Marion Scrymgour
Marion Scrymgour is an Australian politician representing the Labor Party. She has served as the Member for Lingiari in the Northern Territory since 2001, making her one of the first Aboriginal women elected to the Australian Parliament. Known for her advocacy on Indigenous issues, Scrymgour has focused on improving the lives of her constituents, particularly in remote and Indigenous communities. She recently secured her seat with a significant swing in her favor, reflecting continued support for Labor in her electorate.
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Recent news mentions
Marion Scrymgour endorsed the coroner's report and emphasized the importance of its truth being heard in federal parliament.
Zachary Rolph, officer who shot Indigenous, found to be racist
Australia· 2025-07-07
Marion Scrymgour is the Labor member for Lingiari who reported on the Brethren's campaign activities in her electorate.
The minute-long message that unleashed the Brethren’s election machineAustralia· 2025-06-06
Marion Scrymgour is another Indigenous MP consulted by Albanese about the defection.
Greens senator Dorinda Cox moves to LaborAustralia· 2025-06-02
Marion Scrymgour enjoyed swings of up to 11 per cent as she increased her margin in Lingiari.
Polling booth data shows how PM Anthony Albanese steamrolled Peter DuttonAustralia· 2025-05-16
Marion Scrymgour held her seat by just 1.6 per cent before the election.
Who turned against Peter Dutton and won Labor the electionAustralia· 2025-05-04
