You have identified what I've been grappling with. Thank you.

Australia is a constitutional monarchy with a head of state who, for the time being, is the UK monarch.

We do not have a royal family.

We extend proper deference, courtesy and respect to the UK monarch (and spouse) when they visit.

This also extends to the heir (and spouse) as a courtesy.

That is all.

As regards the UK, I think it was Prince Philip who is often quoted advising a newcomer to the royal family. "It is not about you. It is about what you are representing."