Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Australia tour: where to see them Prince Harry & Meghan Markle Australia tour: where to see them... PRINCE Harry and Meghan Markle have been spotted strolling through the grounds of Admiralty House on their first day in Australia before the royal couple’s highly anticipated tour officially kicks off. A long-lensed camera captured the Duke and Duchess of Sussex walking hand-in-hand along the grass at the Governor-General’s sprawling harbourside mansion. #BREAKING: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been spotted at Admiralty House. #9News pic.twitter.com/kN7xhnaa8i — Nine News Sydney (@9NewsSyd) October 15, 2018 The couple will reportedly consider the residence in Sydney’s Kirribilli their home base throughout their Australian tour. The royals, and their entourage — flew into Sydney Airport early this morning and were escorted by an impressive security contingent across the city to Admiralty House. It had previously been speculated that the royals would be staying in a multimillion-dollar eight-bedroom mansion in Sydney’s Point Piper, but it’s since been reported they’ll instead base themselves at Admiralty House. The Governor-General’s estate, built in 1842, has hosted plenty of VIP guests of the Government — including the Queen — and will no doubt deliver a luxurious stay for Prince Harry and Meghan. Outside, the property includes a gatehouse, stunning gardens and lawns, a private wharf, and a swimming pool. Prince Harry and Meghan’s first official royal tour will include time in Sydney, Melbourne, Dubbo and Fraser Island, as well as other Commonwealth countries, including Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand. The couple has a stacked itinerary which includes public picnics, farm visits and a “Fluoro Friday” for mental health, but are predominantly here for the Invictus Games. Their arrival today has been fairly low-key (as much as possible) as their official duties won’t kick off until tomorrow.<doc-sep>Tuesday, October 16: Sydney, Australia - The first day of the tour will begin at Admiralty House, where Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove will welcome the couple alongside representatives from each of the 18 countries participating in the Invictus Games. The Duke and Duchess will then travel to Taronga Zoo to officially open the new Taronga Institute of Science and Learning. They will later visit the Sydney Opera House, where they will have an opportunity to meet members of the public as they walk along the forecourt. The day concludes with a reception at Admiralty House Wednesday, October 17: Dubbo, Australia - The couple will fly to Dubbo, in the New South Wales central west. On arrival, the Duke and Duchess will visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service. They will also will see first-hand the hardships local drought affected farmers are facing by visiting a local property. The Duke and Duchess will then travel to Victoria Park to join people from Dubbo and surrounding areas at a picnic, followed by a visit to a local school Thursday, October 18: Melbourne, Australia - Harry and Meghan will fly to Melbourne where the day will begin with a short walk to Government House, meeting members of the public along the way, before attending an official reception. The royal couple will later visit a social enterprise café. In the afternoon, the Duke and Duchess will visit a primary school to meet students who are involved in sustainability programmes. Upon departure from the school, The Duke and Duchess will travel on an iconic Melbourne tram to South Melbourne beach Friday, October 19: Sydney, Australia - In the morning, Harry and Meghan will visit Bondi Beach. Before departing, the Duke and Duchess will have an opportunity to meet members of the public. Later that morning, the couple will take part in a youth advocate programme. Following this event, the Duke will climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge to officially raise the Invictus Flag, marking the arrival of the Invictus Games to Sydney. Their Royal Highnesses will conclude the day with calls on the Leader of the Opposition at Admiralty House, and the Prime Minister at Kirribilli House Saturday, October 20: Sydney, Australia - The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will travel by boat to attend the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge on Cockatoo Island. In the evening, Harry and Meghan will attend a reception at the Opera House, prior to attending the Invictus Games Sydney 2018 Opening Ceremony. Prince Harry will give a speech at this event Sunday, October 21: Sydney, Australia - Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex will watch some Invictus Games events, including cycling and sailing. They will attend a lunchtime reception hosted by the Prime Minister with Invictus Games competitors Monday October 22: Fraser Island, Australia - Their Royal Highnesses will travel to Queensland's Fraser Island or K'gari as it is known by the Traditional Owners the Butchulla people, as part of the dedication of the site to the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy (QCC). The couple will then meet with local elders and national park rangers to learn about the Island. From here, Their Royal Highnesses will travel to the beach to learn about the history in the Island's logging trade, as well as its use as a training base for the Australian Z Special Unit during the Second World War. Their Royal Highnesses will then travel to Kingfisher Bay by boat Tuesday, October 23: Suva, Fiji - Their Royal Highnesses will be greeted by a Guard of Honour at Suva airport, before calling on His Excellency The President of Fiji at Borron House. The Duke and Duchess will then attend an official welcome ceremony in the city centre's Albert Park. From there, The Duke and Duchess will leave Albert Park for the Grand Pacific Hotel to attend a Reception and a State Dinner hosted by The President of Fiji, at which The Duke will speak Wednesday, October 24: Suva, Fiji - His Royal Highness will lay a wreath at the Fiji War Memorial, and meet a number of Fijian war veterans, some of whom served with the British Armed Forces. Their Royal Highnesses will then visit the University of the South Pacific campus in Suva. From here, Their Royal Highnesses' programme will split. The Duke will travel to Colo-i-Suva Forest Park, and The Duchess to the British High Commissioner's Residence. The Duchess will then travel to Suva Market Thursday, October 25: Nadi, Fiji and Nuku'alofa, Tonga - The Duke and Duchess will travel to the city of Nadi in Western Fiji, where they will attend a special event at Nadi Airport. After an official welcome ceremony, The Duke and Duchess will unveil a new statue commemorating Sergeant Talaiasi Labalaba. From Nadi Airport, Their Royal Highnesses will take a chartered flight to Tonga Friday, October 26: Nuku'alofa, Tonga and Sydney, Australia - The Duke and Duchess will visit the St George Building for a call on the Prime Minister S Akilisi Pohiva and members of the cabinet. From there, Their Royal Highnesses will attend an exhibition with The Princess Angelika at the Faonelua Centre. The Duke and Duchess will then travel to Tupou College. The Duke and Duchess will travel to The Royal Palace for an official farewell with The King before departing for Sydney, where they will attend the the Australian Geographic Society Awards Saturday, October 27: Sydney, Australia - Their Royal Highnesses will spend the afternoon at the wheelchair basketball finals of the Invictus Games at the Quay Centre, before attending the Closing Ceremony that evening at Qudos Bank Arena Sunday, October 28: Wellington, New Zealand - The pair will attend the traditional welcome ceremony on the lawns of Government House. Their Royal Highnesses will be invited to hongi with the Governor-General's Kuia and Kaumātua (Māori elders), before the pōwhiri, which includes a haka performed by members of the New Zealand Defence Force. Their Royal Highnesses will then travel to the Pukeahu National War Memorial Park. That evening, the Duke and Duchess will receive official calls from the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition at Government House Monday, October 29: Wellington and Abel Tasman, New Zealand - The Duke and Duchess will meet young people from a number of mental health projects operating in New Zealand. From Wellington, The Duke and Duchess will travel to Abel Tasman National Park. That evening back in Wellington, Their Royal Highnesses will visit Courtenay Creative for an event celebrating the city's thriving creative arts scene Tuesday, October 30: Auckland, New Zealand - Their Royal Highnesses will travel to Auckland, where they will firstly visit the North Shore to dedicate a 20 hectare area of native bush to The Queen's Commonwealth Canopy. They will then join the Prime Minister to visit Pillars, a charity operating across New Zealand. Later that afternoon, The Duke and Duchess will have the opportunity to meet the people of Auckland on the Viaduct Harbour, before attending a Reception hosted by the Prime Minister at the Auckland War Memorial Museum Wednesday, October 31: Rotorua, New Zealand - The final day of their Royal Highnesses' tour will take place in Rotorua. Next, The Duke and Duchess will head to Rainbow Springs to learn more about the centre’s kiwi breeding programme. Later that afternoon, the Duke and Duchess will head into the city for the chance to meet members of the public gathered there Thursday, November 1: Their Royal Highnesses will return to Auckland that evening, before departing for London the following day<doc-sep>
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived at Admiralty House in Sydney, the regal residence they will call home as they begin their 16-day Australian tour. Admiralty House in Kirribilli was built in 1842 and often plays hosts to guests of the government, including The Queen and other heads of state. With a historic waterside location opposite the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Admiralty House is a heritage-listed building having once been the official residence for royal naval commanders. Admiralty House in Kirribilli was built in 1842 and often plays hosts to guests of the government, including Her Majesty the Queen and other Heads of State It is a heritage-listed building having once been the Official Residence for Royal Naval Commanders Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived at Admiralty House in Sydney, the regal residence they will call home as they begin their 16-day Australian tour Made of Sandstone and set over two floors, the building has maintained its impressive Georgian style despite a number of modernisations. The ground floor boasts a veranda of semi-circular stone arches leading out to the sweeping lawn, while a balcony spans the upper floor, complete with cast iron detailing. Resident bedrooms are on this upper floor and an elaborate central staircase with a stained glass landing area leads to the ground floor. The building has an enviable waterside location opposite the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge Made of Sandstone and set over two floors, the building has maintained its impressive Georgian style despite a number of modernisations Resident bedrooms are on the upper floor and an elaborate central staircase with a stained glass landing area leads to the ground floor The ground floor contains a hallway, two reception rooms, a dining room and a study, while the kitchen and other service areas are found in a wing added to the original structure. The house is furnished extensively with colonial furniture, and artwork on the walls include portraits of Captain James Cook and former governors Hallam Tennyson and 2nd Baron Tennyson. The majority of furniture and artwork throughout the house are on loan from organisations including the Australiana Fund, the National Gallery of Australia and the Parliament of Australia. The house is furnished extensively with colonial furniture, and artwork on the walls include portraits of Captain James Cook and a number of former governors The ground floor contains a hallway, two reception rooms, a dining room and a study, while the kitchen and other service areas are found in a wing added to the original structure The ground floor boasts a veranda of semi-circular stone arches leading out to the sweeping lawn, while a balcony spans the upper floor, complete with cast iron detailing Further features of the property – set on a hectare of land – include a gatehouse, beautiful gardens, a boat landing port and a swimming pool. The building was completed in stages based on designs by architects James Barnet and Walter Liberty Vernon. Admiralty House and its grounds are usually open to the public once a year in springtime. The building was completed in stages based on designs by architects James Barnet and Walter Liberty Vernon