What happens when the British monarch dies is planned years in advance.

Queen's first visit to New Zealand was heralded with a harbourside artillery salute

Queen Elizabeth II has died aged 96 and tributes are flowing in for the longest-reigning monarch. Video / NZ Herald

First Edition with Kate Hawsby breaks the news that Queen Elizabeth II has died. Video / Newstalk ZB

Queen Elizabeth's family has rushed to her side.

Buckingham Palace said Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision as doctors are “concerned for Her Majesty’s health.” The announcement comes a day after the 96-year-old monarch cancelled a meeting of her Privy Council and was told to rest. Video / AP

Prince George looked a little pensive as the headteacher greeted him, while Charlotte held her father's hand tightly as they walked up the steps into the entrance together. Video / PA via AP

The brothers are staying less than 1km apart as Harry visits the UK but will not connect.

New images taken contain a very sad truth about the Queen.

The Cambridges have kept their heads down and kept their dignity, writes Celia Walden.

A royal biographer has claimed William will not talk to Harry during his visit to the UK.

Emily Maitlis told Times magazine the "chatty" prince was happy with the interview.

Prince Harry and Meghan will attend two youth charity events under strict security.

OPINION: Markle's first magazine interview since 2017 delivered a startling warning.

Thomas Markle is upset over remarks his daughter made in an interview.

The Duke of Sussex will 'deliver remarks' at event without talking to journalists.

Meghan's claim exposes a wider problem with it comes to celebrities.

OPINION: The Queen's absence raises a shocking question.

A Lion King cast member says Meghan Markle must be 'mis-remembering' events.

Rumours about the diary have circled for years but it's existence was confirmed this week.

A royal expert believes the couple are simply ignoring advice from their team.

The Duchess is giving increasingly outspoken interviews, but has the media lost interest?

Diana always made a statement with her outfits and it remains a key part of her legacy.

OPINION: The real reason remains simple yet complicated at the same time.

The comment left the duchess "squirming" in her chair.

The media image of Diana was often idealised.

A grandson stated marrying "a white prince" was not the same as his grandfather's freedom.

The comments were made in her interview with The Cut.

Wednesday marks the 25th anniversary of the tragic death of Diana, Princess of Wales. Video / Getty Images

The tennis pro revealed she consulted her royal friends before calling time on the court.