Carol Martin (politician)
Carol Martin | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia | |
| In office 10 February 2001 – 9 March 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Ernie Bridge |
| Succeeded by | Josie Farrer |
| Constituency | Kimberley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Carol Anne Pilkington 13 October 1957 Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia |
| Political party | Labor |
| Spouse | Brian Martin |
| Alma mater | Curtin University |
| Profession | Social worker, politician and artist |
| Cultural background | Yamatji – Noongar |
Carol Anne Martin OAM (née Pilkington; born 13 October 1957) is a former Australian politician who served as a Labor Party member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia between 2001 and 2013, representing the seat of Kimberley. She was the first Aboriginal woman to be elected to any Australian parliament.