Scott Morrison (Australian Politician) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Politician
Nationality	Australian
Date of Birth	13/05/1968
Age	58 years
Birthplace	Bronte, New South Wales, Australia

Latest News about Scott Morrison

23/07/2025

Scott Morrison warned in a public address that Australia risked becoming complacent about the strategic threat posed by China. He argued that Western democracies should not be lulled by diplomatic engagement and should remain alert to long-term geopolitical risks.

08/06/2025

Scott Morrison was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia for eminent service to the Australian Parliament and public policy. The honour recognized his contribution as prime minister and his broader public service record.

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Bio/Wiki

Full Name	Scott John Morrison
Nickname	Sco-Mo
Famous For	Being the 30th Prime Minister of Australia (2018-2022)

Physical Stats & More

Height	180 cm
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Grey

Educational Qualification(s)

School	Sydney Boys High School
College/University	University of New South Wales
Educational Qualification	Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours in Applied Economic Geography

Personal Life

Religion	Christianity (Assemblies of God and Australian Christian Churches)
Food Habit	Non-Vegetarian
Hobbies	Reading and Kayaking

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Married
Marriage Date	13/01/1990
Spouse Name	Jenny Morrison

Family

Wife/Spouse

Jenny Morrison

Children

Lily Morrison, Abbey Morrison (two daughters)

Parents

Father	John Morrison (Retired Policeman)
Mother	Marion Morrison

Siblings

Alan Morrison

Career

Political Party	Liberal Party of Australia
Political Journey	2000: Became the State Director of the Liberal Party 2004: Became the first Managing Director of Tourism Australia 2006: He was sacked from the position 2008: Became the spokesman for housing and local government 2014: Appointed as Minister of Social Services 2015: Appointed as Treasurer of the Government 2018: Became the Prime Minister of Australia 2007: Elected to the House of Representatives for Cook, New South Wales 2013: Appointed as Minister for Immigration and Border Protection 2022: Lost the position of Prime Minister after the federal election 1988: Moved to New Zealand as Director of the Office of Tourism and Sport 1989-1995: National Policy and Research Manager for the Property Council of Australia 2006: Left Tourism Australia 2010-2013: Shadow Minister for Productivity and Population 2013-2015: Oversaw Operation Sovereign Borders 2015-2018: Appointed as Treasurer of the Government 2018: Became the 30th Prime Minister of Australia 2019-2020: Led Australia through bushfire season and COVID-19 pandemic 2014: Appointed as Minister for Social Services 28/02/2024: Resigned from Parliament 13/04/2024: Succeeded by Simon Kennedy in the Cook by-election Post-parliament: Non-executive vice chairman at American Global Strategies; published autobiography 'Plans For Your Good: A Prime Minister's Testimony of God's Faithfulness' (May 2024)
Parliamentary Seat	Cook, New South Wales (elected 2007, re-elected 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2022; resigned 28/02/2024)
Prime Minister	24 August 2018 to 23 May 2022
Key Achievements	Architect of AUKUS trilateral defence agreement with UK and US Founding member of Quad Leaders Dialogue Increased Australian defence spending to over 2% of GDP Established first reciprocal access defence agreement with Japan Established first Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between ASEAN and another country Delivered one of the lowest COVID-19 fatality rates in the OECD Achieved third lowest COVID fatality rate in OECD by end of term First Australian Prime Minister to commit to net zero emissions by 2050 Established $21 billion Low Emissions Technology Fund First digital economy agreement with Singapore First free trade agreement with UK post-Brexit

Favourites

Favourite Food	Curry
Favourite Colour	Blue
Favourite Movie	Amazing Grace
Favourite Subjects in School	English and Geography
Favourite Books	The Great World by David Malour Illywhacker by Peter Carey The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson

Social Media

Twitter	https://twitter.com/ScottMorrisonMP

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Scott Morrison enjoys consuming alcohol.
2. As a child, he was an actor who featured in numerous TV commercials.
3. He began a relationship with his wife Jennifer at 16 and tied the knot at 21.
4. Between 1989 and 1995, he served as National Policy and Research Manager for the Property Council of Australia.
5. He transitioned to the tourism sector and held significant positions in that industry.
6. His pet cat goes by the name Charlie.
7. He identifies as a committed Christian associated with the Assemblies of God and the Australian Christian Churches.
8. He holds a Chief Commander of the Legion of Merit awarded by the President of the United States.
9. He began a relationship with his wife Jenny at 16 and tied the knot at 21.
10. Awarded Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) for eminent service to the Australian Parliament
11. As of 2025, he received the Companion of the Order of Australia for eminent service to the Australian Parliament.

Scott Morrison Politician Australian Bronte, New South Wales, Australia