Bruce Hawker (born 18 August 1955) is an Australian political strategist, commentator and chairman of Campaigns & Communications Group, which he founded in January 2011.

When asked to comment about Hawker's resignation, Bob Carr joked, "After all, nine years is a long time to spend in a political office.

[10][11] In June 2013, Hawker was appointed Prime Minister Rudd's political adviser, a position he held until the Government's defeat in the 2013 federal election in September 2013.

[5] News Corp Australia hired political editor Col Allan from New York specifically for election-related coverage.

Hawker is a regular contributor to the media, writing opinion pieces and editorials for The Sydney Morning Herald and frequently appearing in interviews on Sky News and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.