The King has faced what’s being described as a "slap in the face".

0:03 Caalaroga Shark Media a low and welcome to Palace Intree game host Francis the King has faced what's being described as a slap in the face after several senior Australian politicians declined invitations to meet him in the nation's capital. Next week. The King and Queen are said to begin a nine day tour of Australia on Friday, with a schedule of events aimed at strengthening community relations and promoting their key causes, including environmental issues and support for domestic violence charities. However, not a single state premier will be present to greet the royal couple at a reception in Canberra on October twenty first, despite all being invited. The King is expected to deliver an address at the event, which will be attended by political and community leaders, as well as notable Australians recognized for their achievements in areas such as the arts, culture, sports and health. Today, Victorian Premier Jassenta Allen added her name to the list of those declining the opportunity to welcome the royals. Bev MacArthur, a spokesperson for the Royal Australian Monarchists League, criticize the move, calling it a slap in the face for the royal family.

1:16 All premiers and ministers have sworn allegiance to our Monarch, Charles the Third, and it is a monumental insult they now spit in his hand extended in friendship. She told The Herald's son. This is a historic opportunity to unite Australia, to focus on charitable work and to give back to communities. Yet how immature politicians are clearly choosing to play politics. Among the excuses sit at Queensland Premier Stephen Miles is reportedly focused on his election campaign, while a spokesman for Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook stated he had other commitments. South Australian Premier Peter Melanowskis has also declined, citing a regional cabinet meeting, though New South Wales Premier Chris Mins is expected to attend several other events with the King during the visit. An expert has claimed that King Charles may have sent a hidden message to Prince Harry and Meghan Markel, suggesting the possibility of their return to royal duties since the couple's high profile departure from the royal family in twenty twenty. Relations with the monarchy have worsened, particularly following the release of their Netflix documentary and Prince Harry's memoirle However, according to The Express, a royal confidant hinted last year that there could be a thaw in relations inspired by King Charles offering an olive branch to his brother Prince Andrew. Commentator Tom Sykes shared his thoughts on his podcast The Daily Beast, saying a family friend of the kings has said that it was clear there had been a willingness to bring Andrew in from the cold, and intriguingly hinted that it could be a template for future reconciliation with his son. The extent to which the King has publicly made it clear Andrew is still a

2:47 part of the family, he has caught some people by surprise, but ultimately he has the interests of the monarchy at heart, and that means a united family, whatever its problems. Hopefully that message is getting through to Harry and Megan. Recent reports suggest King Charles as keen on a family reconciliation. Although the King has left Prince Harry without a UK residence Harry reportedly remains interested in visiting his homeland more often. According to the Daily Record, Keith Middleton made a surprise appearance with Prince William and Southport where she switched out her iconic engagement ring for a new sapphire and diamond eternity style band. This ring, stacked with her wedding bandon another eternity ring, has been spotted on her several times recently.

3:30 The Princess Wales, who just completed chemotherapy for cancer, has chosen this new jewelry piece as part of a subtle shift in her style, possibly symbolizing a fresh start after her treatment. The change has sparked speculation among royal fans, with many suggesting it could represent the next chapter in her life. Kate is showing a different side of her royal role post chemotherapy, which one expert has dubbed her new superpower. Royal expert on Tessa Dunlop observed that this new chapter of Kate's life, informed by her own experience as with the illness, has deepened her empathy. Dunlop pointed out Kate's understated look during the visit, an ensemble reflecting the sincerity and gravity of the situation, as well as her decision to wear the Eternity band in place of her iconic engagement Ring Dunlop noted that Kate's post cancer journey has given her a new gravitas and ability to connect more profoundly with those in pain. One fire officer shared how the princess privately hugged emergency workers, offering comfort in the aftermath of a difficult summer. It was an intimate gesture that signaled her growth and willingness to support others in moments of unimaginable tragedy. Even Keith may be done with Harry. Royal author Christopher Anderson told Fox News the idea that Kate somehow still has the time and energy to continue playing peacemaker is rubbish. She did try over a period of years and finally threw up her hands in disgust. She did her bit, but it wasn't enough to build a bridge between William and Charles on the one side and Harry on the other. Royal expert Jenny Bond wonders if the stress of the year is catching up with Prince William. All the focus this year

5:01 has been on Catherine and of course on King Charles. But I think we should spare a thought for William, who has had to shoulder the burden and the emotional turmoil of both his wife and father having cancer, and he has had to be the rock for both of them and for his children. It has been an incredibly tough time for him, and the strainers sometimes shown he looks leaner and perhaps a bit older, but he is stepping out with his new beard and perhaps new confidence that the future is now looking brighter. Never underestimate the value of a royal visit. William is clearly upping his workload, but the engagements he carries out for the issues and campaigns he cares about so deeply are really the shop window for what he does behind the scenes. Every visit, for example, to see the eco tires of one of the Earth Shot finalists, is an effective way of bringing publicity and public attention to the things that are the core of his work. If William wasn't there, we would probably never have heard about these tires. You can't buy the publicity that a royal can bring, but behind closed doors, the Prince does a great deal more for these come organizations and campaigns. I'm sure he talks to his children about his work and is trying to give them the values and principles he believes in or palace intrig in just a moment. Sophie got good reviews for her debut on BBC's cbb's Bedtime Story last week, charming fans as she read specs for Rex by Yasmin Ismail in honor of World Site Day. Wearing a pink jumper, tailored trousers and her own glasses, Sophie read the story about a lion cub who struggles with wearing his new glasses, aiming

6:32 to encourage children to embrace their unique needs and celebrate the benefits of wearing glasses. Her warm and engaging reading style garnered praise from Royal fans, who described her performance as delightful and lauded her for inspiring children to accept their individuality. One viewer commented, you are an amazing woman and a great communicator. Thank you for inspiring, while others called her a wonderful lady in a valuable asset to the Royal family. Who remains to be seen if Sophie will continue to get as much press as He's been getting now that Kate is back in The Daily Mail, Ephraim Hardcastle wonders if Cabinet Secretary Simon Case could write a book about Harry and Meghan. Hardcastle explains Case was previously Prince William's Private secretary from July twenty eighteen, just after Harry wed Meghan and had a ringside seat as the Sussexes fell out of love with the family firm while bullying allegations were leveled by and against Meghan. He was entrusted with very confidential information. If he signed a non disclosure agreement, it may have applied only to working with William, giving him leeway to write about the Sussexes.

7:34 Actress Idris Elba has teamed up with the Prince's Trust to launch a new initiative, Creative Futures, aimed at helping young people in Manchester pursue careers in the creative arts. In partnership with Alba's Hope Trust, the Prince's Trust will offer free courses to youth who are not in education or employment but a keen to break into theater, performing arts or visual arts. Elber, who himself benefited from the Princes Trust during his early career, is passionate about gives back, He noted, many of us working in the arts today, myself included, only made it because of programs like this when we were young. Today's youth deserves at least the same chance and more creative futures exists to give the same hope, support and success I've found to the next generation.

8:17 The Princess Trust, originally founded by King Charles the Third in nineteen seventy six when he was the Prince of Wales, supports around sixty thousand young people annually. Soon it will be renamed the King's Trust, continuing its legacy of empowering vulnerable youth with the confidence and training to succeed. And there you have it. If you like to email us, who addresses the Palace Intrigue at gmail dot com. Please follow us on Spotify, Apple, on the app of your choice and leave us a review or some stars. If you're enjoying the show, don't forget. You can get this show, along with hundreds of others from Callaoga Shark Media, commercial free, including our series Ghost, which is a big hit for October. There's hundreds of episodes there and you can get those commercial free too. You can find Ghost Steering stories wherever you catch you with podcasts and Mark Francis My thanks to John McDermott. This is Palace Indrigan, good names,