Tom Luke was part of the army units called on in 1954 to assist with Queen Elizabeth II's Bendigo visit

Chris Pedler
September 15 2022 - 4:00am
Tom Luke reflects on memories of the Queen's visit to Bendigo. Photo by Brendan McCarthy
Tom Luke reflects on memories of the Queen's visit to Bendigo. Photo by Brendan McCarthy

While thousands of people lined the streets for Queen Elizabeth II's 1954 tour of Bendigo, Tom Luke was dutifully stationed on top of Bendigo Hospital.

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Chris Pedler

Chris Pedler

Journalist and entertainment writer

Chris has been with the Bendigo Advertiser for more than 10 years. He has great passion for the performing arts and is very supportive of the Bendigo live music scene. Outside of the news world Chris plays golf and, regardless of the result, loves watching St Kilda play in the AFL. He loves community theatre and has performed on stage with the Bendigo Theatre Company and worked with Baldrick himself, Tony Robinson. Story tips: chris.pedler@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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