Relive Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle's first day in NZ as they kicked off their four day tour.
6.30pm: That concludes our day one live coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex's first day in New Zealand. Tomorrow morning they're at the Maranui Cafe in Wellington before jetting off to the Abel Tasman National Park.
The royal couple are meeting later tonight with the PM, Simon Bridges and then a reception with the Governor General Patsy Reddy. We'll bring you the latest from those events here at 1 NEWS online as they happen. For now, see you tomorrow.
6.27pm: If you're just tuning in, here's a recap of Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex's day in Wellington so far - this from the Associated Press: - The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were greeted in New Zealand with a traditional Maori welcome on Sunday afternoon on the final leg of their 16-day tour of the South Pacific.
Prince Harry and wife Meghan each performed a "hongi" with indigenous Maori elders, in which they pressed noses together to share a breath.
They were welcomed with traditional haka performances and a 21-gun salute at Government House in the capital, Wellington.
The couple are scheduled to spend four days in New Zealand, where they will meet with Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, go for a trail walk in a national park, meet young people training to be part of the film industry, and visit a hatchery for the national bird, the kiwi.
At Government House, a group of children got to meet Harry and Meghan. Asked what sports they played, the kids listed them off: cricket, rugby, hockey, netball, basketball.
Nate Kearins, a 13-year-old from Kairanga School in Palmerston North, said he asked Harry if he'd heard of Steven Adams, a New Zealand-born NBA player. He said Harry had no idea, and clearly didn't know much about basketball.
Minnie Newman, an 11-year-old from Kelburn Girl Guides, said she was impressed with Meghan.
"I love her dress and she was really pretty," Newman said.
"She seems really nice and kind and would be good for royalty."
Greta Crowe, 11, said she told the couple that the best part of being a girl guide was getting to meet them.
She said Harry responded: "What, waiting around at Government House in the cold?" and the couple both laughed.
Hundreds of people gathered outside barriers at the Pukeahu National War Memorial, hoping to catch a glimpse of the couple on their only public walkabout in the capital.
Harry and Meghan earlier arrived on the same plane as a number of competitors returning from Sydney's Invictus Games, which Harry founded in 2014.
The games give sick and injured military personnel and veterans the opportunity to compete in sports such as wheelchair basketball.
As well as Australia and New Zealand, the couple has also visited Fiji and Tonga on their tour.
6.17pm: Here's the moment the crowd worked together to get a lucky punter's baby gift Buzzy Bee to a grateful Prince Harry.
Alexandra MacKay was delighted when Meghan Markle decided to wear the brooch. (Source: Other)
5.58pm: A moment everyone was waiting for finally eventuated with the Duke given a buzzy bee toy for their impending arrival. Harry raised it above his head victoriously.
And just like that they were gone, leaving a lot of disappointed people.
The pair were supposed to wander the entirety of the barriered area but with time of the essence, the public aspect had to be cut short.
5.42pm: It's off to their next functions for Harry and Meghan. it's a frenetic pace they're keeping up, and that with Meghan in her second trimester of pregnancy. Next up, it's a return to Government House nearby to meet the prime minister and leader of the opposition before a reception held by the Governor General. More video and photos coming shortly.
5.35pm: Among the gifts received so far include multiple bags of pineapple lumps, a large dog soft toy and a handmade broach, which Meghan chose to wear.
The royal couple were greeted by thousands of cheering fans at the Pukeahu National War Memorial in Wellington. (Source: Other)
The broach designer, Alexandra MacKay, 10, from Wellington said she was in shock after meeting the Duchess and having her accept the red rose broach she made this morning with her friend Rebecca Sainsbury, 10.
5.25pm: As the royal couple return to Government House to meet with Jacinda, Simon Bridges and the Governor General Patsy Reddy, they will have fond memories of the wreath laying at Pukeahu.
The royal couple were greeted by thousands of cheering fans in Wellington. (Source: Other)
An almighty scream rang out from the large crowd as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived at their only public walkabout in Wellington.
Ahead of their public obligations, the pair laid a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior before bowing their heads for a moment of silence as The Last Post played.
The Duke was presented with the Badge in Gold, New Zealand's highest honour giving in recognition of his work with injured veterans, by RSA national president B.J. Clark, with the Duchess pinning it on her husband.
The pair smiled happily as they ascended the war memorial steps to the crowd, all armed with smartphones. While they didn’t stop on their way to the UK War Memorial, they are due to mingle with the crowd shortly.
Live stream: Duke and Duchess of Sussex lay wreath at Pukeahu National War Memorial. Watch here.
4.41: Nice scenes earlier from Government House....
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made some lucky kids' day at Government House. (Source: Other)
4.39pm: Dignitaries, including Wellington Mayor Justin Lester, are at Pukeahu National War Memorial in Wellington ahead of the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
An estimated 2000 people are gathered behind barriers, hoping to catch a glimpse of the newlyweds.
The couple will be met onsite by Rear Admiral David Ledson and other distinguished guests will be introduced to them. Their Royal Highnesses will place the wreath of fern fronds on the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior.
4.37pm: While we wait for the livestream to begin from Pukeahu, this from the crowds awaiting...
4.30pm: Okay, Prince harry and the Duchess of Sussex are moving onto the National War Memorial at Pukeahu, where they will next lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior, and then mingle with a sizeable crowd. We'll be live-streaming that for you here at 1 NEWS, and also on our Facebook page.
In the meantime, if you missed their reception at Government House, here it is.
3.58pm: The royal couple has arrived at Government House and been greeted with hongi. As well as the military gala, there was also a haka performed by students from Hato Paora College in Feilding.
The royal couple have received a warm welcome upon their arrival in New Zealand today. (Source: Other)
They have done the 21-gun salute and the prince has inspected the guard of honour, stopping to chat with a couple of soldiers. The couple are now chatting to local school kids.
3.38pm: Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex are being welcomed at Government House. Watch the live stream here.
3.27pm: This is what awaits Harry and Meghan at Government House. And a heads up, we'll be live streaming their welcome at Government House in just a few minutes.
3.20pm: They are now going through the terminal and will leave in a motorcade on their way to Government House.
3.15pm: First video of their arrival...
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was on hand to meet the royals as they stepped off the plane. (Source: Other)
3.12pm: Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is walking up to the craft with Wellington mayor Justin Lester and his wife. Meghan has her hair in a sleek bun and is wearing a calf length brown checkered coat and a simple black dress.
3.09pm: First pictures! We'll have the video for you soon here at 1 NEWS, Meghan is wearing black! We can see the bump, looking lovely. Harry is in a dapper suit. It's windy and a bit cold in Wellington, different to balmy Sydney.
Jacinda is there to meet them.
3.07pm: The NZ Invictus Games team are descending the plane, they hitched a ride back. Still waiting...
3.03pm: The drawbridge is being wheeled up to the NZDF plane that has transported them across the Tasman. About 300 people have gathered outside the airport fence to watch. Lots of discussion in the 1 NEWS newsroom about Meghan's dress. Still waiting...
2.57pm: They're in the country! Their plane has touched down, just waiting for Harry and Meghan to emerge.
2.53: And excited crowds at Wellington Airport too. We talked to some of those waiting...
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are touching down in New Zealand this afternoon. (Source: Other)
2.45pm : Plenty going on at Government House today ahead of the royal visit.
2.40pm: The crowds are building. Enthusiastic royal watchers have been gathering in Pukeahu Park since midday , ready with flags. They'll get a chance to meet and chat briefly with the royals after their wreath laying ceremony around 4.45pm.
2.30pm: Welcome to our live blog for the arrival and day one engagements in New Zealand of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Their flight left a little later from Sydney than scheduled this afternoon, and is due to touchdown at Wellington Airport soon after 3pm this afternoon.
They'll then be welcomed at Government house followed by a wreath laying at the National War Memorial at Pukeahu at around 4.45pm.
They'll then return to Government House for a series of engagements with the Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Opposition Leader Simon Bridges and the Governor General Patsy Reddy.
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