Royal visit
It was an honour and a privilege to catch up with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge at the Royal Ceremony at Government House in Wellington last week.
It was great to meet the Duchess of Cambridge, as it was to catch up again with Prince William whom I was lucky enough to meet in 2010 when we visited Kapiti Island with Prime Minister John Key.
I have fond memories of that day. Kapiti really turned it on – the sea was calm, the sun was out and many locals lined Paraparaumu Beach to welcome the Prince to our region.
Prince William took the time to meet hundreds of local Kapiti people before boarding the boat. Both the Prince and the British Press were blown away by the beautiful scenery and wildlife on Kapiti Island, and the reception they received while in our region.
Prince William managed to successfully release a Kiwi onto the island which was a real highlight.
He also made a huge impression on many locals, including selected students from our three Kapiti colleges.
These visits are great for New Zealand’s international image and reputation.
In my view, the royal visit has been a real success and this is down to the warm welcome and great nature of New Zealanders as their hosts.
Whether it was Plunket’s day hosting Prince George’s first public outing or the Duke and Duchess’ public visits around the country, New Zealand has put its best foot forward in welcoming our visitors.
From my diary
*Cabinet was on Monday.
*Parliament is sitting this week.
*I will be attending some local events over Easter.
I have fond memories of that day. Kapiti really turned it on – the sea was calm, the sun was out and many locals lined Paraparaumu Beach to welcome the Prince to our region.
Prince William took the time to meet hundreds of local Kapiti people before boarding the boat. Both the Prince and the British Press were blown away by the beautiful scenery and wildlife on Kapiti Island, and the reception they received while in our region.
Prince William managed to successfully release a Kiwi onto the island which was a real highlight.
He also made a huge impression on many locals, including selected students from our three Kapiti colleges.
These visits are great for New Zealand’s international image and reputation.
In my view, the royal visit has been a real success and this is down to the warm welcome and great nature of New Zealanders as their hosts.
Whether it was Plunket’s day hosting Prince George’s first public outing or the Duke and Duchess’ public visits around the country, New Zealand has put its best foot forward in welcoming our visitors.
From my diary
*Cabinet was on Monday.
*Parliament is sitting this week.
*I will be attending some local events over Easter.