Laurie Oakes, a prominent Australian journalist, was born on August 14, 1943, in New South Wales. He is the son of Hazel and Wes Oakes. Oakes pursued his higher education at the University of Sydney, where he studied while gaining practical journalism experience with the Sydney Daily Mirror.
At the age of 25, Oakes was appointed the Canberra Bureau Chief for the Melbourne Sun, marking a significant early milestone in his journalism career. Throughout his time in Canberra, he became a key figure in Australian political journalism, covering elections and major political developments from the Canberra Press Gallery. His commentary and reporting appeared across various media formats, including print, radio, and television.
During the 1970s, he began contributing political analyses for the television program Willesee at Seven. With his sharp insights and deep political connections, Oakes emerged as one of the most influential voices in Australian media. He remained active in the political sphere until his retirement in 2017.
| Profession: | Australian journalist |
| Date of Birth: | August 14, 1943 (age 75 years) |
| Nationality: | Australian |
| Ethnicity: | White |
| T.V. Show(s): | Sunday |
| Birth Place: | Newcastle, Australia |
| Education: | University of Sydney |
| Awards: | Logie Awards Hall of Fame |
| Net Worth 2021: | 3 million |
