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FOUND: New uk envoy says australian republic inevitable - What They Never Told You

Australia becoming a republic is "inevitable", new high commissioner to the UK Stephen Smith says. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Australia's new high commissioner to the UK, Stephen Smith, says becoming a republic and scrapping the monarchy is "inevitable" but Australians remain proud to have King Charles as head of state.

Mr Smith told The Times newspaper that most British people would be "indifferent" to Australia getting rid of the monarchy and it would not damage the countries' relationship.

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