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PRINCE Harry has delivered an emotional message during the New Year's visit to Sydney's new ANZAC memorial this morning.
The Duke and Duchess went to the Hyde Park, and they were there, the couple added a touching, personal tribute.
Along with the wreath of a native Australian and New Zealand soldiers, Harry and Meghan left an emotional note.
Harry's message on the wreath: 'In memory of those who pay the ultimate sacrifice and in recognition of the men and women for whom the scars endure.' pic.twitter.com/mPACDc2J7V
– Emily Andrews (@byEmilyAndrews) October 20, 2018
"In grateful memory of those who make the ultimate sacrifice and in recognition of the men and women for whom the scars endure," the attached handwritten note read.
The touching message, written on a small card featuring Harry's royal insignia, was signed by both the Prince and his wife.
CHOPPER CIRCLE AHEAD OF ISLAND ARRIVAL
Helicopters are flying overhead as excitement builds ahead of Harry and Meghan's arrival on Cockatoo Island for the first official Invictus Games event – the Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be coming to the front of the competition, starting with Prince Harry.
The 2018 Invictus Games has been kicked off on Sydney's Cockatoo Island with the Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge.
Uniformed police are running patrols of the area, and a security team is enforcing bag checks as people hop off the ferry and enter the arena.
Over the day, competitors from 12 countries will participate in three challenges with one water obstacle course and two precision driving challenges, one involving the driver's skill and mastery over the car.
It's the second time of their day in Sydney, which will end with Harry officially opening the Games at the Sydney Opera House on Saturday night.
MEGHAN'S SUBTLE ANZAC TRIBUTE
Earlier, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have kicked off their tour of Australia at Sydney's Hyde Park where they attended the opening of the ANZAC Memorial Memorial.
The royal couple standing at the front of the refurbished 1930s Art Deco building.
Just before 10am, Prince Harry arrived in full military uniform and Meghan in a black dress and hat.
The Duchess has been showcasing the work of Australian designers Emilia Wickstead.
The choice is perhaps a subtle nod to the partnership between Australia and New Zealand to which the royal couple paid their respects today. Her hat is by Philip Treacy London milliner.
HARRY STANDS AT ATTENTION
Harry and Meghan have a wreath on the memorial steps, Prince Harry saluted. The Duke also saluted while the Australian national anthem was played.
The couple bowed their heads to a minute's silence was held to honor the fallen, and Prince Harry stood stiffly at attention during his military presentation.
Aboriginal elder Uncle Roy Mundine NSW Governor David Hurley Addressed the crowd.
Harry and Meghan listened to Mr Hurley describe how prince Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester had opened the memorial in 1934 and now Prince Henry, Duke of Sussex, would open the new wings of the memorial.
Security is tight at the invitation-only event. Snipers could be seen atop nearby hotel and office buildings.
COUPLE TO KICK OF INVICTUS WITH A CHALLENGE
The 2018 Invictus Games has been kicked off on Sydney's Cockatoo Island with the Jaguar Land Rover Driving Challenge.
Over the day, competitors from 12 countries will participate in three challenges with one water obstacle course and two precision driving challenges, one involving the driver's skill and mastery over the car.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will be starting the first gold medal of the competition, started by Prince Harry.
Harry will officially open the Games at the Sydney Opera House on Saturday night.
The fourth version of the international sporting event will feature 500 competitors from 18 nations competing in 11 medal sports including archery, athletics, indoor rowing, powerlifting, road cycling, sailing, sitting volleyball, swimming, wheelchair basketball and rugby.
Prince Harry's inspiration to create the games for wounded veterans and serving military personnel from his decade-long service with the British Army.
He was convinced that they could help their loved ones "fix their lives" and raise awareness of the role they can play in the community.
The games, to be held over the week, are at the center of Harry and Meghan's first royal overseas tour.
They have already delighted fans in Sydney, Melbourne and Dubbo.
– AAP
ROYALS TO OPEN NEW MEMORIAL ANZAC
The Royal Couple will be kicked off by ANZAC Memorial in Sydney's Hyde Park.
The following year, NSW Governor David Hurley will address a crowd of 300 invited guests.
The Australian Military Wives Choir will then sing the hymn, I go to Thee my Country, accompanied by the Australian Army Band, Sydney.
David Hurley will then take the couple on a tour of the Hall of Silence to view the sculpture, "Sacrifice" dedicated to Australians who have served in the Defense Forces.
The $ 40-million enhancement of the marble and granite building includes a second cascading water feature in the reflective pool, which was never finished due to the 1930s Great Depression.
The new design features an oculus that will connect the memorial's two levels, and an education and interpretation center to bring back to life the original vision for the memorial which opened in 1934.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian will accompany the royals on the 45-minute tour.
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