Message from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in relation bushfires

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has sent the following message to the people of Australia.

I have been deeply saddened to hear of the continued bushfires and their devastating impact across many parts of Australia

My thanks go out to the emergency services, and those who put their own lives in danger to help communities in need.

Prince Phillip and I send our thoughts and prayers to all Australians at this difficult time.

Elizabeth R