At least two senior Victorian ministers are expected to resign ahead of Ben Carroll’s first cabinet reshuffle, as the new Premier moves to rebuild his frontbench following the leadership change in Victoria.
The expected departures would create vacancies that allow Carroll to reshape the government’s leadership team and introduce new faces before the next phase of Labor’s agenda. The reshuffle is expected to be one of Carroll’s first major tests as Premier, as he seeks to establish his own leadership style and priorities.
The changes follow the leadership transition that saw Carroll replace Jacinta Allan as Victorian Premier. Several senior Labor figures linked closely with Allan’s leadership have already stepped down from cabinet, including ministers Lily D’Ambrosio and Harriet Shing.
Carroll now faces the challenge of balancing party stability with renewal, while filling key portfolios ahead of the next state election. The reshuffle is expected to determine who will take on major responsibilities across areas including finance, infrastructure and public services.
The leadership change has also intensified internal Labor debate over policy direction, including issues surrounding infrastructure projects, government spending and calls for greater accountability. Carroll has pledged to focus on rebuilding confidence and strengthening government performance.
Political observers say the reshuffle will be closely watched as an indication of Carroll’s authority within the Labor Party and his strategy for preparing the government for upcoming electoral challenges.
