Lidia Thorpe

King Charles Image Removed Amid Lidia Thorpe Heckling Controversy

Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe, an Aboriginal woman, sparked widespread debate after her public protest during a royal event in Canberra. Shouting "You are not my king" and "This is not your land," Thorpe was swiftly removed from the event, where King Charles and Queen Camilla were being formally welcomed. The...

Who Are Aboriginal Australians And Why Are They Still Fighting For Their Recognition?

Senator Lidia Thorpe protested against Britain's colonization of Australia, which resulted in the massacre of Indigenous populations between 1788 and 1930. Today, Indigenous Australians still face racism and systemic discrimination. Thorpe’s demand for a treaty aligns with a wider movement advocating for Australia to break ties with the UK and...

Who Is Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe Who Heckled King Charles And What Was She Protesting About?

On Monday, October 21, King Charles arrived at the Australian Parliament to deliver a speech, where he met with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and other national leaders. However, the British monarch was confronted by Australian Senator Lidia Thorpe, who shouted, "You are not my King, you are not sovereign... you...

King Charles Confronted by Indigenous Senator Lidia Thorpe in Australia

During King Charles’ recent visit to Australia, tensions flared as Senator Lidia Thorpe publicly confronted the monarch and his representation of colonial power. Her passionate remarks reflected deep-seated frustrations regarding Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and the need for a treaty. A Direct Confrontation As security personnel escorted Thorpe away from the...