Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who became the Duke and Duchess of Sussex when they married in May, are expected to arrive in Melbourne tomorrow, and we can hardly contain our excitement.
And we’ve got the low-down on everything you need to know during their whirlwind one-day tour of Melbourne. YAASSS!
Royal newlyweds the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to touch down in Australia tomorrow as part of their first major overseas tour. #9News https://t.co/tZkMPFIWH3
— Nine News Melbourne (@9NewsMelb) October 14, 2018
In a statement, Kensington Palace said Their Royal Highnesses 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 at Government House.
Not long to go until the start of #RoyalVisitAustralia! 🇦🇺
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are looking forward to meeting as many Australians as possible, and building an enduring relationship with the people of the country: https://t.co/p7h0Dc4sWv pic.twitter.com/EraDR8osBr
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) October 14, 2018
A diverse group of young Victorian leaders and community members will attend the Reception, including Queen’s Young Leader Hunter Johnson from The Man Cave.
A demonstration of various sporting activities will take place in the grounds, with ambassadors from the This Girl Can campaign.
Following the Reception at Government House, The Duke and Duchess will visit a social enterprise café which offers leadership, mentoring and training programmes for young Aboriginal people.
In the afternoon, Their Royal Highnesses 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, where they will meet volunteers from a local beach patrol programme.
Here Their Royal Highnesses will learn about efforts to keep Port Phillip Bay beaches and foreshores clear of litter to reduce the negative impact on the marine environment.
No doubt royal watchers will line the streets of Melbourne, so make sure you arrive early!