The annual Midwinter Ball, hosted by the federal parliamentary press gallery, brought together politicians from across the spectrum and corporate leaders for Canberra's most glamorous political event. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended with his wife Jodie Haydon, while Opposition Leader Angus Taylor arrived with his wife Louise Clegg.
Key political figures at the event
Treasurer Jim Chalmers was accompanied by his wife Laura, and Health Minister Mark Butler attended with his wife Daniela Ritorto. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek arrived with her husband Michael Coutts-Trotter, and Labor MP Josh Burns brought his wife Georgie Purcell.
Cross-party attendance
Independent MPs including Allegra Spender, Kate Chaney, Monique Ryan, Sophie Scamps, Nicolette Boele, and Zali Steggall were seen together. Liberal Deputy Leader Jane Hume, Shadow Health Minister Anne Ruston, and Liberal MP Angie Bell also attended.
Media and corporate presence
Seven News political editor Mark Riley and his wife Suzanne Mostyn were among the media figures present. ABC chair Kim Williams attended with Lisa Caffery. Corporate Australia was also well represented, though specific names were not disclosed.
Senators and ministers
Labor senators Sue Lines, Jenny McAllister, Jana Stewart, Ellie Whiteaker, Nita Green, Dorinda Cox, and Charlotte Walker attended together. Attorney General Michelle Rowland arrived with her husband Michael Chaaya, and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher brought her daughter Evie. Small Business Minister Anne Aly also attended.
