#OnThisDay 22 June 1911 was the coronation of King George V. From our photo collection we can see that in the Illawarra area, it was celebrated in Woonona, Bulli and Thirroul with a procession of schools and friendly societies.
Source: Westminster Abbey. George V
On 3 February 1954, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip, Duke of Edinburgh arrived at Farm Cove in Sydney to commence their Royal Tour of Australia. This gallery shows highlights from the Sydney and NSW portion of the tour - 3 to 18 February 1954 - and includes the decorations and illuminations of public buildings and parks in Sydney and the schedule of events and visits.
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