Down here in the colonies we can respect what she's accomplished and the length of time she's held the throne, but we're not too big on kings, queens, and so-called aristocrats. So while I think she's a fine lady she's far too old-school stuffy for my taste. I wouldn't be inviting her home for supper any time soon.
But her grand-kids are a different kettle of fish. They've inherited their mothers charm and her love of life and probably represent a new direction for the monarchy.
Next time the vote for an Australian republic is mooted -- and there's a good chance that will happen in the next five years -- I'll be voting to break away.