Lidia Thorpe

2024 - 10 - 21

When Royals Meet Reality: Lidia Thorpe's Showstopper Moment!

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An Indigenous senator confronts King Charles III with a powerful message that resonates beyond the royal curtain!

In a moment that could only be described as dramatic, Australian senator Lidia Thorpe made headlines for her bold confrontation with King Charles III during the royal visit to Australia. As the British monarch wrapped up his speech at Parliament House, Thorpe seized the moment, shouting, "You are not our king!" Her passionate outburst was not just an expression of dissent but a reflection of deep-seated issues regarding Indigenous rights, land ownership, and Australia’s colonial past.

The incident unfolded as King Charles and Camilla entered the Great Hall, but not in a manner that Thorpe expected – there was no processional march past the outspoken senator. Instead, they took a hidden entrance, perhaps giving a nod to the realities of their historical role in the Indigenous narrative. Thorpe did not hold back, accusing the royal family of genocide and demanding that they return what was stolen from Indigenous Australians. Her strong words echoed through the hall, leaving many in attendance hushed and in disbelief.

Thorpe, an Independent senator from Victoria, has been a tireless advocate for Indigenous rights and has long called for a treaty recognizing Aboriginal autonomy. When questioned about whether her actions were an abuse of power, she confidently stated, "I wasn’t fussed" about public opinion. Her clarity and conviction served to highlight the ongoing struggles faced by Indigenous Australians in their pursuit of justice and recognition, proving once again that the past is not easily forgotten, even in the presence of royalty.

While her heckling divided opinions across the political spectrum, Thorpe's actions sparked a critical conversation about historical narratives and accountability. The uproar has led to varied reactions, with some praising her courage while others criticize her for disrupting a ceremonial event. Whatever the stance, Thorpe has ignited a dialogue about the legacy of colonization and its enduring impact on Indigenous communities in Australia. Her words serve as a powerful reminder that the story of Australia is alive and evolving, shaped by voices that must not be overlooked.

Interestingly, Lidia Thorpe is not just a politician; she's a trailblazer as the first Aboriginal woman to serve in the Victorian Parliament. Additionally, King Charles III's visit was not just ceremonial for him but also significant, as it marks a period of renewed focus on Commonwealth relations and the post-colonial narrative across the globe. In the arena of politics, moments like these show that even royals must stay alert to the currents of change, particularly from those who demand their rights to be recognized.

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With her protest before the king, Lidia Thorpe bursts the warm ... (The Guardian)

Charles and Camilla entered the Great Hall from a door behind the stage – not from the foyer, down the centre aisle, and past Thorpe. Now we may know why.

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Australian lawmaker confronts British royals: 'You are not my king' (CNN)

Britain's King Charles II had just finished giving a speech to Australia's Parliament House on Monday when an Indigenous senator began yelling, “You are not ...

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Australian senator heckles Charles: 'You are not my king' (The Washington Post)

Indigenous lawmaker Lidia Thorpe was removed from an event at Australia's Parliament after accusing the British royal family of “genocide” and stealing ...

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'Give us what you stole from us,' Indigenous Australian senator yells ... (NPR)

Sen. Lidia Thorpe was escorted out of a parliamentary reception for the royal couple after shouting that British colonizers have taken Indigenous land and ...

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Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe defends comments to King as ... (Sky News)

Ms Thorpe said she "wasn't fussed" if some people think she abused her power, when she was asked about the incident on Sky News.

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Senator Lidia Thorpe interrupts royal reception for King Charles and ... (ABC News)

Independent senator Lidia Thorpe has interrupted a royal reception in Parliament House, yelling "you are not our king" and "this is not your land" to King ...

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Lidia Thorpe: Who is the Indigenous Australian MP who accused ... (The Independent)

Ms Thorpe, an Indigenous woman from Victoria, has long advocated for a treaty between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians to recognise their autonomy and ...

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Not my King, Australian senator Lidia Thorpe shouts at Charles (BBC News)

Senator interrupts ceremony in Australian capital city of Canberra on the second official day of royal engagements.

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See Lidia Thorpe, Australian lawmaker, heckle King Charles | CNN (CNN)

Australian Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe heckled King Charles III after he gave a speech to Australia's Parliament House during his visit to the ...

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Politicians face criticism over remarks on Lidia Thorpe's ... (ABC Message Stick)

Politicians on both sides of parliament attack Lidia Thorpe's disruption of a ceremony for King Charles. But on Q+A, one Indigenous man urged them to ...

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Indigenous elder scolds Lidia Thorpe for yelling 'disrespectful ... (The Guardian)

Aunty Violet Sheridan says the Victorian senator 'does not speak for me and my people' and called Thorpe's yelling of 'fuck the colony' inappropriate.

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Why Australian senator Lidia Thorpe heckled King Charles (BBC News)

Lidia Thorpe explained why she heckled the monarch to the BBC's Katy Watson, on his second day of engagements.

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King Charles III Heckled by Lidia Thorpe, an Indigenous Australian ... (The New York Times)

King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator.

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Why Australian senator Lidia Thorpe heckled King Charles (BBC News)

Lidia Thorpe explained why she heckled the monarch to the BBC's Katy Watson, on his second day of engagements.

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Liberals weigh censure motion against Lidia Thorpe (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Senior Coalition MPs are considering a censure motion against independent senator Lidia Thorpe after the maverick politician yelled at King Charles.

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British PM defends King Charles after Lidia Thorpe's protest makes ... (ABC News)

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer praises King Charles III, saying he is doing a "fantastic job", after the monarch was heckled by independent senator ...

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'Embarrassing and disrespectful': Lidia Thorpe faces backlash over ... (SBS)

Senator Lidia Thorpe has explained why she was forced to heckle King Charles III during his visit amid fierce criticism over her protest.

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King Charles confronted by Indigenous Australian senator accusing ... (USA TODAY)

Senator Lidia Thorpe, who is Indigenous, confronted King Charles in Australian parliament and said the monarch "destroyed our land."

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Lidia Thorpe shrugs off Dutton's call to resign, saying she's looking ... (The Guardian)

Independent senator, who made international headlines for heckling King Charles about Indigenous injustices, says people should 'get used to truth-telling'

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Australia news LIVE: Lidia Thorpe defends protest after criticism ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Maverick Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe does not care if her stunts end her parliamentary career, declaring people must “get used to truth-telling” as she ...

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Lidia Thorpe: King-heckling row grows as violent image taken down (BBC News)

Some Indigenous leaders criticise a senator who heckled the King, as she removes a violent image posted online.

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'Not really accurate' to 'very ballsy': First Nations Australians react to ... (ABC News)

When independent senator Lidia Thorpe was escorted out of Canberra's Parliament House after confronting King Charles III, some First Nations people were ...

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Lidia Thorpe's outburst at King Charles III reflects the very complex ... (Down To Earth Magazine)

Aboriginal leader criticises Thorpe; says Australia making attempts at reconciliation between indigenous and settler populations. Lidia Thorpe's outburst at ...

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Peter Dutton says Lidia Thorpe should resign on principle after ... (ABC News)

The senator said she felt she had no other way to convey her message after not being granted an audience with the king.

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Australian senator Lidia Thorpe confronted King Charles with a ... (The Guardian)

The Gurnai Gunditjmara and Djab-Wurrung woman accused the crown of a range of crimes against Indigenous people at Parliament House.

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Who is Lidia Thorpe? Australian senator who heckled King Charles ... (Livemint)

Lidia Thorpe, an Australian Indigenous senator, made headlines across the world for her recent confrontation with heckled King Charles III in Australia.

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Lidia Thorpe: Who is the Indigenous Australian MP who accused ... (The Independent)

Ms Thorpe, an Indigenous woman from Victoria, has long advocated for a treaty between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians to recognise their autonomy and ...

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Who is Lidia Thorpe and why did the Indigenous Australian senator ... (The Economic Times)

Lidia Thorpe, an Independent Australian senator, made global headlines after a dramatic confrontation with King Charles during his visit to Australia.

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Lidia Thorpe: What to know about the outspoken Australian senator ... (Thailand Tatler)

The Independent Senator for Victoria has received widespread attention for yelling, “You are not my King” at King Charles after the monarch's speech at ...

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If Australians knew the whole truth about Indigenous history, Lidia ... (The Guardian)

Resistance to colonisation has rarely been polite. The senator asked questions Aboriginal people are still waiting – after two centuries – to get the ...

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Senator Lidia Thorpe says she pledged allegiance to the queen's ... (ABC News)

Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe has offered an extraordinary defence of whether she breached her parliamentary oath when she interrupted a royal reception, ...

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Lidia Thorpe has emboldened protests against King Charles (Spectator.co.uk)

King Charles and Queen Camilla flew to Samoa for the Commonwealth leaders' meeting early on Wednesday, after completing their visit to Australia the ...

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