Pictures: Prince Harry and Meghan's gumboot throwing contest, tree planting on day three of NZ tour

October 30, 2018
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex hold hands as they arrive at Redvale.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Redvale, on the North Shore, this morning to kick off the third day of their royal tour of the country.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive at Redvale, on the North Shore.

While there, the royals helped dedicate a 20-hectare area of native bush to the Queen's Commonwealth Canopy (QCC).

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex unveil a plaque for The Queen's Commonwealth Canopy in Redvale.

After unveiling a plaque, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex heard more about the ecological importance of the native bush.

Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, listening to a speech.

Prince Harry and Meghan then showed off their more competitive streak as they competed in a gumboot throwing contest with children from the 'Trees in Survival' group, which Meghan won.

The Duchess of Sussex takes part in a gumboot throwing contest in Redvale.

The Duchess appeared triumphant as she held her gumboot trophy.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex pose for a photo after Meghan beats Prince Harry in a gumboot throwing contest.

While there, the royals also took part in tree planting.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex planting trees in Redvale.

Prince Harry planted a puriri tree, while Meghan planted a kōwhai.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex take part in a tree planting in Redvale.

After the tree was successfully planted, the Duke high-fived a local school student who was tasked with helping him.

prince Harry and a local school student pose after successfully planting a puriri tree in Redvale.
The Duke of Sussex high-fives a local school student after planting a puriri tree in Redvale while the Duchess of Sussex smiles.

Afterwards, the Duke and Duchess joined Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on a visit to Pillars, a nationwide charity which helps support children who have a parent in prison, and a public walk through Auckland's Viaduct Harbour.

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