Jacinta Allan will be Victoria's next premier, replacing Daniel Andrews and becoming the state's second female leader.
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 female leader and the first Labor premier from regional Victoria in almost 100 years.Ambition, controversy, and that North Face jacket: Daniel Andrews' legacyShe took over as Andrews' deputy and presumed successor in June 2022 and most recently served as minister for transport infrastructure and the suburban rail loop project.
She was also charged with delivering the now-cancelled 2026 Commonwealth Games until the portfolio was abolished.Wednesday's caucus meeting started late after Carroll decided to throw his hat in the ring for the leadership.This is a developing story and this article will be updated.
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