The head of state of Australia is the monarch, currently King Charles III, as established by the Australian Constitution
. However, the functions and duties of the head of state are carried out by the Governor-General, who is the King's representative in Australia
. The Governor-General is appointed by the King on the advice of the Australian Prime Minister and performs constitutional, ceremonial, and community roles on behalf of the monarch
. In summary:
- Head of State: King Charles III (the monarch of Australia)
- Representative of the Head of State in Australia: Governor-General
- Role of Governor-General: Exercises the powers of the head of state, including constitutional duties (such as commissioning the Prime Minister, dissolving Parliament), ceremonial functions, and representing Australia internationally
Thus, while the King is the formal head of state, the office that represents the head of state in Australia is the Governor-General.
