Billionaire heiress Francesca Packer cuts a casual figure as she strolls hand-in-hand with rarely seen boyfriend Robert Bates in Sydney
Francesca, who is the granddaughter of the late Kerry Packer and daughter of Gretel Packer and English financier Nick Barham, lives a notoriously private life, however she broke cover on Saturday as she and her partner of two and a half years stepped out in Sydney.
The couple cut casual figures as they enjoyed a stroll hand-in-hand around Potts Point in the Eastern Suburbs.
The 30-year-old heiress ditched her usual dressy attire for a white RVCA x Benjamin Jean Jean hoodie, which she paired with black leggings as she took to the streets.
She finished off the laidback fit with a pair of black slides, as well as large sunglasses in an attempt to go incognito.
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Francesca, who is usually adorned with enough jewels and bling to make eyes water, presented a pared back look with not so much as a necklace in sight, but did add a pop of colour to her ensemble with maroon red nails.
Her boyfriend, who formerly made the Australian Financial Review's Young Rich List with an estimated net worth of $145 million, wore a knitted crew neck jumper in an olive green hue.
He layered the sweater over an easy white tee and linen, drawstring pants, matching his jumper with a pair of green suede sneakers by Dolce and Gabbana.
The business owner wore his locks in his signature windswept do as he walked alongside his billionaire girlfriend while seemingly glued to his phone.
Francesca and Robert began dating in 2022 and confirmed their romance in December of that year after they were spotted kissing on the deck of a luxury yacht in Sydney Harbour.
The pair are said to have been introduced by PR maven and Sydney socialite Roxy Jacenko, who was Francesca' publicist for a stint.
She reportedly 'fell head over heels' for the divorced father and even 'confided to friends her desire to start a family' with him.'
Robert is the CEO of failed wellness brands Aurum+ and Aquamamma and the founder of 7 Trinity Biotech.
In December, no expense was spared for Francesca's birthday party as she rang in her 30th year.
The billionaire heiress hosted a dress up shindig at upmarket eatery Mimi's in Coogee with an A-list guest list.
Among the celebrities joining the event was influencer Indy Clinton, who came dressed as Pamela Anderson in her Baywatch days, donning a blonde wig and red swimsuit.
Former host of The Project Lisa Wilkinson was also among the glitterati but skipped the fancy dress memo and opted for a chic, loose black suit.
Norwegian singer Adelén was in tow, opting to dress up as Julia Roberts in the classic romantic comedy Pretty Woman.
Francesca, who was dressed in a Wednesday Adams costume, held court with her boyfriend Robert.
Also coming along to celebrate the occasion was her grandmother, Roslyn, and her mother, Gretel.
Bella Wolfgang Clinton likewise in attended, sharing glimpses inside the party which had oysters and pasta on offer.
Social media posts shared by attendees showed the party people enjoying caviar and champagne and partying until the wee hours.
The socialites and celebrities mingled through the evening, taking fun bathroom selfies and dancing wildly as the night wore on.
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