DEATH OF DIANA, PRINCESS OF WALES

31 August 1997

The Governor-General, the Hon. Sir William Deane, has sent a message of condolence to The Queen, following the fatal accident in which Diana, Princess of Wales, lost her life. The message reads:

On behalf of my wife and myself and all the people of Australia may I express our deep shock and profound sympathy to you and the members of your family, especially Prince William and Prince Henry.

William Deane
Governor-General of Australia