The President of Ireland has arrived in New Zealand for a week-long state visit.
Michael D. Higgins was given a welcome full of pomp and ceremony at Government House in Wellington this afternoon.
He was met by Governor General Dame Patsy Reddy, a guard of honour, and some local school kids who Mr Higgins addressed in his native tongue.
Prime Minister-designate Jacinda Ardern will welcome Mr Higgins at Parliament House tomorrow morning.
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