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Bob Hawke reveals 'terrible health' - The Sydney Morning Herald

Former prime minister Bob Hawke is reportedly confident Labor will win the upcoming federal election but doesn't think he'll be around to see it happen because of his poor health.

The former Labor leader said his health had been "terrible" and that he's "had his time", News Corp Australia reported on Saturday.

Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke in Sydney earlier this year.

Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke in Sydney earlier this year.Credit:AAP

When the 89-year-old was asked what his plans were for the new year, he told News Corp: "I've had my time, just stick around for a little while."

Speaking at Queensland's Woodford Folk Festival - which he has attended for 10 consecutive years - Mr Hawke said he thought this would be his last one.

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But, he's confident Labor will win in the federal election.

"I think they'll [Labor] do pretty well [in Queensland]," he told News Corp.

"I think he'll [Opposition Leader Bill Shorten] do well."

Mr Hawke was earlier this year rushed to Sydney's Royal North Shore Hospital after a case of "the wobbles".

He served as Australia's 23rd prime minister from 1983-1991 and led Labor to four consecutive election victories.

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