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Prince Edward kicks off Australian tour

Prince Edward has been welcomed by NSW Premier Mike Baird as he kicks off his five-day Australian tour.

Premier Mike Baird, (L) and Prince Edward, (R)
Prince Edward was welcomed by NSW Premier Mike Baird as he kicks off his five-day Australian tour. (AAP)

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Prince Edward is in Australia for a five-day tour.

He started off his trip in Sydney on Monday with a visit to NSW Parliament and was welcomed by Premier Mike Baird during a special reception.

The Earl of Wessex is in the country to commemorate Australia's more than 50-year participation in the The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.

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