Australia's corgi connection with the Queen

A 1972 picture of Queen Elizabeth II sitting with her corgis

A 1972 picture of Queen Elizabeth II sitting with her corgis Source: AAP / PA/PA

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The Australian corgi community has paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth, who was known for her love of the breed. The 96-year-old spent decades breeding a royal line of corgis and made a special connection with one Australian family along the way.

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