A trip to Australia always runs the risk of protests, and royal security staff and local police would have factored that in.
Republican demonstrations were deemed a higher risk than those from Indigenous communities.
But, so far, republican campaigners have been low key.
Removing the monarchy and introducing an Australian head of state bubbles under the surface here, but is not a live political debate in a country more concerned with the cost of living crisis.
Over decades, the King was able to watch his mother handle tricky issues here during her 70 year reign.
Queen Elizabeth II met many Indigenous leaders and she was characteristically careful with her words.
In 2000, she become a little more outspoken around the issue of reconciliation.
“I know that the fairness and decency for which this country is rightly renowned will mean that continued efforts are made to ensure that prosperity touches all Australians”, she said.
But Australia’s colonial past is difficult territory for the royal family.
They recognise and acknowledge the difficulties. They pledge to support reconciliation. They understand the pain of past injustices.
For now, what they do not do is apologise or discuss their role in those injustices.
What is clear is the King’s interest in the Indigenous traditions and outlook.
