Edwina Bartholomew

Edwina Bartholomew is an Australian journalist and television presenter known for her extensive career with the Seven Network, including roles on “Sunrise” and “Dancing with the Stars.” After winning a competitive ‘Sunrise’ Intern competition, Edwina Bartholomew began her extensive career with the Seven Network, following the completion of her journalism degree at Charles Sturt University and a Master of International Studies at Sydney University in 2006. She quickly advanced from production roles to reporting, gaining early experience as a reporter on 2GB and covering the Beijing Olympics for the Seven Network. Bartholomew then transitioned to reporting for ‘Seven News’ before becoming ‘Sunrise’s’ Sydney correspondent in 2011, a role during which she also contributed compelling stories to ‘Sunday Night.’ Her career with ‘Sunrise’ continued its upward trajectory in July 2013 when she was appointed as the program’s weather presenter. That same year, in September 2013, Bartholomew was named co-host of ‘Dancing with the Stars,’ further showcasing her versatility.

Throughout her distinguished career, Bartholomew has provided comprehensive coverage of major global and national events, including the Christchurch earthquake, Brisbane floods, and the Vanuatu cyclone. She has conducted high-profile interviews with figures such as Xanana Gusmao, Al Gore, Andre Agassi, Coldplay, Charlize Theron, Chris Hemsworth, and Hugh Jackman, undertaking extensive reporting travel across Peru, Canada, America, Mexico, Dubai, Spain, East Timor, the Solomon Islands, and New Zealand, in addition to completing a 40,000km ‘Lap of the Map’ across Australia. In July 2024, Edwina Bartholomew publicly committed to her role as an ambassador for Cure Cancer, an organization she proudly supports, demonstrating her dedication to advocacy and public health initiatives. Her ongoing work continues to solidify her position as a leading and influential figure in Australian media.