Maggie Tabberer, Iconic Australian Fashion Figure, Dies

Maggie Tabberer, a pioneering figure in Australian fashion and media, has passed away just days shy of her 88th birthday. Known for her elegance and influential career, she was the first Australian model on the cover of Vogue and served as fashion editor for the Australian Women’s Weekly for 15 years. Tabberer was a two-time Gold Logie winner, celebrated for her television presence on shows like 'Beauty and the Beast'. Her contributions extended beyond modeling; she launched a successful plus-size clothing line in the 1980s and remained a prominent media personality. Tributes poured in from friends and admirers, who hailed her as a trailblazer and icon. She is survived by her daughters, Brooke and Amanda, who expressed their profound loss on social media.