Spouse or partner of the prime minister of Australia
| Spouse or partner of the Prime Minister of Australia | |
|---|---|
since 23 May 2022 | |
| Residence | The Lodge (primary) Kirribilli House (secondary) |
| Inaugural holder | Jane Barton |
| Formation | 1 January 1901 |
The spouse or partner of the prime minister of Australia is the host of The Lodge and Kirribilli House, usually the wife, husband, or partner of the prime minister of Australia, concurrent with the tenure of the prime minister. Although there are no officially defined responsibilities for the role, the incumbent is generally a high-profile individual who is involved in the political and social life of Australia, assisting the prime minister with carrying out ceremonial duties as well as performing various other functions.
The spouse of prime minister Anthony Albanese is Jodie Haydon.