Mark McGowan has caused confusion as landmarks were illuminated in the same color to honor the Queen and to celebrate Fremantle’s advancement to the AFL finals.
The premier announced on Thursday that the city would be lighted in purple till Saturday to honor Fremantle’s match against Collingwood at the MCG on the weekend. Fremantle is the only AFL side from Western Australia competing in this year’s finals series.
Queen Elizabeth II subsequently passed away at Balmoral in Scotland, prompting Mr. McGowan to proclaim that buildings will be illuminated with the same color on Friday.
The club color of Fremantle is purple, which is also the color of monarchy.
Mark McGowan has caused confusion after landmarks were illuminated to honor the Queen in the same color as Fremantle’s AFL finals celebrations.
The premier announced on Thursday that the city would be illuminated in purple until Saturday to mark this weekend’s MCG match between Fremantle and Collingwood.
Matagarup Bridge, Joondalup Drive Bridge, Northbridge Tunnel, Optus Stadium, and RAC Arena were illuminated to honor the Queen.
Mr. McGowan posted photographs of the constructions and an homage to the Queen on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
He added, “In honor of Her Majesty the Queen, Perth landmarks were lit in regal purple.”
Some residents appear to have been perplexed by the post, as they questioned whether the buildings were illuminated to honor the Queen or to celebrate Fremantle.
One individual remarked, “4 hours ago we were informed that all significant landmarks in Perth were lit in royal purple for the queen.” However, it appears to be for the Fremantle Dockers!! ‘
Someone else wrote, “Haha, I love how we transformed this from Dockers to the Queen.” I am here for legendary McGowan.
Some residents appeared perplexed by the news, questioning whether the buildings were illuminated to honor the Queen or to celebrate Fremantle.
Mr. McGowan posted images of the buildings on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and paid tribute to the Queen.
Some speculated that the color was altered to a royal purple as a respect to the Queen.
Some speculated that the color was altered to a royal purple as a respect to the Queen.
One remarked, “This is a great gesture and a good sign for Freo supporters.”
Everyone adored the Queen. What an amazing and powerful woman. Now there is a king!!! ‘
A second individual wrote, “Well done, Mr. McGowan; the lady has earned your respect.”
Daily Mail Australia sought reaction from City of Perth and Mr. McGowan.
Some neighbors questioned whether the buildings were illuminated to honor the Queen or to celebrate Fremantle after reading the post.