Prince Harry (left) and his wife Meghan Markle (right) stunned the monarchy by announcing they were quitting royal duties and moving to the United States in early 2020
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned to Australia.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have returned to the country for the first-time since their 2018 tour when they were still active members of the royal family.

Prince Harry and Meghan Visit a Children's Hospital

According to a report by ABC News, Prince Harry and Meghan kicked off their Australian tour with a visit to the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.

Many of those who were gathered in the hospital to meet the couple were able to shake hands with Prince Harry. Others were able to get a hug from the Duchess of Sussex.

The Sussexes will reportedly stay in Melbourne for a total of three days.

Many of the children who met the couple have shared their experience. According to 9News, a young patient said that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex "were really friendly."

Sussexes Meet With Veteran Families

Aside from meeting with patients of the Royal Children's Family, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle also took time to meet with veteran families to end their first day.

According to PEOPLE, the couple met with families at the Australian National Veterans' Art Museum.

They joined a pottery class where Prince Harry reportedly created a one-winged bird, while his wife made a clay ostrich.

Prince Harry had described his work as a "one-winged kookaburra, it's very rare."