The Sussexes

Prince Harry paddles up the Whanganui River on a waka

On Thursday Prince Harry spent the day in Whanganui, the ancestral home of some different iwi. Prince Harry spoke in M?ori to those gathered at P?tiki Marae. Photo credit: Emily Nash @emynash His first stop was Putiki Marae with the Governor General. Fundamental to M?ori culture and community activities, Marae are dedicated buildings embodying the genealogy and stories of local iwi or people. The…
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The Sussexes

Prince Harry wraps up visit in Christchurch-heads to NZ Army base

On Wednesday, Prince Harry had one scheduled visit before he headed to Linton Military Camp near Palmerston North, a little over an hour flight for the prince. Harry met residents and staff at Odyssey House, a home to people recovering from drug and alcohol addiction. Photo courtesy of Emily Nash @emynash. His last engagement in Christchurch had Harry visit Odyssey House, which affords therapeutic…
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King Charles IIIQueen Elizabeth II

Queen and senior royals honour 70th anniversary of VE Day

On Sunday, The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall attended the National Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey marking the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe. One thousand veterans and their guests were present on Sunday for the Abbey Service. The Dean of Westminster, the Very Reverend Dr John Hall led the service that included readings by…
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King Charles IIIPrince & Princess of Wales

Prince Charles's namesake & the granddaughter he wished for: Princess Charlotte

Choosing to name the royal baby Charlotte Elizabeth Diana is quite a tribute to the Duke of Cambridge’s father, mother and grandmother. Last week during the poresentation of New Colours to the Welsh Guards at Windsor, Prince Charles stated he wished for a granddaughter. His wish came true on Saturday. Charlotte is the feminine form of Charles and William, and Catherine are likely to have had…
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