scott john morrison (born 13 may 1968) is an australian politician. morrison was the 30th prime minister of australia from 24 august 2018 until 23 may 2022. he was the treasurer of australia from 2015 to 2018. morrison has been a member of the australian house of representatives representing the division of cook, new south wales since november 2007. he served as the minister for social services from 2014 to 2015. he was also the minister for immigration and border protection from 2013 to 2014. he is a member of the liberal party.