
Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1969$0.1MC
ACTU President
Becomes President of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, gaining prominence.
1983$1M+900%A
Becomes Prime Minister
Leads the Labor Party to victory and becomes Prime Minister of Australia.
1991$5M+400%B
Leaves Office
Leaves office after a successful period as Prime Minister, implementing economic reforms.
2019$8M+60%B
Death in Sydney
Hawke dies in Sydney.
2026$8MB
Remembered as Reformer
Remembered for his significant economic and social reforms during his time as Prime Minister.
Last updated: February 25, 2026