Jacinda Ardern Relocates to Australia, Leaving New Zealand Leadership
Dame Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, is officially relocating to Australia. Reports surfaced from an Australian real estate site that she has been searching for a home in Sydney’s northern beaches.
Details of the Move
According to realestate.com.au, Dame Jacinda and her husband, Clarke Gayford, have been spotted looking at properties in the suburbs of Curl Curl and Freshwater. The median price for homes in Curl Curl is approximately $4.1 million, which reflects a 6 percent increase over the past year. In Freshwater, homes have a median price of around $3.9 million.
Family Dynamics and Future Plans
A spokesperson for Dame Jacinda stated that her family has been traveling for several years. They are currently basing themselves out of Australia due to work commitments, which also allows for increased family time back in New Zealand.
- Dame Jacinda Ardern
- Clarke Gayford (husband)
- Neve Gayford (daughter, age 7)
Previous Engagements in the United States
Prior to moving, the family resided in the United States, where Dame Jacinda worked at Harvard University. She also serves as a trustee for Prince William’s Earthshot Prize.
Upcoming Roles and Projects
In March 2025, Dame Jacinda is set to join the Blavatnik School of Government at Oxford University as a Distinguished Fellow. Her recent work includes the publication of her memoir, *A Different Kind of Power*, and a children’s book titled *Mum’s Busy Work*.
