Amanda Gutwein is the wife of Tasmania premier Peter Gutwein, who is also known as Tassie’s first lady. Learn more about her.
Rumors have it that the premier’s biggest fan is his wife Amanda who has supported him in his every decision. Sadly, the politician, age 57, is hospitalized with an unknown disease.
Meet Peter Gutwein’s wife Amanda Gutwein
Besides being the wife of Peter Gutwein, Amanda Gutwein is also a successful businesswoman and mother of two children.
Her full name is Amanda Gutwein Burke. She runs a lifestyle shop named Inside Home and Gifts that sell Tasmanian handmade products.
Her contributions are not any less than her spouse, and she has fulfilled the duty as the first lady. “A rolling stone gathers no moss,” she once said, quoting an old proverb passed down by her father.
She has demonstrated that she lives up to the same sentiment by supporting her husband in successfully resolving Tasmania’s worst economic and health challenge in generations.
She immensely supports her partner and admires his work ethic. She also mentioned that, in addition to being a responsible premier, he is a wonderful husband and father.
Likewise, the politician appreciates her help tremendously. On Mother’s Day, he wrote on Facebook about how grateful he is to have her by his side. They sure keep on giving inspiring couple goals.
Who is Peter Gutwein’s Family and Kids?
Gutwein has a happy family of four. He and his wife are the parents of two kids- a son named Finn and a daughter named Millie. They live in the heart of Bass, a place name Launceston.
He was born to a British mother and a father who arrived in Britain from post-war Central Europe. He was the oldest among six siblings. Their family moved to Australia when he was 5 years old. When he reached the age of 16, he obtained Australian citizenship.
From a mere migrant to the premier of one of the Australian State, he had come a long way to stand where he is.
He contracted with an illness- Is He Dead?
Recently, the news about Gutwein’s sickness has covered the news headlines and social media. He is said to have been admitted to the hospital after falling sick during work.
Tasmanian Premier’s office has released a statement stating that he is currently undergoing several tests which, however, has not identified any severe illness and has to rest few days to recover. Till then, his responsibilities will be overlooked by acting premier Jeremy Rockliff.