Prince William: Visit to New Zealand and Australia - January 17-21, 2010


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Prince William is set to visit Sydney and Melbourne in January 2010, as was announced by Prime Minister Kevin Rudd earlier today.

From the article linked below:
"Prince William is visiting Australia after travelling to New Zealand to officially open the new Supreme Court in Wellington. The visit originated from a request to the Government of Australia by Prince William to visit the country so as to begin to get to know Australia and its people."
Prince William wants to 'begin to get to know Australia' | The Australian

WA Today states that William will arrive in Australia on January 19th, and will spend three days in Melbourne and Sydney.
Prince William to come to Australia - but not Perth
 
That's less than three months away then! Opening a Supreme Court is a high-profile job. I'm sure that William will be equal to the task.:flowers:
 
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I bet he'll be welcomed by roaring female fans! I'm sure he'll do fantastic!
 
Oh yes I think the same. I'm looking forward to his visit to Sydney for sure.
I also think he'll do fantastic, unless the jet-lag & time difference hits him. 11 hours difference is not easy to adjust to that fast and he's only here for three days
 
PRINCE William will visit Victoria's bushfire-devastated areas when he visits Australia in January.
The three-day trip (January 19-21) is an addition to his plans to travel to New Zealand for the opening of the new Supreme Court in Wellington.

Prince William to visit fire regions

Prince William is to go on his first official overseas tour on behalf of the Queen. Buckingham Palace announced yesterday that the 27-year-old Prince, the second in line to the throne, is to travel to New Zealand in January to open the country’s new Supreme Court

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article6900454.ece

Plans for Prince William to represent the Queen on an official trip to New Zealand next year mark an important step for the prince. He will follow his formal duties on the visit in January with an unofficial trip to Australia

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8338846.stm
 
Palace staff play down politics as prince gets set to jet Down Under

Royal officials have insisted that Prince William's first official overseas tour, to New Zealand next month, is not an attempt to head off growing republican feeling there.

Facebook to follow Prince William in NZ

Royal watchers will be able to follow Prince William's visit to New Zealand on Facebook and Bebo.

Sky News: Prince William heading to Australia

Prince William's visit to NSW next month will be an opportunity to showcase the state in foreign media, Premier Kristina Keneally says.

Prince William to give Australia Day address at Government House in Melbourne


PRINCE William will give an Australia Day address at Government House in Melbourne during his trip to Australia next month.

He will also visit the bushfire devastated regions during his trip during which he hopes to become better acquainted with the country and people he last visited as a baby.
 
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Sky News: Prince William happy to serve Australia

Prince William is expected to highlight his willingness to serve Australia and New Zealand if they want him to during speeches in both countries next week.

Daily Star: Simply The Best 7 Days A Week :: News :: Prince William facing Maori Bushtucker Trial

PRINCE William is facing a gruesome Bushtucker Trial that could leave him howling: “One’s a royal – get one out of here.”

William is to be guest of honour at a traditional Maori barbie – or “hangi” – later this month, where the food is cooked in a hole in the ground.
 
I think this visit has been "hyped" up to be some massive change in Williams career, all the Shadow King articles mention this trip and honestly I don't think thats what William or the palace wanted for this trip.
He will be met by a lot of female fans and some hardcore royalists, but I suppose like the Canada trip it will spark referendum talk. :)
 
William is to be guest of honour at a traditional Maori barbie – or “hangi” – later this month, where the food is cooked in a hole in the ground.

I think you can also expect to see a haka and a powhiri performed for him as a part of his welcome. Pretty standard these days, but still an honor.

Check out the Maori Dictionary to understand any terms you may see or hear in the press.
 
The New South Wales Government says it is hoping Prince William's visit to Sydney next week will provide valuable publicity in the lucrative UK tourism market. The Prince will attend a barbecue for young people hosted by Kristina Keneally and visit Australian troops during his informal two day visit to the city next week.

Prince's visit could bring tourism boost - Yahoo!7 News



Prince William is about to embark on his first official visit to New Zealand (his visit as a baby, where he is famous for chasing a Buzzy Bee, doesn't count!) and there is much to be squeezed into the couple of days.
Prince William arrives on Sunday and is straight into the action with a visit to Eden Park to take in the Rugby World Cup redevelopments.

Prince William about to embark on first official visit to NZ | NATIONAL News
 
Government House ready for Prince William

Government House is hoping to give Prince William a relaxing first night in the country.

His Royal Highness touches down in Auckland on Sunday.

Government House ready for Prince William's visit | NATIONAL News

Salmon, beef on the menu for Prince William in Australia

PRINCE William will sit down to a lunch fit for a king when he arrives at Admiralty House next week.

Salmon, beef on the menu for Prince William in Australia | Herald Sun
 
Sounds like a great menu!
 
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It is a great for Prince William's career training to undertake a solo overseas engagement.
 
Aborigines to ask Prince William for slain warrior's head

Australian Aborigines said Friday they will ask Britain's Prince William for help in finding and returning the head of an indigenous warrior when he visits Sydney next week.

Glocks, tasers to protect Prince William on Australia visit

Prince William will be protected by a low-key but heavily-armed security detail during his three-day Australian tour next week.

Why we find this prince so charming

There will be much excitement when Prince William arrives in Australia next Tuesday for a whirlwind three-day visit. And it won't be confined to monarchists.
 
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What is itinerary of the visit of Prince William in New Zealand and Australia?
 
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Prince William has visited NZ (as was mentioned above) as an infant and also unofficially - he was here during the Lions Tour around the time of the London bombing.

The visit is starting to generate some attention in the press now, especially with the postponment of Hillary Clintons visit...

Prince William set to feast on Kiwi classics in NZ visit | NATIONAL News
Talks about food/catering, and William's request for salmon

The Queen to keep watch on her grandson's visit to NZ | NATIONAL News

Will Prince William revive our fervor for the royals? | NATIONAL News
Discusses how interested people are in the monarchy now (also mentions kate Middleton and Princess Diana, and his role in the airforce)

Government House ready for Prince William's visit | NATIONAL News
Says that the official reason for his visit is to open the Supreme court, but that there will be many engagements and maybe some sailing too


I heard on the news last night that there will not only be the hangi, but also a bbq hosted by PM John Key


http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/busy-nz-schedule-prince-william-3329288
mentions the hangi, bbq (but does not mention the PM), sailing, court, and also the rugby world cup and a visit to the childrens hospital



And a much longer article, from the NZ Herald. this one is writter in a slightly different vein
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10620462&pnum=0
 
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Thx to everyone for all the wonderful links and keeping us updated. I'm so excited about this visit! I can't wait!
 
Britain's Prince William waves to supporters onboard America's Cup
yacht "NZL41" on the Waitemata Harbour while in New Zealand for
a 3-day visit, in Auckland January 17, 2010.


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William also visited the Eden Park Stadium and played rugby:


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And here are two more pics from his arrival at the airport:


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Are there any web site is carried out minute by minute relationship with Prince William visits New Zealand?
 
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Wonderful pictures of William arriving. This visit should be a good one. :flowers:
 
I read only 12 people turned up to welcome him and some reporter had to make signs for them to hold, that can't be right can it? :flowers:
 
Thank you everyone for the great photos, information and a lovely video of Prince William's interview!:previous:
 
Prince William's official January 2010 trip to New Zealand-itinerary


Sunday, 17 January: Auckland, New Zealand
  • Arrival on private flight around noon. The welcoming committee includes Governor-General, Sir Anand Satyanand, and New Zealand's Prime Minister, John Key.
  • Tour of construction site for Eden Park, a signature rugby stadium to be opened in 2011 and which will serve as the heart of the 2011 Rugby World Cup. Meeting with members of All Blacks team. Watching rugby players.
  • Boarding of New Zealand yacht at Auckland harbor. New Zealand won the 1999-2000 series America's Cup, and this was a trial boat for that event. The Prince will sail out into the harbor as part of or guest to the crew.
  • Hangi (feast with food cooked in traditional Maori fashion, using hot stones in the ground). This event will be at the Governor-General’s Residence, Government House, in Auckland. The Prince will meet several young New Zealanders.
Monday, 18 January: Wellington, New Zealand's capital
  • Visit to the National War Memorial to lay a wreath for fallen members of the New Zealand Armed Services, inspection of 100-strong Guard of Honour and 21-gun salute fired by the New Zealand Army
  • Traditional Maori welcome (hongi, or pressing of noses) at new Supreme Court building. Tour of building, address in the new court room, and unveiling of commemorative plaque. Possible meeting with public outside. Here, he acts as representative of Queen Elizabeth.
  • Private lunch with judges and members of the government.
  • Visit to wildlife sanctuary. Meeting with a kiwi and with members of the local Maori iwi (clan, or tribe).
  • Barbeque hosted by Mr. Key, the New Zealand Prime Minister. Meeting with more young New Zealanders and friends/acquaintances from his previous visit to New Zealand in 2005.
Tuesday, 19 January: Wellington, New Zealand
  • Visit to children's wards at Wellington Children's Hospital. Unveiling of commemorative plaque.
  • Leave-taking of Governor-General and Prime Minister at Wellington Airport, followed by Royal New Zealand Air Force flight to Australia.
 
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