Pressure Piles up on Last Liberal State Government

Premier Jeremy Rockliff delivered an ultimatum to Ms. Archer on Tuesday, saying he would call an early election unless Ms. Archer resigns or pledges votes.

Premier of Tasmania, Jeremy Rockliff speaks during a press conference in Hobart, April 29, 2023. Tasmania looks set to have its own AFL team after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pledged an additional $240 million to the state government to build a new waterfront stadium in Hobart. AAP Image/Loic Le Guilly

Tasmania’s minority Liberal government, the last of its colour in Australia, is under mounting pressure as the state’s former attorney-general mulls her political future.