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ANNOUNCEMENT: HRH The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex KG GCVO to tour Australia in support of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award

April 5, 2018

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HRH The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex KG GCVO is visiting Australia as part of a year long program of engagements aimed at generating support for The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Through a combination of Award events, Real Tennis tournaments and fundraising activity, HRH The Earl of Wessex will enable a new generation of young people to start their Award journey in the UK and abroad.

We hope he enjoys his time in Australia!

 

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