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The Royal Couple Visit Auckland Today (Image: GETTY)
It is believed that Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex are neither injured nor affected by the magnitude 6.2 earthquake.
The royal couple is scheduled to attend a reception hosted by New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern at the Auckland War Museum.
They will then undertake a walk around 16:00 local time (3:00 GMT).
The royal couple also participated in a gumboot launching – or welly-wanging – contest and met with representatives of Pillars charity.
Follow below for live updates – every hour in GMT.
02:30 update: New Zealand suffers major earthquake of magnitude 6.2
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were just over 150 km from the epicenter of the earthquake.
Fortunately, the newlyweds do not seem to be threatened by the earthquake, despite the sensations felt throughout the country.
The earthquake struck near New Plymouth, New Zealand, just 162 km from where the royal couple is currently spending the third day of their tour.
2.16am update: Children played for the Duke and Duchess
A group of schoolchildren played for the royal couple before unveiling a 20-hectare bush area dedicated to the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy.
The children danced and waved hooded raincoats in the rain.
The dance took place shortly after Harry and Meghan unveiled the bush area and Harry received a traditional Maori welcome.
Updated at 2:06 am: Harry receives welcome message "Hongi"
The Duke of Sussex received a Hongi while attending the dedication of a bush area at the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy.
The traditional hello of Maori, the Hongi, is to support one's nose and forehead, at the same time, on another person.
It is used in traditional meetings between Maori people and at major ceremonies and serves a purpose similar to an official handshake.
Schoolchildren greet and dance for Duke and Duchess of Sussex (Image: PA)
The Duke and Duchess unveiled a commemorative plaque at the dedication of a Commonwealth bush area (Image: PA)
The Duke of Sussex receives a traditional Maori welcome (Image: PA)
Update from 1:40 am: a crowd awaits the Duke and Duchess in Auckland
Harry and Meghan are currently attending a private luncheon before heading to Auckland Harbor for a walk.
The impatient fans wait in a pouring rain for their royal idols to make their appearance.
The heavy rains did not deter New Zealand's most enthusiastic royal spectators from coming out in force, dressed in raincoats and ponchos.
Prince Harry supports the drizzle as a good sport (Image: PA)
Images of the Duchess appeared at her first official tree planting ceremony (Image: PA)
Updated 01:17: The weather in Auckland in October
The Duke and Duchess took shelter under the same umbrella in a charming display of affection as the drizzle fell.
Harry was also broken by helping his wife over a puddle of water while he was holding her firmly by the hand.
The Duke and Duchess quickly adopted a more appropriate outfit by wearing waterproof coats before the "well played" match, won by Meghan.
Meghan looked gorgeous as always in her black get up (Image: PA)
Harry and Meghan sheltered under an umbrella and shared it in the rain. (Image: PA)
Prince Harry helps his wife over a puddle of water as a sign of chivalry (Image: PA)
Recap at 12:55 pm: Meghan and Harry begin the third day of their trip to New Zealand.
Later in the day, the future father and mother will organize a walk in the Viaduct Harbor and learn about Pillars, a charity that helps children with a parent in prison.
They will then attend a reception hosted by Premier Jacinda Ardern.
The couple will devote an area of 20 acres from the north coast to the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy project.
Update of 12:39: The duke and the duchess planted a tree
Earlier, Duchess Meghan planted a kōwhai tree from New Zealand, which is one of the distinctive flowers of the kiwi.
Meghan chose the iconic flowers to embroider on her wedding veil to represent New Zealand.
Harry planted a Puriri tree up to 20 meters tall.
This is the first time Meghan has attended an official tree planting ceremony. (Image: EmilyAndrews-Twitter)
Meghan planted a kōwhai tree from New Zealand, one of the distinctive kiwi flowers (Image: Emily Andrews-Twitter)
Meghan and Harry can be seen planting a tree (Image: EmilyAndrews-Twitter)
Update of 12:30: the royal couple received baby gifts
The Duke and Duchess received adorable gifts for the latest addition to the royal family, Baby Sussex.
This pretty offer included a pair of green (child size) boots decorated with kiwis and a baby wool shawl from New Zealand.
The newlyweds also received a green stone necklace, which they both wore with a smile.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, laugh after participating in a contest "wellie wanging". (Image: PA)
12:15 update: Meghan wears J Crew jeans and Karen Walker blazer
The duchess exudes her finesse from the usual fashion with a sober chic look.
She chose to wear skinny jeans and a waterproof black anorak to protect her precious cargo from the harsh weather of New Zealand.
Harry and Meghan arrived in Redvale, New Zealand, where they will dedicate a 20-hectare area of the North Coast to the Queen's Common Canopy Project before joining the children of the Trees in Survival group.
12:10 update: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex participated in a "welly-wanging" contest
This sport, which is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, has been adopted by New Zealand. Competitors will attempt to throw a Wellington boot as far as possible.
Harry and Meghan tried to welly-wanging with the youngest, the duchess's boot landing closer to the target and his team taking it to the general.
The Royals looked relaxed in the lush New Zealand countryside, surrounded by young enthusiasts as they enjoyed the fun and games.
The Duchess of Sussex throws a wellie in the context of a "wellie-wanging" contest & # 39; (Image: PA)
The Duke of Sussex participates in a "welly wanging" contest during a visit to Redvale (Image: PA)
The Royal Couple attended the unveiling of the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy in Redvale (Image: GETTY)
Harry and Meghan wore strong Wellington boots to protect themselves from the weather (Image: GETTY)
Update from 00h01: Meghan and Harry arrived in Auckland
The royal couple enjoyed a walk together hand in hand.
They both donned sturdy Wellington boots at the unveiling of The Queen's Commonwealth Canopy in Redvale.
Harry wore an elegant long jacket and Meghan looked classy in black denim and navy buttoned jacket to cover the baby's bump.
Tuesday, October 30 – Auckland, New Zealand
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