There’s a reason Australians have trusted Noni Hazlehurst for nearly five decades — whether she was welcoming preschoolers on Play School or commanding the screen in dramas like A Place to Call Home, she has moved between roles with a rare kind of authenticity. This article traces her life from Melbourne to Brisbane and sorts fact from speculation about her career, home, and personal life.

Born: 17 August 1953, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ·
Occupation: Actress, director, writer, presenter, broadcaster ·
Years active: 1975–present ·
Notable works: Candy (2006), Little Fish (2005), A Place to Call Home ·
Awards: Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Current relationship status – not publicly confirmed
  • Whether she plays the piano – unverified claim
  • exact details of her Brisbane waterfront home address