Noel Padgham-Purich

Cecilia Noel Padgham-Purich (born 25 December 1927) is an Australian politician. She was a member of the Country Liberal Party before becoming an independent. She served as a member of the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly from 1977 to 1997. During her time in the assembly, she represented Tiwi (1977–1983), Koolpinyah (1983–1990) and Nelson (1990–1997). She also served as Minister for Housing and Conservation from 1983 to 1984 under Paul Everingham and Ian Tuxworth.
Padgham-Purich was born in Quairading, Western Australia. She has six children, including Kezia Purick.