Sussexes told ‘we don’t want you here’ at airport
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are commencing a four-day trip to Australia today.
Prince Harry and Meghan visit children’s hospital in Melbourne
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have received a mixed reception following the start of their four-day trip in Australia showcasing causes they care deeply about. From veterans to children and mental health to sport, the former senior royals will visit places in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney over a jam-packed few days.
The couple were initially met by harsh comments when arriving at Melbourne airport with one traveller claiming to ‘hate’ Meghan.
Another Australian told the BBC in Sydney:”They are very much about self promotion, they’d probably be my least favourite royals, put it that way.”
The backlash comes as thousands of people are disgruntled that taxpayer cash has been spent ensuring their safety. Over 46,000 people have signed a petition demanding that no taxpayers’ money be spent on their visit.
However, despite the negative comments, the Duke and Duchess received a warm reception at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, their first stop of the tour, with patients and parents saying the visit brought ‘smiles’ to all.
The busy itinerary does not include any opportunities for Harry and Meghan to stop and greet members of the public due to “security and costs associated with keeping public order”.
Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour as full details released
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will touch down in Melbourne, Australia, today for the start of a four-day visit packed full of engagements reflecting their key interests.
Their trip will emphasise the veteran community, mental health, sport and youth empowerment, with visits planned in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra.
Harry and Meghan (Image: GETTY)
Harry and Meghan skewered by Australians on arrival: ‘I don’t think of them at all’
Harry and Meghan have touched down in Australia for a four-day tour taking in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney — but many Australians appear either unimpressed or entirely unaware they have arrived.
The couple flew in on Qantas flight QF94 from Los Angeles, landing at Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport at 6.38am on Tuesday. They were met by a private convoy and ushered out through a VIP exit.
Harry and Meghan (Image: GETTY)
Meghan Markle deploys same tactic as Princess Kate hours after Australia arrival
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were spotted speaking to children and their parents during a visit to Melbourne Children’s Hospital today.
The couple had arrived Down Under just hours before the visit, without their two children in tow.
Meghan pictured with Lily (Image: GETTY)
