Royal Countdown Begins as Princess Mary Is Crowned Queen of Denmark | 7 News Australia

Jan 14, 2024 | In just a few hours, the woman once known as Mary Donaldson, will become Queen of Denmark. Huge crowds are expected to gather in Copenhagen to watch the Hobart-born Crown Princess, and her Prince, take the throne. 7NEWS at 6pm. More local news: 7news.com.au/news/sydney

Australians Gather in Copenhagen to Assist Danes in Welcoming Denmark's New Monarchs

Jan 12, 2024 | Tens of thousands of people are expected to line the streets of Copenhagen to welcome Denmark’s new King and Queen as Australian-born Princess Mary will ascend to the throne alongside her husband Prince Frederik.

Amalienborg Castle, which is the royal residence, will see people from both Denmark and Australia brave the cold to catch a first glimpse of the new monarchs. The coronation party will then travel to Christiansborg Palace where they will ascend to the throne.

Australia’s Ambassador to Denmark Ms Kerin Ayyalaraju is preparing a gift for the royal couple as an acknowledgement to Princess Mary’s Tasmanian roots and is encouraging messages of support from Down Under.

The event will begin just after 11:30pm AEDT [Australian Eastern Standard Time] and 1:30pm in Copenhagen, capital city of Denmark

Hobart's Smoking Ban Begins
THE SYDNEY MORNING HERALD: A controversial ban on smoking in Hobart's outdoor malls has been well received, the city's council says.

Hobart City Council in May passed a ban on smoking at three outdoor malls in central Hobart, which took effect on Sunday.
Smoking in Hobart's alfresco dining areas will be illegal from August next year.

The ban caused controversy when first announced, with retailers expressing concern it could affect business.

But the council said at the time it was proud to have some of the nation's most stringent anti-smoking laws. >>> AAP | Monday, August 02, 2010