Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has expressed New Zealanders’ deep sadness at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, describing Her Majesty as a monarch with an unwavering sense of duty. “She was here to celebrate with us at events such as the 1974 Christchurch Commonwealth Games and the 1990 Auckland Commonwealth Games. Further information about mourning observances will be available on the Governor-General’s website, at www.gg.govt.nzThe new King becomes New Zealand’s new Head of State immediately on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Opposition leader Christopher Luxon: National Party mourns death of Queen Elizabeth IIOn behalf of the National Party, I express our sorrow and sadness at the news of the death in Scotland today of Queen Elizabeth II, ending a remarkable reign and a lifetime of service. Mayor Goff on the death of Queen Elizabeth II“On behalf of Auckland Council and the people of Auckland, I want to pass on to the Royal family our sympathy and sense of loss for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II,” Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said.

Source: The Times September 08, 2022 22:49 UTC