Dominic Perrottet is the 46th premier of New South Wales, and while it’s a career-defining achievement for the politician, it doesn’t quite rival the demands of his home life.
That’s because the 40-year-old is a father of a substantial seven children!
Dom and his wife Helen are parents to daughters Charlotte, Amelia, Annabelle, Harriet, Beatrice, and Celeste, along with son William.
And as we enter into a NSW State election, the interest into Dom’s big clan is at an all time high.
Whilst having seven kids may seem like a big deal for the average person, the premier is used to the large brood dynamic as he comes from a family of 12.
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During the devout Catholic’s first day in the big office, a reporter asked how he intends to juggle family life and his duties as premier.
“I think what I might lose in time, I gain in perspective. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses, and I am no different to that, but one thing I do know is that I have a very strong team around me,” he replied to the reporter.
“I have a strong family, and I have a strong ministerial team who will ensure that our focus is on the people of NSW. Yes, I have family commitments, but that should not disqualify one from the job.”
“Our family photo wall is going to need another frame!”
(Image: Instagram)In 2019, Dom also spoke to Good Weekend magazine about his values.
“It’s challenging to balance work and family life and make sure that when you’re home, you’re home, not somewhere else,” he said. “It’s something [father, John] instilled in me: you get your happiness and joy in life from your family.”
Besides a clear love of big families, Dom and his wife Helen share a passion for the law.
Before becoming a politician, he was a lawyer, and Helen worked as an Australian Federal Police officer and then became a solicitor.
It’s safe to assume that the Perrottets have a lot of hats they must wear during the day, but considering their success, they must be doing something right.
Take a glimpse inside the political families busy and incredible life below.
With mum Helen feeling under the weather, Beatrice joined her dad at work.
Beatrice made the leap into pre school in February 2023, her proud daddy taking to his Instagram to celebrate the milestone: ”Was a big morning for Beatrice as she started pre school. Couldn’t be more proud!”
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Dom and his wife announced the birth of their sixth daughter on March 17 2022. The proud dad posted a photo with the new bub on Instagram from the hospital, and in his caption, he gushed, “Here she is! Helen and I are absolutely thrilled to welcome our beautiful baby girl, Celeste Grace Perrottet, born last night. Both Mum and baby are doing well.
“She’s looking forward to being kissed and cuddled, fought over and cherished by her big brother and sisters.
“Special thanks to the incredible midwives who were with us every step of the way.”
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As part of the announcement confirming the family’s seventh baby is on the way, Dom posted this picture of his only son William celebrating the news.
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The father and son were exploring nature together on a rainy day.
Dom captioned this picture, “Staying dry is almost impossible in this weather. #Adventureday with our little backyard creek flowing again.”
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The Perrottet family love their Christmas trees authentically cut.
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For Father’s Day he captioned this adorable picture, “It’s great being a dad every day of the year, but today is extra special. Happy Father’s Day to all the dads everywhere.”
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Dom’s kids love to sit beside him as he works.
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There is a lot of multitasking in this politician’s life.
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“Beatrice helping me go over the numbers on a wet Saturday morning of budget prep📝,” Dom joked.
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Who is really running the show in Dom’s office?
“Two days ’til the NSW Budget. Couldn’t do it without a great team around me,” he wrote.
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Christmas at the Perrottets’ includes milo, milk, and carrots for Santa.
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Easter’s just as much of an occasion as Christmas. “Chockies and chooks – Easter is off to a cracking start. Wishing everyone a happy Easter today #egghunt #sugarhigh #confusedchicken,” shard Dom.
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William and Dom had some father/son time at the football.
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“If only every harvest was easy as this one. Our $12.5m support package to help farmers get the workers they need will ensure the kids at the Easter Show aren’t the only ones getting their hands dirty,” Dom captioned this Easter Show moment with his daughter.
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The Perrottets are alright! And they have more adventures ahead of them now their dad is the premier of NSW.
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