Jacinta Allan named as new premier of Victoria

Victoria has a new premier

A new era of leadership has begun in Victoria, after Daniel Andrews' surprise resignation from the top job. Jacinta Allan has won the unanimous support of her colleagues to become the state's second female premier.

Jacinta Allan sworn in as Victorian premier

Jacinta Allan has been sworn in as Victoria's 49th premier following the shock resignation of Daniel Andrews.

‘A privilege’: Jacinta Allan to be Victoria’s next premier

Jacinta Allan will become Victoria’s 49th premier after Labor MPs met at Parliament House to decide on Daniel Andrews’ successor.

Incoming Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan addresses challenges ahead

Incoming Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan says it's crucial for state governments to "continue delivering strong services" that working families rely on, highlighting the "challenges and opportunities" ahead. Ms Allan was named the new Victorian Premier following a Labor caucus meeting on Wednesday. "So that ongoing support for our public schools," she said during a media conference. "The ongoing work that we do working with the fabulous public …

Victoria Has A New Premier: Who Are Jacinta Allan and Deputy Ben Carroll?

Premier Daniel Andrews has resigned from his leadership and politics, effective 5pm Wednesday, and the Labor caucus has announced his deputy Jacinta Allen will step up to become the state’s 49th premier. Labor’s returning officer Paul Hamer confirmed the appointments of Allan and Niddrie MP Ben Carroll as her deputy following the party meeting. “All positions have been elected unopposed. The new premier is Jacinta Allan, the deputy premier is Be…

Jacinta Allan to replace Andrews as Victorian premier

Jacinta Allan will become Victoria’s next premier, replacing Daniel Andrews. (Luis Ascui/AAP PHOTOS) By Rachael Ward in Melbourne JACINTA Allan is the new premier-elect of Victoria and the man who wanted to challenge her for the title will be deputy. Ms Allan ran for leader of the Victorian Labor Party at a caucus meeting on Wednesday after Daniel Andrews’ shock resignation less than 24 hours prior. The Bendigo East MP will be Victoria’s second …