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

A promotion and a return to Cabinet ranks will fill the space left by the resignations of the deputy premier and finance minister.
Tasmania’s Government Reshuffled After Losing 2 Ministers in a Week
Premier of Tasmania, Jeremy Rockliff speaks during a press conference in Hobart, April 29, 2023. AAP Image/Loic Le Guilly
Rex Widerstrom
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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.

Rex Widerstrom
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Rex Widerstrom is a New Zealand-based reporter with over 40 years of experience in media, including radio and print. He is currently a presenter for Hutt Radio.
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