Jacinta Allan leadership threat LIVE: Premier’s job in limbo as Ben Carroll nominates himself
A spill motion could remove Premier Jacinta Allan and replace her with Deputy Premier Ben Carroll. Carroll has nominated himself for the leadership and the motion will be considered at a morning meeting of MPs. The article highlights Carroll's background and long parliamentary career.
- ▪Ben Carroll, the Deputy Premier and Education Minister, has nominated himself to replace Jacinta Allan as Victoria's premier.
- ▪A spill motion is set to be debated at a morning meeting of MPs, which could unseat Allan.
- ▪Carroll's political career spans 14 years, and his earlier work included eight years at a Kmart checkout.
- ▪If successful, the change would make Carroll the 50th premier of Victoria.
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| Publication time | Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:00:07 +1000 |
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5.58amMeet the man who may oust Jacinta Allan todayBy Patrick HatchEight years working at the checkout of a suburban Kmart can instil many things in a young man’s character.Humility. Resolve. An ability to navigate conflict and wear criticism.“Marathon runner”: Deputy Premier and Education Minister Ben Carroll.Ruby AlexanderBut perhaps endurance is the trait Ben Carroll developed behind the register that has served him best during his 14-year parliamentary career.On Tuesday, that career could reach its pinnacle: a looming spill motion at a morning meeting of MPs may unseat Jacinta Allan and install Carroll as the 50th premier of Victoria.Read more about Ben Carroll’s rise here.Share
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