What Ben Carroll’s cabinet cuts say about his ‘new direction’ for Victoria
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has overhauled his cabinet and abolished several portfolios, including transport infrastructure and the 'men and boys' role. The move signals a shift in government priorities just four months before the state election.
Why it matters
The cabinet reshuffle reflects a strategic pivot by the new leadership to distance itself from previous administrations and redefine the government's core agenda.
Victorian premier Ben Carroll and deputy premier Gabrielle Williams after the swearing-in of cabinet ministers at Government House in Melbourne. Photograph: Jay Kogler/AAP Victorian premier Ben Carroll and deputy premier Gabrielle Williams after the swearing-in of cabinet ministers at Government House in Melbourne. Photograph: Jay Kogler/AAP Victorian politics Analysis What Ben Carroll’s cabinet cuts say about his ‘new direction’ for Victoria Benita Kolovos A week after his elevation to premier and four months out from an election, the priorities of the Carroll government are becoming clearer
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