A State Memorial in Wellington to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest reigning monarch in British history, has begun. The service is being held during a national day of mourning and began at 2pm in Wellington Cathedral of St Paul. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro walking past a plaque for Queen Elizabeth II, as they arrived at New Zealand's State Memorial. The armeds services Parade of the Queen's Colours during the Queen's State Memorial Service at Wellington Cathedral of St Paul. Members of the public watching the Queen's State Memorial Service on the screens on Parliament Grounds in Wellington.

Source: New Zealand Herald September 26, 2022 22:57 UTC