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Sky News AU
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Denmark's Princess Isabella could move to Australia after pal Princess Ingrid-Alexandra of Norway confirms Sydney move
Princess Isabella of Denmark is reportedly considering a move to her mother's native Australia just months after another major royal revealed plans to move to Sydney. Isabella, who recently marked her milestone 18th birthday, is the elder daughter of King Frederik and Aussie-born Queen Mary. According to Danish tabloid Billed Bladet, the Princess is reportedly considering moving to Mary's native Australia to study or enjoy a gap year before commencing royal duties and completing military service. 'There may be a possibility that Princess Isabella will follow in her mother's footsteps,' the outlet revealed on Tuesday. Isabella is widely tipped to take on full royal duties in future in support of her parents and later her brother Crown Prince Christian. The Danish Princess knows Australia well and has enjoyed many family holidays in her mother's native Tasmania. Meanwhile, her cousin Count Nikolai of Monpezat studied for a semester at the University of Technology Sydney in 2023. The report comes months after it was confirmed Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra will move to Australia in August to begin a three-year undergraduate degree at the University of Sydney. 'Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra will begin her studies at the University of Sydney in August, enrolling in a Bachelor of Arts program,' the Norwegian Palace said in a press release in May. It is understood Ingrid Alexandra and Isabella are close, with Isabella's father King Frederik serving as Ingrid Alexandra's godfather. Isabella's possible move down under would be only the latest in a long line of international royals who have completed part or all of their education in Australia. Thailand's reigning King Vajiralongkorn spent several years studying in Australia in the 1970s, while King Charles spent two terms at Geelong Grammar School in 1966. The report comes months after Isabella earned high praise in the Danish press after making her first major public speech during her birthday celebrations. Danish publication BT's entertainment editor Fie West praised the young royal for using humour to break the ice during the historic occasion. 'Princess Isabella shows great initiative by starting her very first official speech with a joke,' West said. 'She speaks into something that many Danes remember and have brought a smile to their faces, and it is extremely charming that she displays self-irony.'
West Australian
01-06-2025
- Business
- West Australian
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps tiara for textbooks in move Down Under for university studies
A future Queen is heading down under to pursue tertiary education at the prestigious University of Sydney. When Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra begins her Bachelor of Arts degree in August, ahead of the university's Semester 2, she will call St Andrew's College home. The college, which is one of the university's exclusive student residences, is in Sydney's inner west. It has been home to the likes of former Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, Olympian Rohan Browning and Bondi Vet Dr Chris Brown. The college costs more than $20,000 a semester to board and features a gym, bar, food hall and yoga studio. News of the young royal living on campus was leaked to Daily Mail Australia when students received an email from Dr Daniel Tyler, the principal at St Andrew's College earlier this week. A press release from the Norwegian Palace was issued a short time later. 'She has chosen a three-year degree with a focus on international relations and political economy,' the palace said. 'Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come.' Princess Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and the grandchild of King Harald V who has held the Norwegian throne since 1991. The 21-year-old is second in line to succeed him behind her father. Students at St Andrew's College received an email on Tuesday from Principal Dr Daniel Tyler announcing the royal's arrival, Daily Mail Australia reported. 'Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is moving to Sydney to study an Arts degree at the University of Sydney,' the email read. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. 'We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' The Princess is not the first international royal to travel to Australia to study. Danish Count Nikolai of Monpezat completed a semester of his business degree as part of an exchange program at the University of Technology Sydney in 2023 while pursuing his master's at Copenhagen Business School. It was revealed by The Daily Telegraph earlier this month that Count Nikolai now calls Sydney home, quietly settling in with his long-time girlfriend and model Benedikte Thoustrup. He now has a full time job, and may be one of the elite that Princess Alexandra spends time with during her trip. Other children of wealthy and well-known families who also frequent the Harbour City include Chloe Green, daughter of British retail billionaire Sir Philip Green, Christian Wilkins, son of TV presenter Richard Wilkins, as well as granddaughter of the late media mogul Kerry Packer, Francesca Packer Barham. Brooklyn Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, and Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, daughter of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, are also known to occasionally visit. Sydney has been home to another royal in somewhat recent years. Queen Mary of Denmark was living in Sydney when she met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark at the Slip Inn. The then advertising executive met the future King of Denmark while he was in Sydney to support the Danish sailing team at the 2000 Olympic Games. The two embarked upon a long-distance relationship over the next few months before Mary moved from Australia to Denmark in 2001. After four years of dating, the couple married in 2004. She became the Queen of Denmark upon the abdication of Queen Margrethe II last year.
Perth Now
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Peek inside Princess' life in Sydney
A future Queen is heading down under to pursue tertiary education at the prestigious University of Sydney. When Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra begins her Bachelor of Arts degree in August, ahead of the university's Semester 2, she will call St Andrew's College home. The college, which is one of the university's exclusive student residences, is in Sydney's inner west. It has been home to the likes of former Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, Olympian Rohan Browning and Bondi Vet Dr Chris Brown. The college costs more than $20,000 a semester to board and features a gym, bar, food hall and yoga studio. News of the young royal living on campus was leaked to Daily Mail Australia when students received an email from Dr Daniel Tyler, the principal at St Andrew's College earlier this week. A press release from the Norwegian Palace was issued a short time later. 'She has chosen a three-year degree with a focus on international relations and political economy,' the palace said. 'Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come.' Princess Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, and the grandchild of King Harald V who has held the Norwegian throne since 1991. The 21-year-old is second in line to succeed him behind her father. Students at St Andrew's College received an email on Tuesday from Principal Dr Daniel Tyler announcing the royal's arrival, Daily Mail Australia reported. 'Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is moving to Sydney to study an Arts degree at the University of Sydney,' the email read. She will be living in an exclusive student residence on campus at St Andrews College, with Principal Dr Daniel Tyler sending out an email announcing the news to students on Tuesday. Justin Lloyd. Credit: News Corp Australia 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. 'We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' The Princess is not the first international royal to travel to Australia to study. Danish Count Nikolai of Monpezat completed a semester of his business degree as part of an exchange program at the University of Technology Sydney in 2023 while pursuing his master's at Copenhagen Business School. It was revealed by The Daily Telegraph earlier this month that Count Nikolai now calls Sydney home, quietly settling in with his long-time girlfriend and model Benedikte Thoustrup. He now has a full time job, and may be one of the elite that Princess Alexandra spends time with during her trip. Other children of wealthy and well-known families who also frequent the Harbour City include Chloe Green, daughter of British retail billionaire Sir Philip Green, Christian Wilkins, son of TV presenter Richard Wilkins, as well as granddaughter of the late media mogul Kerry Packer, Francesca Packer Barham. Brooklyn Beckham, son of David and Victoria Beckham, and Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, daughter of Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, are also known to occasionally visit. Sydney has been home to another royal in somewhat recent years. Queen Mary of Denmark was living in Sydney when she met Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark at the Slip Inn. The then advertising executive met the future King of Denmark while he was in Sydney to support the Danish sailing team at the 2000 Olympic Games. The two embarked upon a long-distance relationship over the next few months before Mary moved from Australia to Denmark in 2001. After four years of dating, the couple married in 2004. She became the Queen of Denmark upon the abdication of Queen Margrethe II last year.
India Today
29-05-2025
- Business
- India Today
Norway's princess takes break from royal duties to pursue college abroad
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is set to begin her university education in Australia. The 21-year-old royal will pursue a degree in social sciences at the University of Sydney starting this a notable step towards personal growth, Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra will pause her royal duties to pursue higher education full-time. The 21-year-old royal, second in line to the Norwegian throne, is set to begin a bachelor's degree in social sciences at the University of Sydney this August. Photo credit: AP advertisementAccording to an official statement from the Royal House of Norway, the Princess is eager to focus on her studies in the coming years. During her time in Australia, she will live in student accommodation on campus, immersing herself fully in university life. The University of Sydney has warmly welcomed her decision. Kirsten Andrews, Vice-President of the university, expressed enthusiasm, stating, 'We're thrilled that the Princess has chosen our institution and are confident she'll enjoy everything Sydney has to offer.'Born and raised in Oslo, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and the granddaughter of King Harald V. She recently completed 15 months of military training, serving as an engineer soldier and her mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, also spent time in Australia during her youth, attending Wangaratta High School in Victoria for a year.
NDTV
29-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Pics: Who Is Ingrid Alexandra, Norwegian Princess Who Moved To Australia
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway, 21, is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. She is second in line to the Norwegian throne after her father and is expected to become the next monarch. The 21-year-old Princess of Norway has now made a big move and relocated from her royal home to Australia for higher education. The Princess of Norway was born and raised in Oslo and recently completed 15 months of military service as an engineer soldier and rifleman. During her school days, her mother spent a year with her at Wangaratta High School in Victoria.
