Tasmania’s Government Reshuffled After Losing 2 Ministers in a Week

Published on October 21, 2024

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has announced the return of former Minister Jacquie Petrusma and the addition of former Sorell Mayor Kerry Vincent to his Cabinet in changes forced by the resignations of his deputy and finance minister. Petrusma will be given portfolios in health, veterans’ affairs, and Aboriginal affairs, while Vincent will become minister for infrastructure and local government. She had previously held the Aboriginal affairs role. Guy Barnett, who became deputy premier the day after his predecessor resigned, becomes Treasurer while retaining the roles of Attorney-General and Justice Minister. The new portfolio presents Barnett with a significant challenge, considering the state budget forecasts that net debt will more than double to $8.6 billion in 2027/28....

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