Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s emotional last day in Australia – see best photos

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle traveled to Australia on a four-day trip to attend both “philanthropic” and “business” engagements

rince Harry and Meghan Markle began the final day of their whirlwind Australian tour by meeting the survivors and first responders of the horrific Bondi Beach terror attack that occurred on December 14, 2025.

Harry wore black trousers and a blue shirt, while his wife sported cream-colored pants and a striped navy and white button-up shirt that was tied at the front from Sydney-based label Matteau.

The couple arrived at Bondi Surf Bathers’ Life Saving Club on Friday morning, where they spoke to survivors Jessica Chapnik Kahn and Elon Zizer.

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Touching tribute

Jessica shared that it was an “honor” to meet the couple, before adding: “The greater problem in the world right now is hate. Hate is a human problem that we’re facing, a very big problem. So to highlight that, to be able to connect with them on this heart level, I think is very special.”

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Elon agreed that Harry and Meghan’s visit was “very special” and “makes us feel heard”.

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Meghan and Harry were then introduced to the senior curator of the Sydney Jewish Museum, Shannon Biederman, who showed them several artifacts from the newest exhibition, and shared that their visit was “really special”.

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“I’m really grateful for them coming out,” Shannon added. “It’s been a really challenging time for the community and all of these expressions of unity and support are greatly appreciated.”

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The Bondi shooting, which was named the worst terror attack in Australia’s history, saw two gunmen open fire on a group of Jewish people celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach on December 14. Fifteen people lost their lives in the attack, and dozens were injured as a result.

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“It means a lot,” said lifeguard Jonathan Botts of Harry and Meghan’s visit.

“They’ve taken time out of their pretty brief visit to Australia to visit the site and meet with some of the people that were involved and a lot of the people who are affected.”

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After their visit to the famed beach, Meghan and Harry went on to join members of the Invictus Games community on a boat ride around Sydney Harbor.

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Beachside

The Duchess will then head into the city to attend the Her Best Life retreat as the event’s guest speaker.

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Their trip to Australia will conclude on Friday evening with an appearance at a rugby game between the New South Wales Waratahs and Moana Pasifika.

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Meghan was enthusiastically greeted by a local dog at Bondi Beach.

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Sight-seeing

The Duke and Duchess were greeted by hordes of supporters as they arrived at the Sydney Opera House, located on the city’s stunning harbor. The mother of two laughed as she received a special gift in the form of black flip-flops emblazoned with the words “G’Day Megs”.

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Harry received his own pair, which read: “G’Day Hazza”.

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The four-year-old, Charlotte, is the daughter of veteran Joel Vanderzwan, who gifted the flip-flops to Meghan and Harry.

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Harry shared a sweet moment with a young girl as he twirled her around, and Meghan watched on in delight.

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Meghan mentioned to Charlotte that her husband was “very good at twirling”, prompting the adorable moment with Harry.

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The mother of two sported a stylish brown handbag during the outing, which paired perfectly with her navy button-up.

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The duo enjoyed the Sydney sunshine on Friday morning.

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Setting sail

They then set sail on Sydney Harbor with members of the Invictus Australia crew.

Harry founded the Invictus Games, a multi-sport event for wounded, sick or injured armed forces personnel and veterans, in 2014.

Harry was inspired to launch the Invictus Games after seeing the British team compete at the US Warrior Games in 2012.

Michael Hartung, chief executive of Invictus Australia, said: “Having the Duke and Duchess return to Sydney Harbour, where sailing first joined the Invictus movement, is a full-circle moment.”

“It’s a chance to show that Invictus in Australia isn’t just a biannual event – it’s a daily, grassroots movement. By the end of 2026, we will have supported over 30,000 veterans and their families through community-based sport.”

Greeting the crowd

The next stop for the royal couple was the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia.

They greeted thousands of supporters after their harbor ride, including a furry friend that took a liking to Harry.

Meghan and Harry also graciously took selfies with well-wishers.

One longtime supporter, Michelle Haywood, was able to give a 2015 photo of Harry with her late mother, Daphne Dunne, to the prince. Daphne passed away in 2019, aged 99, and was remembered by both Meghan and Harry as they reminisced with Michelle.

“Thank you for bringing so much joy to my mum,” read Michelle’s note under the photo. “Wishing you much happiness.”

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: HARRY AND MEGHAN’S EMOTIONAL FINAL DAY IN AUSTRALIA