The Queen has sent her sympathies to the NSW communities devastated by bushfires in the past few days.
The personal message, sent through the state’s governor Marie Bashir, also praised the “tireless” efforts of those who are fighting the fires.
“I would like to convey my heartfelt sympathies to all those who have been affected by the devastating bushfires across New South Wales,” the Queen said.
“My thoughts are with the many people who have lost their homes or livelihoods in the fires and I have the greatest admiration for the firefighters, volunteers and emergency services officers who are working tirelessly to control the situation.”
The Queen has been receiving daily briefings on the NSW bushfires, which have destroyed more than 200 homes.
Her son Prince Charles is also receiving frequent updates. He visited Australia earlier this year and has always had a close affinity with the country.
Hundreds of firefighters continue to battle blazes across the state today and appear to be having some success, with “aggressive backburning” achieving some “positive results”.
Tomorrow remains a flash point for much of the lower mountains, with hotter and windier weather expected to put homes in Faulconbridge, Springwood, Winmalee, Sun Valley, Valley Heights, Warrimoo and Mount Riverview in danger.
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