A quick preview of Prince Harry and Meghan's visit to NZ.
Nearly two weeks since they touched down in Sydney and announced they were expecting their first child, Harry and Meghan have finished their royal tour of Australia and are about to fly out to New Zealand.
The royal couple arrived at Sydney Airport just before 10am (local time) after their motorcade was spotted driving through the city.
In Wellington, people are gathered outside the gates at the Air Force terminal in Wellington, hoping to catch a glimpse of the royal couple when they touch down.
People are gathering at the Air Force terminal in Wellington. Photo / NZME
They are due to arrive at 3pm on a plane carrying members of the Invictus Games.
Had the Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrived yesterday they would have stepped off the plane to pouring rain and foggy skies, but today they will be greeted with sunshine and a view of the waves rolling in along the city's coast.
There is an air of excitement among those waiting at the chain link fences around the terminal.
A police dog is being brought around the terminal to sniff through media's bags in preparation for the arrival.
More people are gathering around other sides of the terminal. Others have nabbed spots at a nearby cafe.
Some fans are showing up with stepladders - and promptly pushing to the front of the crowd to set them up in a premium viewing spot.
In Sydney, a strong wind whipped over the tarmac as Meghan and Harry said farewell to officials and the climbed the stairs holding hands.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex depart Sydney for New Zealand on board the Royal NZ Air Force plane. Photo / Getty Images
Meghan gave a slight wave as she tried to hold down her hair in the strong breeze.
Meghan wore a lengthy, burgundy Hugo Boss dress to board the New Zealand plane and showed off the same pair of suede pumps and nude saddle bag from last night's Invictus Games Closing Ceremony.
The loose-fitting Hugo Boss dress, which retails for $A450, appeared to almost completely conceal Meghan's burgeoning baby bump.
Meghan wore her staple pair of peach suede pumps from the brand Aquazzura, which retail for $A911.
The mini chain saddle bag held by Meghan was from the brand Cuyana, retailing for around $A315.
Immediately after the royal couple's final wave to their Aussie fans, the door of the NZ Air force 757 closed and after a quick taxi down the runway, the plane took off.
These Wellington teens secured their primo spot for the walkabout. Photo / NZME
It will take the Duke and Duchess around three hours to reach Wellington with the couple expected to spend much of the flight chatting to the Kiwi Invictus team, who are flying back with the royals.
The New Zealand athletes boarded the plane just after 9am while Harry and Meghan's motorcade made its way to the airport.
Erin Long, 5, Molly-Sue Kilsby, 8, Alyssa Kilsby, 5 waiting to greet the royals. Photo / NZME
Teams of police with sniffer dogs were seen carrying out security sweeps on the fringes of Sydney airport.
Upon arrival in New Zealand, the couple will receive a Ceremony of Welcome which will include a haka.
Harry and Meghan will fly out on the Royal NZ Air Force plane, seen here on the tarmac at Sydney Airport, which will also carry NZ's Invictus athletes. Photo / Candace Sutton, news.com.au
They'll then lay a wreath at Pukeahu National War Memorial before meeting meet New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.
The couple will then attend a reception hosted by the Governor General of New Zealand before celebrating the 125th anniversary of women's suffrage.
New Zealand was the first country in the world to give women the vote.
Neither the NSW Premier nor the Prime Minister will be there to farewell Harry and Meghan, but will be represented respectively by state housing minister Anthony Roberts and Federal MP Julian Leeser.
Colonel Michael Miller will say goodbye to the Duke and Duchess on behalf of the NSW governor, David Hurley.
The New Zealand Invictus team boards the plane. Photo / Candace Sutton, news.com.au
With her visibly blooming royal bump, the Duchess of Sussex has managed to keep up with most of the 60 or more engagements on a hectic visit, greeted by enthusiastic crowds from the bush to the Pacific Islands.
The royal couple will spend three full days in New Zealand.
Harry and Meghan will tread a well beaten path by royal family members, visiting Wellington, Auckland and Rotorua which is known for its thermal springs.
The Duke and Duchess will leave New Zealand on Thursday and are expected to fly home to the UK to await the birth of their baby.
The Duchess of Sussex gives an address during the closing ceremony of the Invictus Games. Photo / AP
The royal couple attended the Invictus Games closing ceremony last night where Meghan stole the show with a "very personal" speech to the 12,000-strong crowd.
The beaming Duchess Of Sussex smiled and took to the stage with an easy confidence as she addressed the crowd at Qudos Bank Arena — her only speech in Australia while on the royal tour.
"It has been such an honour being here, supporting you and supporting my husband at the Invictus Games which he started four years ago," she said to cheers.
The 37-year-old mum-to-be spoke passionately about the "camaraderie and close-knit sense of community" of the Games, before opening up to the crowd.
"On a very personal note I want to thank you all for welcoming me into the Invictus family," she said.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex greet dignitaries before departing Sydney Airport on the Royal NZ Air Force plane. Photo / Getty Images
"I'm not sure if many of you know this but a few years ago, before I met my husband, I had the incredible honour of meeting troops deployed all over the world from the UK, Afghanistan and several other countries.
"In travelling to these military bases, I was given a very special glimpse into the lives of those who serve our countries. I was able to see the unshakeable bond between servicemen and women on the ground together, but at the same time to feel the palpable longing for family and friends while deployed. Once home, the need for that anchor of support from loved ones, especially given how much it accelerates recovery and rehabilitation is immeasurable. I've been reminded of those memories here."
October 28 • Arrive • Welcome at Government House • Wreath-laying ceremony at Pukeahu • National War Memorial Park • Reception hosted by the Governor-General
October 29 • Visit Maranui Cafe at Lyall Bay • Travel to Abel Tasman National Park • Beach barbeque with school children • Return to Wellington for an encounter with young people
October 30 • Travel to Redvale on Auckland's North Shore • Join children in a gumboot throwing contest • Visit Pillars, which supports children with a parent in prison • Wander around Viaduct Harbour • Reception hosted by the Prime Minister
October 31 • Visit Te Papaiouru Marae in Rotorua • Check out Rainbow Springs • Public meet and greet Rotorua Government Gardens • Visit Redwoods Treewalk • Return to Auckland
