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It's time for a republic: Shorten

Bill Shorten wants an Australian republic as the nation marks 40 years since the Whitlam government dismissal and Prince Charles and Camilla visit.

Federal Leader of the Opposition Bill Shorten

Opposition Leader Bill Shorten says it's time for an Australian republic. (AAP)

Opposition Leader Bill Shorten says it's time for an Australian republic.

Wednesday marks the 40th anniversary of Gough Whitlam's dismissal which coincides with a visit to Canberra by Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall.

"Now we have a republican prime minister and a republican as leader of the opposition, I'm certainly keen and look forward with Malcolm Turnbull to provide much needed momentum," Mr Shorten told reporters.

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Published 10 November 2015 1:26pm
Updated 10 November 2015 7:48pm
Source: AAP

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