Coronation Queen Elizabeth II

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On June 2 1953 celebrations were held to mark the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II . The program included a bonfire on Mt Canobolas to coincide with the lighting of bonfires throughout the Commonwealth. The Mayor, Ald John Percival Jaeger planted an English Oak in Robertson Park. During the ceremony he said:

'I have never seen a more delightful day in Orange … and I feel that all prayers have been answered when – as far as Orange is concerned – we are able to celebrate the coronation of the Queen in such brilliant sunshine, and I feel that today she will be officially starting her wonderful career under most favourable circumstances'.

Coronation Drive was named to commemorate the day.

  • Notes for a history of Orange compiled by John Miller (1995-1997). Unpublished.
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