Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged $230m to open 10 public walk-in dental clinics offering free checkups and treatments, as part of Labor's first major campaign commitment for the November state election.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has pledged to introduce legislation before the November caretaker mode to broaden the definition of corruption and expand Ibac's jurisdiction, alongside preparing a royal commission into the construction sector.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll announced a ban on suppression orders for convicted rapists, aiming to close legal loopholes used by high-profile defendants to hide their identities.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has delayed the state's promised work-from-home legislation to July next year following intensive lobbying by business groups, a move that contrasts with his predecessor Jacinta Allan's approach and draws criticism from the opposition.
New Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has sworn in a significantly restructured cabinet, abolishing key portfolios like transport infrastructure and cost of living, and trimming the cabinet size to signal efficiency and a new direction focused on working people and cost-of-living pressures.
A parliamentary inquiry into Labor's gambling legislation heard allegations that problem gamblers received cocaine and sex workers, which Sportsbet and Tabcorp denied.
Ben Carroll unveiled a new Victorian cabinet after taking Labor leadership, adding an AI ministry led by Anthony Carbines and reshuffling roles among ministers.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll plans to fill only one of three cabinet vacancies when caucus meets Monday, following recent resignations from former Premier Jacinta Allan, Harriet Shing, and Lily D'Ambrosio. This decision leaves two positions open in the Socialist Left faction, which is reportedly in "tatters" after a chaotic leadership transition.
Victorian Premier Ben Carroll expressed willingness to appear before a royal commission into construction sector corruption, an inquiry he announced. However, he dismissed the opposition's proposed terms of reference and witness list as a "stunt," stating he's working with the chief commissioner.
Discussion on Jacinta Allan's ousting, Ben Carroll's appointment as Victoria's Premier, and potential election outcomes, alongside insights into the royal commission on antisemitism.
Daniel Andrews supports new Victorian Premier Ben Carroll, citing his ability to win the November election. Carroll's first act includes introducing legislation to abolish group voting tickets (GVTs) and announcing a royal commission into the construction sector amid corruption allegations.
Ben Carroll emerges as Victoria's 50th premier after 48 hours of intense leadership battle, defeating initial resistance from outgoing premier Allan and a surprise nomination from Sonya Kilkenny, with a pledge to chart a new course for Labor.
