Hospitality mogul Justin Hemmes and his partner, model Madeline Holtznagel, were the picture of relaxed luxury as they spent Saturday cruising the iconic waters of Sydney Harbour.
A Sunny Day on the Water
Despite sweltering conditions, the pair appeared completely unfazed as they took in the sights from the vantage point of Hemmes's high-end speedboat. The 53-year-old Merivale tycoon took the wheel, sporting only board shorts and a pair of stylish sunglasses, which highlighted his trim and tanned physique. His vessel is reported to be worth an impressive $1 million.
New mother Madeline Holtznagel, 28, showcased her post-pregnancy figure in a minimalist g-string bikini from Australian label Bamba. Demonstrating a savvy approach to sun safety, the beauty complemented her look with a wide-brimmed straw hat and fashionable sunglasses, her blonde hair flowing freely.
Family Life and Business Ventures
The leisurely boat trip follows a significant personal milestone for the couple. In June 2025, Holtznagel announced the arrival of their first child together, a son named Jaeger Justin Hemmes, via a sweet Instagram post. Hemmes also shares two daughters, Alexa (9) and Saachi (7), with his former partner Kate Fowler.
The sighting comes amid a period of continued expansion for Hemmes's hospitality empire, Merivale. Just last month, his latest venture, the refurbished Club Rose Bay RSL, saw enormous queues of eager patrons, signalling strong demand in Sydney's competitive nightlife scene.
Ambitious Plans for Sydney's Future
Looking ahead, Hemmes has laid out ambitious plans to reshape part of Sydney's CBD. In October 2024, he revealed a proposal to transform five heritage buildings on a block bounded by King, York, Clarence and Barrack streets into a major new hospitality precinct. This project aims to redevelop an area formerly known as Kings Green, further cementing his influence on the city's social landscape.
Later in the day, the power couple were seen embodying their hospitable reputation, picking up a group of friends by boat and ferrying them to Rose Bay Wharf in Sydney's affluent eastern suburbs.
