All the photos of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first tour day
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in Sydney
They’ve just announced that they’re about to become parents, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were a hit with Aussie kids on the first day of their tour of Australia, New Zealand, Tonga and Fiji.
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Taronga Zoo
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were presented with their first posy of flowers by two pre-school students at Taronga Zoo on Monday. Photo: AAP
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Taronga Zoo
It was just after they opened the Taronga Institute of Science and Learning, with Meghan cutting a sash and Harry unveiling a plaque. Photo: AAP
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Taronga Zoo
Meghan was positively glowing in a $1,800 ivory dress by Australian designer Karen Gee, that was conveniently called the “Blessed Dress”. Photo: Getty
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Sydney Opera House
The royals later headed to the iconic Sydney Opera House where thousands of well-wishers gathered for their first international tour walk about. Photo: Getty
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The lines of people were at least 10-deep and everyone was super excited to see Meghan. Photo: Getty
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Harry has always been a big fan of kids and looked so ready to become a dad as he spoke to some of the littlest guests. Photo: Getty
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Sydney Opera House
Pregnant Meghan really embraced the jam-packed day. Their schedule saw them start at with a welcome from the Governor-General at Admiralty House, before opening an institute at Taronga Zoo, taking a water transfer to the Opera House to watch a performance by the Bangarra Dance Theatre, and then doing a walkabout with fans. Photo: Getty
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Sydney Opera House
They came down the Opera House steps to roaring cheers just after midday. Photo: Getty
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As part of their walkabout, the royals were handed hundreds of flowers. Photo: Getty
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The Duke and Duchess even got to spend time with 98-year-old war widow Daphne Dunne, who is arguably Australia’s biggest fan of Prince Harry. Photo: Getty
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People waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the royal couple who were very geneous with their time. Photo: Getty
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Many enthusiastic children were amongst the crowds lining the famous forshore. Photo: Getty
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Harry and Meghan arrived in the city via a water transfer after visiting the zoo. Photo: Getty
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Meghan draped a beige coat over her form-fitting dress for the second half of the day, and later swapped her heels for flats. Photo: Getty
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Meghan had a touching tribute to Princess Diana and wore a pair of butterfly earrings and matching bracelet that belonged Harry’s late mum. Photo: Getty
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They looked like an ultra glamorous pair as they stepped off the water. Photo: Getty
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Harry kept an arm aound his pregnant wife. Photo: Getty
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They battled a little wind, but nothing like the conditions they saw at Princess Eugenie’s wedding. Photo: Getty
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Taronga Zoo
While at the zoo, the Duke and Duchess got up close and personal in the koala enclosure. Photo: AAP
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They met koalas “Harry” and “Meghan” which were named in the couple’s honour on their wedding day. Photo: AAP
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While the couple were not allowed to hold the koalas, Harry did give one of them a pat. Photo: AAP
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Taronga Zoo
They got a brief tour of the zoo before heading to the institute opening. Photo: Getty
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All eyes were on the expectant mum who looked absolutely fabulous. Photo: Getty
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They left the zoo via the jetty and headed straight across the harbour to the Opera House. Photo: Getty
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Harry and Meghan were spotted at the top of the boat. Photo: Getty
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Admiralty House
Harry and Meghan started the first day of their tour at Admiralty House, the official Sydney residence of the Governor-General, with an official welcome by the man himself, Sir Peter Cosgrove. Photo: AAP
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The lawns on the property have a beautiful view of the Opera House, but all anyone wanted to see was Meghan. Photo: AAP
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Australian Olympic swimmer Ian Thorpe was also present at the welcome, alongside the Governor-General’s wife, Lady Lynne Cosgrove. Photo: Getty
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After the couple’s plane landed on Monday morning, they were driven straight to Admiralty House where they spent the night. Photo: Getty
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They announced that the Duchess of Sussex is expecting via the Kensington Palace Twitter page later that night. Photo: Getty
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Meghan is expected to be around 12 weeks pregnant and is due between March and May next year. Photo: AAP
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The parents-to-be said they “have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public.” Photo: Getty
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The news was an exciting start to their 16-day tour of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga. Photo: Getty
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Despite reportedly not having an official makeup artist on tour with her, Meghan was positively glowing. Photo: Getty
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While at Admiralty House, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were presented with a cute kangaroo toy, presumably for their baby. Photo: AAP
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Harry went straight for the baby joey in the kangaroo’s pouch! Photo: Getty
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The mum-to-be looked overjoyed at the gift, while Harry was chuffed with a tiny pair of Ugg boots. The pair were also given classic Australian akubra hats. Photo: AAP
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In the afternoon of their first day in Sydney, Meghan changed into a khaki dress by American designer Brandon Maxwell. Source: Getty
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Admiralty House
In the afternoon at Admiralty House, Harry publicly gushed about his wife’s pregnancy for the first time. A pregnant Meghan – who had changed into a khaki ensemble – beamed as she watched her husband command the room as he gave his thanks to everyone for the “incredibly warm welcome” Down Under. Source: Getty
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Admiralty House
The mum-to-be definitely had that pregnancy glow. She beamed as she watched her husband make a speech at Admiralty House. Source: Getty
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Meghan Markle greets Missy Higgins
Wearing the $2.5k frock, Meghan mingled with guests at Admiralty House. She is pictured here greeting Missy Higgins. Source: Getty
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- Meghan, Duchess of SussexAmerican actress
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They’ve just announced that they’re about to become parents, and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were a hit with Aussie kids on the first day of their tour of Australia, New Zealand, Tonga and Fiji.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were presented with their first posy of flowers by two pre-school students at Taronga Zoo on Tuesday, before they headed over to the Sydney Opera House to meet thousands of eager well-wishers.
Scroll through our gallery to see all the best photos from day one of their debut international tour.
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