Senator Natasha Stott Despoja and Mr Ian Smith are delighted to announce the birth of Cordelia Jessica Stott Smith today.

Mother and baby are doing well and looking forward to celebrating International Women's Day together! Ian and Conrad are very happy and bonding with their daughter and sister.

 "This is a marvellous day. We are thrilled with the birth of Cordelia. She is an absolute joy. Natasha is doing really well and Conrad is excited about spending time with his baby sister," Ian Smith said.