Australia renames an island after Queen Elizabeth II to celebrate Platinum Day

This man-made island, formerly known as Aspen Island, was given by the United Kingdom in 1957. Speaking at the ceremony to announce the island’s name change, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized: “Let’s cherish this moment. this engraving. Please keep it in mind. Because this is an important milestone that may never be repeated for any period of time in our lives.”

Queen Elizabeth II attends an event outside Buckingham Palace in London on October 7, 2021. Photo: Reuters.

On the evening of June 2, the Queen of England opened the light of the beacon, celebrating the Platinum anniversary from Windsor Castle, starting the lighting of thousands of beacons in the UK and many countries in the Commonwealth. The Queen is also the head of more than 10 countries in the bloc including Australia.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese posted a photo of the beacon lighting ceremony in Australia with the caption on Facebook: “This week marks the Queen’s Platinum Day. During her 70-year reign, the Queen has always been a pillar of calm and strength. Tonight, along with 53 other nations of the commonwealth, we light our beacons to thank Her Majesty and send our warmest congratulations.”