WHO IS JULIE BISHOP?
* Born July 17, 1956 in Lobethal, South Australia
* Elected as the federal member for Curtin in 1998
* First appointed to the frontbench by John Howard in 2003 when made minister for ageing.
* Education, Science and Training Minister (2006-2007)
* Foreign Affairs Minister 2013-1018
* Deputy Liberal leader since November 29, 2007, serving alongside Brendan Nelson, Malcolm Turnbull, Tony Abbott and Malcolm Turnbull
* Deputy Opposition Leader 2007-2013
* Holds the very safe Perth-based seat of Curtin with a margin of 18.2 per cent.
* Divorced, but in long term relationship with David Panton. No children
* Known for her sharp style, steely stare and fitness, taking daily runs even when travelling overseas
* Also renowned as a great campaigner and fundraiser within the Liberal party
* Well-regarded on the world stage and took a major role after the MH17 atrocity
* Studied law at Adelaide University
* Graduate of the advanced management program at Harvard Business School
* Managing partner at Clayton Utz law firm in Perth, 1994-98 until her election to parliament.
