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Vale: Rolling coverage of death of Queen Elizabeth II

Updated: Networks are suspending normal programming following the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96.

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Queen Elizabeth II has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace has announced.

Her eldest son, Charles, is now King.

Buckingham Palace released a statement just after 6:30pm, local time, on Thursday, confirming her death.

“The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon,” it read.

“The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”

Charles, who will be known as King Charles III, issued a statement saying the death of his “beloved mother” was a “moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family”.

“We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother,” he said.

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  3. The extended coverage is due to the 12 days of protocols….the King’s accession …his first speech…the Queen lying instate and her funeral…..This is a rare event…that is what the ABC and TV is here for….not just for your entertainment….but to inform.

      1. Just reading The Guardian, seems the BBC and other channels are having the same issues ..damned if they do, damned if they don’t….only Ch.4 is offering alternative viewings.

    1. This isn’t a new criticism. People expressed that after the Princess Diana tragedy about the rolling coverage too back then. I think both points are valid. The respect, dignity, gravitas and need for news, but also note that scheduled programming on many channels has been adjusted, which can be a nuisance. The rolling coverage can become repetitive at times. I think it’s a good idea to keep the rolling coverage diverse, broad and interesting instead of repeating the same news reels, interviews and commentary.

      What’s a good compromise if unhappy with the rolling coverage? It’s a good time to check out some other programming that would’ve otherwise gone overlooked.

  6. A profoundly sad day for many Australians and the people of the Commonwealth that sadly not everyone understands. Rolling coverage and then some is more then appropriate for the loss of someone who devoted a life to service.
    Pretty shocked at some of the comments.

  7. The Death of the Queen has been rolling since 4am on ABC, it’s been going on repeat all day…and I’m sick of it !!!
    Seven originally programmed the AFL Semi Final Live…But the Death of the Queen is on All of Seven’s Channels.
    9HD are showing Live NRL Finals…But Seven are showing Repeats…Not happy Seven!!!…Worst Television Channel Ever.
    All Sevenseem to do is Show repeats on Everything !
    Angry viewer !!!!

      3. This is a TV commentary and you are saying “Go for a walk/go to the gym”. Not the best comment – the repetitive coverage is insulting to her life.
        Back to normal programming thanks

  8. Rolling coverage is definitely an overreaction! She was just the Queen, what about rolling coverage for when Olivia Newton-John died? Archie Roach, Josephine Tewson, Ray Liotta, Bert Newton, Desmond Tutu, or anyone else who has died? Annoying that so much regular programming is interrupted due to someone dying, which happens to all of us.

  10. As massive a news item as this is, i do think ‘rolling coverage’ of these sort of events does get too much. I’m sure there are many people who do not want to watch hours upon hours of coverage. However the people will choose, and it will be interesting to see the ratings for it. I certainly do not think things like scheduled sporting match broadcasts should be shifted around though.

  11. I’m a bit confused, can someone explain how Tracey Vo, Leila McKinnon, Angela Bishop and Carrie Bickmore all happen to be in London reporting on this? Their arrivals could absolutely not be possible, even if they had left the second the palace made the initial announcement. What are we not being told here?

  12. The Queens death is an end of a truly historical era not just for Britain but also for Europe and the Commonwealth as well. The British Monarchy has links with European Royalty that has lasted centuries and now that the Queen has passed it remains to be seen if King Charles III will reign with the same public fondness and admiration that was enjoyed by Queen Elizabeth II, a truly great Monarch in every sense of the word.

  13. I knew this day would be very sad when it came. This has thrown a lot of scheduling into disarray. If it gets repetitive with the life stories as amazing and inspiring as they are, then the multichannels and subscription channels are possible options for something different.

    Many countries have royals but Queen Elizabeth seemed to cross cultures and find universal admiration for the most part. Queen Maxima is possibly the next most loved monarch after Queen Elizabeth and hope to see more stories and occasions with Queen Maxima in the media now Queen Elizabeth has passed. The UK isn’t the only country with royalty and it’s always a good source for news and media stories for journalists.

  15. I’m truly gutted, I thought she would live till over 100 just like her Mum. I really never believed this day would come. She was the most admired woman, mother and woman of the people. Now she is finally with her dashing prince. She is a lady who will never be forgotten and the history she created cannot be matched. RIP you have earned respect and love that is immeasurable for all the years of dedication and service. The world will never be the same without you. A forever treasure.

  16. Does anyone know if 7(afl finals) and 9(nrl finals) will shift the games starting tonight to the 7mate and 9gem channel respectively, due to the queen passing?

        1. My condolences go out to the Queen’s family and Royals. Thanks David for providing information. I hope rage will still be on this weekend in some form as music makes me really happy and don’t use YouTube.

      3. Nope. Sandra Sully presented a Breaking News bulletin around 4am.

        Sarah Harris presented the morning news.

        Sandra presented the 5pm bulletin. She choked up at the end. Sarah said at the end of last nights bulletin she’d be back to night, but with such a massive news day, 10 obviously wanted their top newsreader at the desk.

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