Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty The King

The Proclamation of the Accession of His Majesty The King will be held on the steps of Parliament House at 2pm on Sunday.

The public are invited and to make the event as accessible as possible all public transport will be free on Sunday.

Porch lights

South Australians are being encouraged to turn on their porch light tonight to honour Her Majesty.

State Parliament

On Tuesday, September 20, the Premier, Leader of the Opposition and other Members of Parliament will deliver messages of condolence in Parliament.

Following the messages, Parliament will adjourn and remain suspended for the 14-day observance period.

Condolence books

Condolence books are being made available for signing at Government House, Adelaide Town Hall, Playford Civic Centre in the City of Elizabeth and electorate offices across the state.

Virtual condolence messages can also be posted online, with more information here: https://www.dpc.sa.gov.au/observances

Tributes

Floral and other tributes can be left by South Australians at the statue of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the grounds of Government House.

Government House is open to the public for tributes and condolences from 7am to 9pm for 14 days, concluding Friday, September 23.

Flags and banners

Flags across the State are flying at half-mast and banners honouring Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II have been erected along King William St in the city.

An official hatchment has been erected at the front of Government House.

Lighting

The state’s landmarks will be lit in white, including Adelaide Oval, the Riverbank Footbridge, Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide Railway Station, Parliament House and Adelaide Town Hall.

An image of Her Majesty will be projected onto Government House.

State Church Service

A State Church Service will be held at St Peter’s Cathedral, the date of which will be confirmed to accommodate the State Funeral in the United Kingdom.