Politics

Six years after her husband Bob Hawke's death and a major health scare, Blanche is ready to live life again.

Here's what you need to know about the childcare entrepreneur.

The former foreign minister knows how to nail the style stakes.

''You get your happiness and joy in life from your family.''

Following the passing of her father the media personality has been inspired to ''help finish what he started''.

''With hearty and humble affection we promise him faith and faithfulness.''

We've explained everything.

The Australian Labor Party has committed to the statement in full.

''To the short-sighted hateful bigot, hope the door hit you on the way out.''

''It appeared accidental.''

''She was a wonderful, beautiful, and amazing woman.''

The couple ended their 30 year relationship in January 2019.

There have been multiple affair allegations.

''We cannot afford to lose momentum for change.''

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The nation has decided who will lead.

How do they shape up?

''I learned that I'm so much more comfortable with who I am than I think.''

She will be running for State Parliament.

By the side of Australia's most powerful man is an incredibly inspiring woman.

The man who could become our next Prime Minister was a looker back in the day.

There's more than one way you can be empowered and use your voice.

The opposition leader opens up about his romance and shares stories from childhood that helped shape him.

A powerful coalition of women is making equality a talking point in the lead-up to the next federal election.

This is ScoMo as you've never seen him before.

She's not backing down despite the media storm.

''If you're willing to speak the truth, sometimes it actually can make a world of difference.''

She called paid parental leave a "humanitarian issue".

Let's clear this up.

The couple have been together for 46 years.

And sparked a cult-like following

''Not all of us can plan how our life turns out.''

It may not be an easy watch, but it’s an important one.

This year marks a galvanising moment for Aussie women.

“It was really affecting my mental health.”

The Living Room host wants to make his mark for his kids.

The Weekly talks to the Premier about her personal and professional challenges and how she's stronger because of it.

She’s been dragged back to a five-day working week on Sunrise, but co-host Samantha Armytage still has insiders convinced a shock exit from Seven could be on the cards.

The New South Wales Premier shared the information with the Independent Commission Against Corruption on Monday.

Battling cystic fibrosis most of her life Alex knew it was her turn to help others

From her fog of grief in the year since Bob Hawke died, his daughter Sue Pieters-Hawke has rediscovered the man she adored and forged a deeper bond with step-mum Blanche.

As Australian stars Cate Blanchett and Rose Byrne go head to head in the brilliant drama Mrs America, we investigate the real women who inspired this sizzling feminist versus housewife battle for equal rights in the US.

Party up the top, pyjamas down the bottom - this is a style of dressing we can fully embrace!

It's a joke and the government doesn't seem to care.

Yet another display for the books.

The relationship between the two leaders holds significant historical importance.

''As women Members of Parliament from all backgrounds, we stand with you in saying it cannot be allowed to go unchallenged.''

Margaret Simons goes behind Penny Wong's cool-headedness to reveal the magic of motherhood and private grief of one of our most admired politicians.

Same Melania, same.

The former National Party leader had a long battle with cancer.

Oh dear.

The Internet is a funny place.

And it's not by donating money.

Meet Tanya Pilbersek's family

Well, she is a fan of horses after all.

Seeing double? Us too.

The first female premier of NSW Kristina Keneally tells Samantha Trenoweth about the personal tragedy that’s become a public inquiry.

They look good in red, that's for sure.

Abbott has held that seat for 25 years - until now.

The former PM has left a heartbreaking void.

The reformist Prime Minister, union leader, larrikin Australian, silver bodgie and champion beer-sculler has died at the age of 89.

Regardless of who you're voting for, these dishes are all winners.

The former journalist has found herself at the centre of one of Australia's biggest political scandals.

The influential politician and her long term partner have a big reason to celebrate!

Politics and romance doesn't sound like the typical rom-com pairing does it? Read on to see if Long Shot makes that combination work.

Years before Chloe, there was Debbie.

Whether she's rocking a cotton shirt or a ballgown, she always looks incredible.

The ever-stylish politician has made her biggest fashion statement yet for a worthy cause.

Here's what families can expect to go in their favour in the Morrison Government budget …

Australia’s former Second Lady is preparing to compete in her first bodybuilding competition – after rebuilding her body and life.

The former foreign minister will not recontest her seat at the upcoming federal election.

A year ago, Jacinda Ardern was making headlines as New Zealand’s new Prime Minister. She was also newly pregnant. Now, a year into her job running the country while also becoming a first-time mum, she talks to Emma Clifton about making history, finding life balance and her gratitude for others support.

The former Nationals leader let slip the big news with plenty of details - including their front-runner name!

The former politician was put to the ultimate test.

Julia Banks is the Liberal MP who sensationally crossed the floor to stand as an independent. Now she explains why to The Weekly.

She's the maverick independent who won Malcolm Turnbull's seat of Wentworth, destabilising parliament. As her pivotal role is thrust into spotlight, the 60-year-old grandma speaks to The Weekly.

This doctor has replaced Malcolm Turnbull and in turn, made history.

NSW is now the only Australian state where abortion is still considered a crime.

Currently only those willing to pay for it can access preschool for their three-year-olds.

In a candid, personal interview Julie Bishop shares with The Weekly her halcyon country childhood and the pain of losing her mother.

Julie Bishop may not be our next Prime Minister, but she's also not going anywhere anytime soon! How much do you really know about the Minister for Foreign Affairs?

In a rare and candid exclusive, The Weekly’s Juliet Rieden goes on the road with Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie Bishop.

The former Deputy Prime Minister still has more to say...

His campaign to be the next Bachelor was unsuccessful... But maybe he's cracked his next venture!

It’s 2018 and about time we talked about the tax only half the population have to pay.

Natalie Joyce details the lengths Vikki Campion would go to ensure her relationship with the married politician succeeded.

“We’re not placing any great expectations on this little baby except for happiness and love.”

And what a gorgeous little bundle she is!

Confronted by her husband’s affair, Natalie Joyce fought hard for her marriage and family, but was no match for the cool determination of the woman who would take everything from her.

The Woman's Day team remove the filter behind the juiciest stories of the week.

Sunday Night was slammed by viewers for failing to ask the controversial couple the "important" questions.

The most talked about relationship in Australia debunked by our body language expert.

He's Australia's most talked-about baby... And he's just beautiful.

Barnaby Joyce’s estranged wife Natalie Joyce was offered even more than the mother of his lovechild to appear on TV and dish the dirt.

The soap opera that is the relationship of Barnaby Joyce and his former staffer Vikki Campion continues as the couple sit down for their first TV interview together.

He cheated on his wife, abandoned his family and publicly questioned the paternity of his partner's unborn baby -- Barnaby Joyce is the man you warn your friends about.

At just 26, Natasha Stott Despoja strode into Parliament House in her Doc Martens boots with a head full of idealism. By the time she left, Natasha was the youngest-ever leader of a political party.

The little boy was welcomed into the world just three weeks ago.

Despite admitting the identity of the baby's biological father was "a grey area", Mr Joyce will raise Vikki Campion's son as his own.

And by wild, we mean WILD.