William, Kate and eight-month old Prince George kick off tour of New Zealand and Australia

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, together with their first-born, Prince George, have started their three-week visit to New Zealand and Australia.

17:08 07 April 2014

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have taken Prince George on his first official tour. The royal family have started their three-week visit to Australia and New Zealand where they were greeted by Prime Minister John Key and waiting media at Wellington Airport. It was only the second time that the baby has faced the press. 

 

Mr Key tweeted: "The Royals have landed in Wellington. Let's make them very welcome, New Zealand."

 

The couple was met by Maori warriors and were taken to Government House, the official residence of the governor general. 

 

The duchess wore a conservative red coat with gold buttons from British designer Catherine Walker, who was a firm favourite of Diana, Princess of Wales. 

 

On the other hand, Prince George wore a cream cardigan and matching shoes. He will be taken to a few specific engagements throughout the trip, and the programme stops on most days in the late afternoon to allow his parents to get back to him.