Bob Katter, the long-serving MP for the northern Queensland seat of Kennedy, has refused to swear allegiance to King Charles, his heirs and successors during the opening of parliament.
When asked if he would swear allegiance, Katter responded: “No, I swear allegiance to the Australian people.”
The small protest did not disrupt proceedings, as it did when Victorian senator Lidia Thorpe gave the oath in 2022.
Members are asked to swear faith and allegiance to King Charles III. They are expected to respond “I do”.
I'd hate to do it. However, the king is the legal head of state. Still.
Edit. Love being downvoted for basic facts. Did I just step back in time, into reddit?
It's weird because what you stated is like what 99% of people would do if they got elected. Even though I disagree with you it's just an odd thing to downvote someone over.