Australia's PM Albanese weds partner Jodie Haydon in Canberra
Australia's PM Albanese weds partner Jodie Haydon in Canberra
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marries long-time partner Jodie Haydon in a private Canberra ceremony, making him the first sitting Australian PM to wed in office.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has married his long-time partner, Jodie Haydon, in a quiet Canberra ceremony at The Lodge, becoming the first sitting Australian PM to wed in office. Albanese, 62, confirmed the news himself by sharing a short video on X with the caption 'Married'. In a joint statement, the couple said they were 'absolutely delighted to share our love and commitment to spending our future lives together, in front of our family and closest friends.' The ceremony was private, with only close family, a few friends and select cabinet colleagues in attendance. So who exactly is Jodie Haydon, and how did her relationship with Albanese begin? Born in 1979, she spent her early years in Bankstown, grew up near her grandparents in Avoca, and later moved to Sydney. Haydon has long been viewed as a 'powerhouse in her own right' and built a two-decade career in the superannuation field, working with major financial institutions and industry funds. She is currently head of strategic partnerships at Teachers Mutual Bank. The couple’s milestone comes as a historic moment for the country, reflecting a blend of public service and private life.
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