Prince Philip waves as he takes part in the transfer of the Colonel-in-Chief of The Rifles at Windsor castle in July last year. Photo: GettyJacinda Ardern has this morning described the death of Prince Philip as a "hugely significant loss for New Zealand" and announced a memorial to be held here after his UK funeral. "It is fair to say, it will be a hugely significant loss for New Zealand, and those organisations that were supported by Prince Philip," she said. "Prince Philip will be fondly remembered for the encouragement he gave to so many young New Zealanders through The Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Award. "On behalf of the people of New Zealand, I convey our deepest condolences on the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 10, 2021 00:45 UTC