landmark 25th anniversary of a defining moment in Australia’s history—the defeat of the 1999 referendum on a republic. This event marked a significant reaffirmation of Australia’s constitutional monarchy, a system that has served our nation with stability, continuity, and unity since our federation in 1901.
Hosted by Australians for Constitutional Monarchy, this dinner will be graced by the presence of a statesman whose leadership played a pivotal role in preserving our constitutional order—the Hon John Howard OM AC SSI, former Prime Minister of Australia. His vision and steadfast commitment to the Crown have left an indelible mark on our national identity, and we are honoured to celebrate this occasion in his company.
The conversation will be about the campaign, the many years following it, and our future. One question many people are asking is whether we have seen the demise of the 'politicians republic'.
We hope you will join us for an evening of reflection, conversation, and fellowship as we celebrate not only the preservation of our constitutional monarchy but the enduring principles of democracy, liberty, and heritage that it represents.
Prof David Flint AM
ACM National Convenor
Daniel Lahood
ACM Young National Convenor
Featured Highlights of the Evening
- A conversation with Mr Howard and those leading the 'No' campaign in 1999
- The evening will constitute the Sydney Session of our 25th Annual National Conference
- The Melbourne Session of the 25th National Conference, a joint function between ACM and the Monarchist League in Australia-Victorian Chapter, to celebrate the Royal Visit, will be held at the Melbourne Club on 14 November. Please contact Paul Webster here for more information.
Meet Our Special Guests
The Hon John Howard OM AC
Prime Minister 1996-2007
'The constitutional monarchy has “contributed great stability” to Australia’s system of government even though its role has changed over the years.'
About
John Winston Howard OM AC SSI served as the 25th Prime Minister of Australia from 1996 to 2007. He held office as leader of the Liberal Party of Australia, having previously served as the treasurer of Australia from 1977 to 1983 under Prime Minister Malcolm Fraser.
The Hon Tony Abbott AC
Prime Minister 2013-2015
'I want to keep the system that we have, which I'm sure will continue to evolve under the Crown.'
About
Anthony John Abbott AC served as the 28th Prime Minister of Australia from 2013 to 2015. He held office as the leader of the Liberal Party of Australia and was the member of parliament for the New South Wales division of Warringah from 1994 to 2019.
More Details on the Event
Where
Royal Automobile Club
89 Macquarie Street
Sydney NSW 2000
(02) 8273 2300
When
Friday, 8 November 2024
6:00-9:00 PM
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