My Own Life

Hazel Hawke’s My Own Life is a candid, thoughtful and deeply human memoir from one of Australia’s most respected public figures. With warmth, clarity and quiet strength, Hawke reflects on her childhood, her years as the partner of a Prime Minister, and her own identity beyond the political spotlight. She writes openly about motherhood, music, social advocacy and the personal challenges that shaped her life, offering readers an intimate look at the woman behind the public role.

Honest without bitterness, reflective without self‑pity, My Own Life is a story of resilience, compassion and the determination to live with purpose — a compelling read for anyone interested in Australian social history, personal memoirs or the life of a remarkable woman.