Victoria Appoints Parliamentary Secretary for ‘Men’s Behaviour Change’

Published on May 28, 2024

Victorian Labor Premier Jacinta Allan has announced a new state overseer for “men’s behaviour change” in Australia’s second most populous state. The position will look into the role of social media and the internet, and how it influences the behaviour of men and boys. The role of “parliamentary secretary” is a promotion from a regular member of parliament, and sits just beneath cabinet ministers. In Victoria, a parliamentary secretary earns nearly $244,991, which includes a base salary of $198,839 plus an extra $46,152 for extra duties. This salary is based on a determination on July 1, 2023 and could increase in the future. The role also includes an extra $3,558 in expense allowances....

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