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His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales hosted a Garden Party to celebrate the work of his Charities and Military Associations at Buckingham Palace.

Today The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration was held at Buckingham Palace.

The event celebrated the achievements of His Royal Highness' Patronages, Military affiliations, the charities HRH supports & others involved in public service. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/9FjjTQsr9A

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

In The Prince's 70th year, HRH and The Duchess of Cornwall were joined by 6,500 people from 386 of HRH's patronages, as well as people representing all 18 of HRH's military affiliations. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/EUvEQoIR86

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

His Royal Highness, accompanied by The Duchess of Cornwall, met 386 of his Patronages and 20 of his Military Associations.

The Prince of Wales met Harry, Trafford Volunteer Cadet @TraffordVPC, who volunteered during the Manchester Arena attack a year ago today. pic.twitter.com/2Sc4HVQ8O2

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

To help with the celebration, 100 Cadets from @YouthareUnited were on hand to assist in the garden and guests listened to musical entertainment form the Band of the Welsh Guards and Borough Welsh Choir – amongst others. pic.twitter.com/I40BRkiXSA

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

The Duchess speaks to guests at today’s celebration in the garden.

All of the 18 of The Prince of Wales’ military affiliations were represented here today. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/t5TZyLlfA1

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Today’s Garden Party celebrated the work of The Prince’s Charities, including the @PrincesTrust.

Since its foundation by HRH in 1976, the Trust has supported over 826,000 young people. #PrinceAndPatron pic.twitter.com/YYHIfg22S7

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Also accompanying the couple were the newly wed The Duke and Duchess of Sussex. With The Duke giving a speech

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex also attended The Prince of Wales' 70th Birthday Patronage Celebration in the Garden, their first as a married couple, and met people representing The Prince's Patronages. #PrinceandPatron pic.twitter.com/55E7ESxFid

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

The Duke of Sussex made a speech at the celebration:
‘You have inspired William and I, and looking out here today, it is clear to see that we are not alone.’ pic.twitter.com/ZoodkqqFq9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Read The Duke of Sussex’s speech in full here: https://t.co/00bDoZBwad pic.twitter.com/5BQSKUPuWx

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 22, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall attended last Thursday the the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism at the The National Memorial Arboretum.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall attended the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism at the @Nat_Mem_Arb today.

After the service, Their Royal Highnesses met families affected by terrorism. pic.twitter.com/utvq3zZUDc

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 17, 2018

They joined over 200 families members of those killed by terrorist acts overseas for the dedication service for the National Memorial to British Victims of Overseas Terrorism

"There are no words, however heartfelt, that can heal your wounds, and no memorial that can bring your loved ones back. And yet, it is more than grief that brings us all here today, and more than pain that unites us." - HRH Prince of Wales @ClarenceHouse pic.twitter.com/S5e339Cpt9

— National Memorial Arboretum (@Nat_Mem_Arb) May 17, 2018

After the service, they met families affected by terrorism

Yesterday, Their Royal Highnesses carried out engagements in London that celebrates technology, innovation and sustainable fashion.

Their first stop was at the YouTube Space in King's Cross, where they met YouTubers and learnt about Google Arts & Culture projects.

Today The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are carrying out engagements in London that will celebrate technology, innovation and sustainable fashion.
TRH will first visit @YouTubeSpaceLon to meet YouTubers and learn about @googlearts projects. pic.twitter.com/T4GWDtWsJS

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The project is an immersive way for users to explore art, history and wonders of the world which puts over 1,500 museums at users’ fingertips.

The Google Arts & Culture project is an immersive way for users to explore art, history and wonders of the world. It puts over 1,500 museums at users’ fingertips. @googlearts @YouTubeSpaceLon pic.twitter.com/jUaEak9WhF

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

During their visit, they also tried on virtual reality headsets and saw how Google Arts & Culture allows internet users to explore historic locations and sites in an interactive way. Archaeologist Jago Cooper of the British Museum showcased the Ancient Maya project, which explores the story of the Maya through interactive photos and video.

Archaeologist Jago Cooper of @britishmuseum shows TRH the @googlearts Ancient Maya project, which allows users to explore the story of the Maya through interactive photos and video. pic.twitter.com/huDzcndi6a

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

YouTubers Joe Sugg and Louise Pentland talked to Their Royal Highnesses about how they create videos that are watched by millions and discussed topics including traditional thatching and children’s literacy. Literacy is a keen topic for The Duchess especially in promoting literacy and Louise Pentland is an author.

The Duchess is Patron of the @Booktrust - The Duchess takes a keen interest in promoting literacy & @LouisePentland is an author. pic.twitter.com/LBZmTAFz3i

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The Duchess of Cornwall joins YouTuber @LouisePentland for a chat about children’s literacy at @YouTubeSpaceLon - which is a place made available to “youtubers” for them to create content for their channels. pic.twitter.com/aHG7LK1KIp

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

During this visits, His Royal Highness sat down and heard the stories of Joe Sugg and Omar Sharif, 26 including many others. Including how the Prince of Wales' baby and foundation The Prince's Trust worked and taught Omar the skills to where he is.

YouTuber @joe_sugg, also known on @YouTube as ThatcherJoe, and The Prince of Wales take part in some traditional thatching at @YouTubeSpaceLon.
HRH champions traditional skills such as thatching through his charity @PrincesFound pic.twitter.com/KHvyh1LcbT

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Meanwhile The Duchess was given a “Tiltbrush” demonstration with artist @RealJonathanYeo
Jonathan demonstrates the technique of Tiltbrushing, a @Google initiative that permits 3D painting and design through the use of a virtual reality headset. pic.twitter.com/z9M3Ut6c6z

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

The Duchess views a demonstration of the “tiltbrush” technique @YouTubeSpaceLon pic.twitter.com/NTL0uiAmQR

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

In one of the other @YouTubeSpaceLon studios, The Prince of Wales joined a discussion with HRH’s youth charities about violent crime and how social media can help. The discussion panel was made up of young people who have been supported by those charities including @PrincesTrust pic.twitter.com/Dmw3xOVBRb

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Next, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall visited Yoox Net-a-Porter's (YNAP) cutting edge Tech Hub office in White City, which has been developed by the online fashion retailer as part of their investment in technology and operations.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall tour @ynap’s new Tech Hub, a cutting edge centre developed by the online fashion retailer as part of their investment in technology and operations. pic.twitter.com/FBeDmkhQ6C

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

YNAP employs close to 5,000 people with more than 2,000 based in London. As part of the tour given by CEO Frederico Marchetti and Caroline Rush of the BFC(British Fashion Council), Their Royal Highnesses visited a showroom featuring British brands and sustainable fashion and met students who were taking part in coding workshops.

A warm welcome to TRH the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall, greeted by our CEO @FMarchetti and Caroline Rush @BFC for an exclusive tour of the YOOX NET-A-PORTER Tech Hub in London today @clarencehouse #RoyalVisitYNAP pic.twitter.com/LQ4tAMyDkJ

— YOOX NET-A-PORTER (@ynap) May 16, 2018

HRH learning the basics of coding with students from our CodeLab initiative with @imperialcollege @ClarenceHouse #RoyalVisitYNAP pic.twitter.com/GM4SMpI1Ig

— Federico Marchetti (@fmarchetti) May 16, 2018

The last stop on the trip was Soho House's new outpost in White City, where The Prince cut through the red ribbon and declared the members' club open for business.

As part of the tour, TRH visited a showroom featuring British brands and sustainable fashion.@ynap employs close to 5,000 people with more than 2,000 based in London. pic.twitter.com/7vZU6vP9KZ

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 16, 2018

Inside, new British talent in sustainable fashion, textiles and design industries were showcasing their works.

British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful met The Prince of Wales for the first time. He said: "I love what he does for fashion, the new generation. I'm a huge fan. It's a real honour."

Today HRH The Prince of Wales met with British designers who are dedicated to sustainability & championing positive change. The visit was part of the BFC's #PositiveFashion initiative. Find out more: https://t.co/sW5b99YnNK Thank you @clarencehouse! @sohohouse pic.twitter.com/NZuTcgJPGt

— BFC (@BFC) May 16, 2018

In Archanes, Greek dancers welcome The Prince and The Duchess to a fantastic celebration of local Cretan food and culture.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/UjTeQyO5ws

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 11, 2018

On their second day May 10th, The Prince of Wales met with Archbishop Ieronymos II at the Archbishop's Palace in Athens. His Royal Highness was led to a room full of paintings of former archbishops of Athens and was welcomed by other Greek bishops. The Archbishop said: "Welcome to the land of half of your ancestors." His Royal Highness was given an icon of the Virgin Mary as a gift from the Archbishop.

The Prince of Wales is meeting with His Beatitude Archbishop Ieronymos II of Athens and All Greece this morning on the second day of #RoyalVisitGreece. pic.twitter.com/m5ZzXrRQdF

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Later The Prince of Wales met with The Duchess of Cornwall went for walkabout in the Kapnikarea area of central Athens and stopped for refreshments. After visiting the 11th Century Church of St Eirini and the stalls of St Eirini Square, Their Royal Highnesses tried traditional Greek coffee in a local cafe.

During a walking tour of the Kapnikarea area of central Athens, The Prince and The Duchess meet local residents and try traditional Greek coffee in a local café. ☕️ #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/7ltWw3ouG7

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Afterwards, they visited stalls with local delicacies including loukoumades, traditional Greek doughnuts, and koulouri, traditional Greek pretzels, before heading to the Byzantine Church of Kapnikarea the final stop on the tour.

After The Prince and The Duchess then arrived at the Commonwealth War Graves site where they were greeted by Captain Tim Ferns, the UK Defence Attache. They gathered for a short ceremony and shared a minute's silence after the sound of a trumpet. His Royal Highness  then laid a wreath on a tomb at the site which displayed the message: "Their name liveth for evermore."

TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have this morning visited the @CWGC’s Phaleron War Cemetery in order to pay their respects to over 2,000 Commonwealth servicemen of the Second World War who are commemorated here. Find out more here: https://t.co/oeedCxl6Uy #WW2 pic.twitter.com/Zwig98K2M9

— WarGravesCommission (@CWGC) May 10, 2018

Before departing, Their Royal Highnesses met dignitaries and guests before receiving a short tour of the cemetery and a walking inspection of the Hellenic Armed Forces Honour Guard. The Prince met 101-year-old war veteran, Themistocles Marinos MBE, who had received eight Greek medals - including a Gold Gallantry Cross, Military Cross and Distinguished Services Medal and described him as a "remarkable" man.

They later separated with The Duchess of Cornwall going on to visit the Kaisariani Monastery, where she read a passage from Harry Potter And The Philosopher's Stone to a group of schoolchildren.

The Duchess joins local schoolchildren for a @UNESCO literary event at Kaisariani Monastery near Athens.

HRH read a passage from Harry Potter to the children before they discussed their favourite parts! 📚 #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/fiCnaq0AJ0

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

When asked what her favourite book was, The Duchess responded: "When I was very young, which was 100 years ago, I used to love the books of Rudyard Kipling." The children then surprised Her Royal Highness by acting out the scene she had just read to them, before handing her a painting they had done of the Hogwarts Express.

The Duchess of Cornwall is a passionate promoter of literacy and encouraging a love of reading from an early age.

Find out more about HRH’s literacy work: https://t.co/5awpkRSYwF#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/C1OSiP7Tle

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

She later also spent time at a women’s shelter to hear the stories of women who have been affected by issues including domestic abuse and violence. The shelter provides free housing, counselling and emergency support to women and children. The services are available to anyone living in Greece. The children who live at the shelter gave Her Royal Highness a beautiful posey before she departed.

While visiting Athens today, The Duchess spent time at a women’s shelter to hear the stories of women who have been affected by issues including domestic abuse and violence.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/Zy9PdA1UW8

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

The shelter provides free housing, counselling and emergency support to women and children. The services are available to anyone living in Greece.

The children who live at the shelter gave HRH a beautiful posey before she departed.#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/wh8mqMC0KM

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 10, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses finished the day at The British Ambassador's Residence where they attended a reception to celebrate the different facets of the strong bilateral relationships between Britain and Greece. Guests representing a variety of areas and industries were present, including business, archaeology, security, tourism, media and religion.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are attending an Official Dinner at the Presidential Mansion in Athens. #RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/VpieNIjD12

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 9, 2018

“I thank you once again for your heartfelt and warm reception to your country, which is always so hospitable. I raise my glass to everyone's health, and to the welfare and friendship of our two peoples.”#RoyalVisitGreece pic.twitter.com/kxQW7rt1tB

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 9, 2018

Yesterday, Their Royal Highnesses continue their visit in France by traveling to Lyon to commemorate VE Day.

Their Royal Highnesses were greeted by Mayor Georges Kepenekian and the President of Lyon Metropolitan Area David Kimelfeld, at Parc Tete d'Or where they participated in a ceremony to mark 73 years since the end of World War II. His Royal Highness lay a wreath at the foot of the monument in Parc Tete d'Or to commemorate those who fought in France.

Their Royal Highness are attending a VE Day ceremony at Le Parc de la Tête d'or in Lyon.

The Prince of Wales laid a wreath to remember those who fought in France during WWII. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/b3oZPHrzY3

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Other groups followed which included a schoolgirl who gently put down a single flower. The VE Day commemoration ceremony concluded with the brass band playing and a choir singing the national anthems of the allies in the Second World War.

Following the commemorations, The Prince and The Duchess met attendees, some of whom were veterans, and signed the Lyon visitors’ book. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/ODa4xpTqL4

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses then met hundreds of guests, including veterans, schoolchildren and members of the public.

After the commemorations, in honour of Lyon’s legendary culinary history, Their Royal Highnesses visited Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse food market, where they visited various stalls, including a cured meat stall which sells a Lyon-based meat called Saucisson de Lyon. The market is named after Paul Bocuse, one of Lyon's most revered and well-known chefs.

To celebrate Lyon’s legendary culinary history, Their Royal Highnesses are visiting the Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse food market. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/VzCkKF4Bpv

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

After which the couple separated with The Prince of Wales visiting Interpol HQ, where he was given a tour by Secretary General Jürgen Stock, taking in the building's command centre and meeting staff working on a variety of crime areas, including the illegal wildlife trade, modern slavery and works of art. During the visit, His Royal Highness was briefed on Operation Libertad, which saw the rescue of 350 potential victims of human trafficking across the Americas.

The Prince of Wales was briefed on #OperationLibertad, which saw the rescue of 350 potential victims of #humantrafficking across the Americas: https://t.co/z7qoWysZBv pic.twitter.com/zMWAb5nxA0

— INTERPOL (@INTERPOL_HQ) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales visits @INTERPOL_HQ in Lyon to learn more about the organisation and its work combating global crimes including the illegal wildlife trade and cybercrime. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/gDRvsk4qB5

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales speaking to staff after seeing first-hand the work of @INTERPOL_HQ with French Interior Minister @gerardcollomb #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/JLM1aHykjj

— Ed Llewellyn (@EdLlewellynFCO) May 8, 2018

Followed with a visit to ISARA Lyon University to meet a range of students, staff and recent graduates at the campus which is dedicated to agroecology, sustainable development and food science. As a lover and champion of sustainable development His Royal Highness was introduced to former students who have launched their own eco food companies, one of which supplies organic vegetarian meat substitutes to the commercial market.

To end day two of the #RoyalVisitFrance, The Prince visited @isaralyon and met the university’s students and staff who are from a campus dedicated to agroecology, sustainable development and food science. pic.twitter.com/HWUh7t0oj5

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Meanwhile, The Duchess of Cornwall dropped in at VIFILL SOS Femmes. VIFILL SOS Femmes is a refuge for women and children who have suffered domestic violence.  Her Royal Highness was given a brief tour of the children's reception and shared kitchen. At the end of her visit, The Duchess gave the charity two hampers of baked goods for the women and children to enjoy.

The Duchess of Cornwall visits SOS Femmes in Lyon, a charity that supports those affected by domestic abuse through providing refuge housing and advisory services.#RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/rBvUChWOEb

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

Her Royal Highness concluded the day with a visit to Emmaus Lyon, a French charity which uses social enterprise and recycling to provide long term support to those suffering from homelessness.

The Duchess of Cornwall visits @EmmausLyon to see how donated and unwanted goods are restored and sold on to benefit the charity. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/Nkj7lE4FjL

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Duchess undertook a tour of the centre's warehouse, following the lifecycle of donated homewares and meeting with resident "companions", the name given to those who live and work within an Emmaus community. The Duchess of Cornwall has been Patron of Emmaus's UK branch since 2006.

Emmaus communities support formerly homeless people by giving them a place to live and meaningful work.

The Duchess of Cornwall is Patron of @EmmausUK and has visited a number of Emmaus communities across the country. #RoyalVisitFrance pic.twitter.com/6knSJv5lJ1

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) May 8, 2018

The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall arrived on Monday in Nice were they attended the commemorations to remember those who died during the attack on Le Promenade des Anglais in July 14th 2016, went to Èze and received a masterclass on different scents and perfume-making techniques at Fragonard Perfumery, and The Prince was declared an Honorary Citizen of Nice by Mayor Estrosi

This week, ladies from the Peckham @WomensInstitute, assisted by @ChefTomKerridge, made a cake in the Clarence House kitchens for The Queen’s 92nd birthday. 🎂

The Duchess of Cornwall dropped in to see how it was going!#QueensBirthday pic.twitter.com/PglnMbvkn9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 21, 2018

For a new day of events, Her Royal Highness attended the Women's Forum closing session roundtable meeting.

The Duchess of Cornwall is attending a roundtable meeting and the closing session of the #CHOGM2018 Women's Forum.

The discussion topic is ‘An improved response to domestic abuse by employers.’ pic.twitter.com/FDenS1w1Gu

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

The Forum set out to reflect on some of the global challenges still faced by women across the Commonwealth. The discussion topic during Her Royal Highness’s roundtable was ‘An improved response to domestic abuse by employers.’

During a speech today HRH said:

“Domestic abuse remains a hidden problem in society. It is characterised by silence.

“I hope we can talk about what is happening behind closed doors across the world.”#CHOGM2018 pic.twitter.com/F6iRfaAz9q

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

Since 2009, The Duchess has been dedicating her work to raising awareness of the issues facing those affected by sexual violence and domestic abuse.

During a speech today HRH said:

“Domestic abuse remains a hidden problem in society. It is characterised by silence.

“I hope we can talk about what is happening behind closed doors across the world.”#CHOGM2018 pic.twitter.com/F6iRfaAz9q

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 18, 2018

In her speech at the closing session, she said:

Another powerful speech today from the Duchess of Cornwall on the subject of domestic and sexual violence against women @safelives_ pic.twitter.com/j7KV24VeKM

— Rebecca English (@RE_DailyMail) April 18, 2018

"Now some of you in this room know, only too well, the terrible impact of domestic abuse.  Some of you are already working tirelessly to try to eradicate it from society.  I very much hope that all of you will find a chance to make significant connections today and find new ways to bring this problem out into the open – so that together we can make sure that the voices of those who are living with abuse today, wherever they live, are not silenced, but clearly heard."

Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are attending in London as part of Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) events. They began attending yesterday.

Today The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall are joining a #CommonwealthBigLunch as part of #CHOGM2018 events. pic.twitter.com/0BHGgtwDLn

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 17, 2018

Every 2 years, Heads of States reunite in London for the CommonWealth Heads of Government Meeting where they discuss their common goals and to share ideas. Members of the Royal Family are hosting and attending a number of events over the week.

Their Royal Highnesses joined the events by attending a Commonwealth Big Lunch, an event that aims to bring people together to celebrate their Commonwealth connections through food.

The initiative encourages communities to have lunch together in a simple act of friendship and fun. Last month The Duchess visited a Big Lunch event hosted at Barn Croft Primary School. The Duchess of Patron of The Big Lunch and has attended a number of events in support of the initiative.

Next, The Duchess presented medals for the Women's Team Persuit to: @CommGamesAUS 🥇
Team New Zealand🥈 (@nzolympics) and @TeamCanada 🥉
Well done all! #RoyalVisitAustralia #CommonwealthGames2018 #gc2018 pic.twitter.com/VNMb9DDRgK

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 5, 2018

Earlier Today(Aussie Time), Their Royal Highnesses the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall arrived in Australia to represent Her Majesty the Queen during the at the opening of the XXI Commonwealth Games, reading out Her Majesty's customary message, which calls on athletes to come together in the spirit of friendly competition and a few days of engagements on tour of the country down-under

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall today arrived in Brisbane for the start of a tour of Australia and to officially open the 2018 Commonwealth Games on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen.@GC2018 #GC2018 #RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/s8I7JlBOR6

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

According to Australia TV Channel 9 news, Their Royal Highnesses arrived a couple of days ago and spent a few days in a secret location in regional New South Wales. According to the media house, they were seen boarding their private jet in the central NSW town of Wagga Wagga on Wednesday morning destination Queensland after spending time with friends on a farm

They arrived in Brisbane, Queensland where they were officially received and welcome by Her Majesty's official representative in Australia Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove and his wife Lady Cosgrove at the old government house. After signing the visitor's book, They proceeded to the lawn, where His Royal Highness inspected the Guard of Honour.

Their Royal Highnesses were received by the Governor-General Sir Peter Cosgrove and Lady Cosgrove at Old Government House. #RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/0S8FEjzi8j

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

After signing the visitor's book, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall proceeded to the lawn, where His Royal Highness inspected the Guard of Honour. pic.twitter.com/gPnN5LGd6V

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

After Their Royal Highnesses met with members of the public who brace the rainy day and waited in the city's botanic gardens.

Their Royal Highnesses then had a chance to meet members of the public who had waited in the city's botanic gardens. #RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/ekY9Y38P5E

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

After meeting the public Their Royal Highness then visited the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital to learn about Juiced TV which is a TV show made by children, for other youngsters in the hospital. The aim of the show is to benefit their health and well-being while in hospital.  They also met with Abi Head, a 13 -year-old Juiced TV star and founder of Juiced TV and Philippa Russell, who founded the TV station and is the 2018 Queensland Australian of the Year Award winner.

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall then visited the Lady Cilento Children’s Hospital to learn about @Juiced_TV which is a TV show made by children, for other youngsters in the hospital.#RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/efIO1oJxu9

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

 They then saw a music therapy and dance session, and then took part in baking during one of the Juiced TV shows.

Their Royal Highnesses meet Abi Head, a 13 -year-old Juiced TV star and founder of @Juiced_TV and Philippa Russell, who founded the TV station and is the 2018 Queensland Australian of the Year Award winner.#RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/gF7S1QzBky

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

Their Royal Highnesses then saw a music therapy and dance session, and then took part in baking during one of the @Juiced_TV shows. #RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/E6dvg8Mzst

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

They also visited a tour of the athletes' village as well as other major tourist destinations including the Great Barrier Reef and Bundaberg's rum distiller


You can read more about their visit to the Hospital on 9 news.

For this leg of the visit Her Royal Highness wore a green lace Fiona Clare dress and a matching Philip Treacy hat

Commonwealth Pre games reception:
Their Royal Highness attended a pre- opening reception hosted by the Governor-General Sir Cosgrove and his wife Lady Cosgrove. They met and spoke with various official representatives of Commonwealth nations as well as Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate (L) and Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk

They also met with Their Majesties King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga.

Their Royal Highnesses then attended a reception on the Gold Coast ahead of the @GC2018 opening ceremony, as guests of the Governor-General. There they met various other guests including The King of Tonga. #RoyalVisitAustralia pic.twitter.com/EHJHkIbasg

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

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Opening Ceremony:

They later arrived at the Carrara Stadium ready for the official opening of the Commonwealth Games 2018 were The Prince of Wales will officially open the games on behalf of the Head of the Commonwealth Her Majesty Queen Elisabeth.

Before the opening ceremony, Their Royal Highnesses were invited on stage together with  President of the Commonwealth Games Federation, Louise Martin, CBE and the chairman of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games organising committee, Peter Beattie

Embed from Getty Images After, His Royal Highness read Her Majesty's opening words on her behalf. You can read her words here

The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall have arrived at the Carrara Stadium ready for the official opening of the Commonwealth Games 2018. @GC2018 #GC2018 pic.twitter.com/VmG8RCA1Ov

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) April 4, 2018

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Her Royal Highness doned powder blue dress with an embellished bodice by Anna Valentine, her trademark string of pearls, with a beige leather Fendi Regular Peekaboo, suede pumps and a white scarf to ward off the evening chill





Their Royal Highnesses will visit Brisbane & the Gold Coast together; before His Royal Highness continues his visit to Queensland and the Northern Territory, concluding on Tuesday 10th April.

Last week Clarence House, released a recently recorded video message done by The Duchess introducing three animations which aim to raise awareness of coercive and controlling behaviour so that more people understand that this is domestic abuse and a criminal offence.


In a video recorded at Clarence House, The Duchess of Cornwall says: "Thankfully the sometimes disastrous effects of domestic abuse in society are now much better understood. Much less understood is the psychological abuse which exists in some relationships. I'm delighted that Dorset Police and Bournemouth University are working together to make this short film and that it will, over time, help to raise public awareness of some of the complex characteristics that make up controlling and coercive behaviour which is now, thank goodness, a crime."

The Countess of Chester received last week March 16th an Honorary Doctorate for her work in literacy.

Today The Duchess of Cornwall will receive an Honorary Doctorate at @uochester’s Graduation Ceremony in recognition of her work to promote literacy. pic.twitter.com/EZ7YUPY1ZB

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

The Duchess of Cornwall known as the Countess of Chester in the City of Chester was honoured by the University of Chester during their Graduation Ceremony today and was awarded in recognition of her commitment to promoting literacy.

"As you leave today’s degree ceremony, you should do so with your heads held high, justly proud of all you have achieved."

- HRH congratulates graduates at today's @uochester Graduation Ceremony after being presented with an Honorary Doctorate for her literacy work. pic.twitter.com/vXeBECBydC

— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

Hosted in the historic Chester Cathedral, she received her Doctorate of Letters in front of 500 graduates from a number of academic faculties.

HRH’s work has a strong focus on encouraging a love of reading and writing from an early age. 📚

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— Clarence House (@ClarenceHouse) March 16, 2018

The Countess who is a strong promoter of literacy in the UK and internationally, with particular focus on encouraging a love of reading and writing from an early age.

#TBT to when HRH The Prince of Wales received an Honorary Doctorate of Letters in 2007 - HRH The Duchess of Cornwall will also be recognised with the award of an Honorary Doctorate of Letters at Graduation tomorrow 🎓 pic.twitter.com/900LH6A1aN

— UoChester Alumni 🎓 (@ChesterAlumni) March 15, 2018

As we all know The Countess is an avid reader and undertakes a number of engagements to promote the importance of supporting literacy, including the 500 Words Competition, an initiative which encourages children around the country to get creative and send in their stories of no more than 500 words, and the Man Booker Prize for Fiction.

According to Clarence House, The Countess said during a speech:  “I want to begin by thanking you, Chancellor, for the Honorary Doctorate that you have just bestowed upon me. I am grateful, too, for the Public Orator’s generous words and for the wonderfully warm welcome I have received today.

“As Countess of Chester, I take great pride in my relationship with both this beautiful city and now with your University.”