BREAKING: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made history by marrying Jodie Haydon at The Lodge, marking the first marriage of a sitting prime minister in Australia. The intimate ceremony took place on October 14, 2023, with approximately 60 guests in attendance.
This momentous occasion not only highlights a personal milestone for Albanese but also introduces Australia to its new “first lady.” Haydon, 46, has built a significant career in the superannuation industry and serves as the head of strategic partnerships at Teachers Mutual Bank. Her extensive background includes advocacy work for the NSW Public Service Association and a strong commitment to women’s issues.
Originally from Bankstown, Haydon grew up on the NSW Central Coast, the daughter of schoolteachers who have been lifelong supporters of the Labor Party. The couple’s love story began in late 2019 during a national union conference in Melbourne, where Haydon famously called out “up the Rabbitohs” while Albanese was a keynote speaker. This shared passion for the South Sydney Rabbitohs sparked their connection.
After their initial meeting, Haydon and Albanese kept their relationship under wraps throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, only publicly revealing their romance later. Albanese expressed his gratitude for finding love again, referring to himself as “lucky” during a recent interview with 2Day FM.
The lovebirds took their relationship to the next level when Albanese proposed to Haydon at their home, The Lodge, on February 14, 2024, following a romantic dinner at Italian and Sons in Canberra. Their quiet nuptials at The Lodge are now part of Australian history, further solidifying Haydon’s role as a prominent figure alongside the Prime Minister.
Haydon has been a steadfast companion to Albanese during significant political events, accompanying him during the 2022 and 2025 federal election campaigns and joining him on official visits to global cities including Dubai, Paris, New York, and London.
As the couple embarks on this new chapter, Australians are eager to see how Haydon will shape her role as first lady and contribute to the nation. This wedding not only marks a personal celebration but also an opportunity for renewed public engagement in the Prime Minister’s office.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story and the couple’s future endeavors.
