Nicholls residents invited to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

“I invite people across the electorate to honour her Majesty and write a message in the condolence book set up at my office.

“It will be sent to the Governor General to be recorded in the national archives.”

On Friday, Mr Birrell signed Parliament’s condolence book and reflected on the Queen’s service to the Commonwealth.

“Many still fondly remember the Royal Tour in 1954 that included stops in Shepparton, Tatura, Echuca and Rochester, the first Australian visit by a reigning monarch,” he said.

“Queen Elizabeth was 27 years-old when school children lined the streets of our towns catch a glimpse or wave as she passed by, it is remarkable that she continued to serve dutifully for the next 68 years.”

Mr Birrell’s office at 426 Wyndham St, Shepparton will be open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday for people to record a message.