Trending Now - Harry and Meghan's Australian Visit Sparks Mixed Reactions

WHO:

ABC News - Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

ABC News - Their children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4

ABC News - Afua Hagan, media commentator on the British royal family

wonderwall.com - An unnamed insider source

wonderwall.com - New South Wales Police and Victoria Police

WHAT:

ABC News - The couple's visit includes a stop at the Australian National Veterans Arts Museum.

ABC News - The Sussexes' office stated that the visit includes "a small number of private engagements" to support broader commercial, charitable, and commercial objectives.

wonderwall.com - Meghan has trademarked 12 products in Australia for her lifestyle brand, As Ever.

wonderwall.com - 11,000 citizens signed a Change.org petition against using government funds for their security during the visit.

ABC News - The couple visited the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne on April 12th, 2026, participating in an activity with patients and posing for photos.

ABC News - Meghan is scheduled to speak at a retreat with the women's group "Her Best Life" in Sydney from April 14th to April 16th, 2026, with ticket prices ranging from AU$2,699 (approximately $1,929) to AU$3,199 (approximately $2,286) for VIP access.

ABC News - The couple's visit is described as a "low-key" tour, contrasting with their previous 16-day tour in 2018.

ABC News - The couple's children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are not traveling with them during this visit.

ABC News - The Sussexes' office stated that the visit includes "a small number of private engagements" to support broader commercial, charitable, and commercial objectives.

wonderwall.com - Meghan is scheduled to hold meetings about launching her lifestyle brand, As Ever, and has trademarked 12 products in Australia.

ABC News - The couple's visit is described as a "faux royal tour to shore up Brand Sussex" by Melbourne’s Herald Sun newspaper.

ABC News - The Sussexes' office stated that the visit prioritizes "listening, learning and supporting communities rather than promotion."

wonderwall.com - Meghan is scheduled to speak at a women's event in Sydney, while Harry will give the keynote at a mental health conference in Melbourne.

ABC News - Prince Harry and Meghan arrived in Melbourne for a four-day visit.

ABC News - The visit is privately funded and follows their official royal tour in 2018.

ABC News - The couple will visit a children’s hospital, a women’s shelter, and a veterans’ art museum.

ABC News - Harry will visit the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.

ABC News - The couple will join an Invictus Australia sailing event on Sydney Harbor.

wonderwall.com - 11,000 citizens signed a Change.org petition against using government funds for their security.

wonderwall.com - The visit involves media appearances, business activities, and private events.

WHERE:

ABC News - Melbourne, Australia

ABC News - Canberra, Australia

ABC News - Sydney, Australia

wonderwall.com - Australia

WHEN:

ABC News - The couple arrived in Melbourne on April 12th, 2026.

ABC News - Their last official royal tour in Australia was in 2018.

WHY:

ABC News - Afua Hagan commented that the couple faces criticism for attending paid ticketed events while in Australia, stating, "They can’t do right for doing wrong."

ABC News - Afua Hagan commented that the Sussexes are criticized for trying to make their own money while being perceived as "villains" by the media.

ABC News - The couple aims to become financially independent after stepping back as senior royals in 2020.

ABC News - The visit is intended to support organizations delivering measurable impact.

HOW:

wonderwall.com - New South Wales Police and Victoria Police confirmed that additional protection measures will be implemented at taxpayers' expense to ensure public safety during the couple's visit.

ABC News - The couple flew business class on a commercial Qantas Airways flight from Los Angeles to Melbourne.

wonderwall.com - New South Wales Police and Victoria Police confirmed that additional protection measures will be implemented at taxpayers' expense to ensure public safety during the couple's visit.

ABC News - The couple flew business class from Los Angeles on a commercial Qantas Airways flight.

wonderwall.com - Additional protection measures will be implemented by police at taxpayers' expense.

(UPDATED April 15, 2026 01:22 UTC)

Prince Harry and Meghan are currently visiting Australia, where their itinerary includes a stop at the Australian National Veterans Arts Museum and a few private engagements aimed at supporting their commercial and charitable goals. While Meghan has trademarked twelve products for her lifestyle brand, As Ever, their trip has sparked controversy, with over 11,000 citizens signing a petition against the use of government funds for their security. In response to public safety concerns, both New South Wales and Victoria Police have confirmed that additional protection measures will be put in place at taxpayers' expense during the couple's stay.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 23:13 UTC)

on Sunday, Meghan and Harry visited the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, engaging with patients and taking photos during their time there. Meghan is set to speak at a retreat for the women's group "Her Best Life" in Sydney from on Tuesday to April 16th, with VIP tickets priced between AU$2,699 and AU$3,199. The couple arrived in Australia after flying business class on a Qantas Airways flight from Los Angeles.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 13:22 UTC)

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are currently on a low-key tour of Australia, which is a stark contrast to their extensive 16-day visit back in 2018, and their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, are not accompanying them this time. The couple's office has indicated that their itinerary includes a small number of private engagements aimed at supporting various commercial and charitable objectives, with Meghan also set to discuss her lifestyle brand, As Ever, for which she has trademarked 12 products in Australia. Meanwhile, New South Wales and Victoria Police have confirmed that they will implement additional protection measures at taxpayers' expense to ensure public safety during the couple's stay, amid criticism for their attendance at paid ticketed events.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 09:20 UTC)

Meghan and Harry are currently in Australia for what has been described as a "faux royal tour" aimed at bolstering their brand, according to Melbourne’s Herald Sun. While Meghan is set to speak at a women's event in Sydney, Harry will deliver the keynote address at a mental health conference in Melbourne, with their office emphasizing that the visit focuses on listening and supporting communities rather than promotion. In light of their visit, New South Wales and Victoria Police have confirmed that extra security measures will be put in place at taxpayers' expense to ensure public safety.

(UPDATED April 14, 2026 05:41 UTC)

Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, arrived in Melbourne on Sunday for a four-day visit that includes stops at a children’s hospital, a women’s shelter, and a veterans’ art museum. During their trip, they will also participate in an Invictus Australia sailing event in Sydney and Harry will visit the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, all while aiming to support organizations that deliver measurable impact. The visit is privately funded, but it has sparked controversy, with 11,000 citizens signing a petition against using government funds for their security, leading to additional police protection measures being implemented.