The Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation (ILSC) is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Ms Trish Crossin AM.

Ms Crossin’s life and career were both genuine and inspiring. In 1998, she became the Northern Territory’s first woman in federal parliament. 

Ms Crossin had a six-year tenure at the ILSC as a Director, from October 2015 to October 2021. 

During this time, she served on the Audit and Risk Committee, as well as on the Boards of Voyages and Primary Partners.

Ms Crossin grew up in the inner-Melbourne suburb of Kensington and was just 24 years old when she taught at the former Methodist mission ‘Yirrkala’ in northeast Arnhem Land (Yolngu land).

She lived and breathed empathy – always ensuring her community’s voice was heard. 

ILSC Chair, Mr Ian Hamm, offered his condolences to Ms Crossin’s family.

“On behalf of the ILSC, our thoughts are with her husband Mark, their children and grandchildren,” said Mr Hamm. 

“Ms Crossin’s contributions to parliament were fundamental, and her service to the ILSC will be remembered”. 

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