At 87, beloved former PM Bob Hawke reflects on a colourful life.
Derek Rielly is a journalist born in Perth and based in Sydney. He
is the son of a pro wrestler father and diplomat mother and the
co-founder of Stab magazine. Derek worked as a blackjack dealer and
bartender before becoming a full-time writer. Wednesdays with Bob
is his first book.
Bob Hawke is the 23rd prime minister of Australia. Born in
Bordertown, SA, he joined the Labor Party in 1947 and became leader
in 1983 after a decade as ACTU president. As Prime Minister
1983-91, Hawke won four elections, becoming the longest serving
Labor PM in history. At 87, Bob is Australia's oldest living prime
minister - and still its most popular.
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