Shadow cabinet of Victoria

The shadow cabinet of Victoria is the opposition's equivalent to the Cabinet of Victoria. The shadow cabinet plays a big part in delivering an effective opposition. It consists of members of parliament who are given individual responsibilities for specific policy areas. This enables the opposition to present alternative viewpoints, scrutinise bills, and contribute to the lawmaking process in their specialised portfolios. In addition, it helps prepare the opposition for government should they win the next election by giving them the opportunity to develop their policy positions.^[1]

The current shadow cabinet, led by the Opposition Leader John Pesutto, was announced on 18 December 2022.^[2]

Current arrangement

Colour key (for political parties)
Liberal National

Significant changes: Matt Bach removed of all portfolios following his resignation, Matthew Guy given Shadow Minister for Public Transport.

Shadow Minister		Portfolio^[3]	Image
John Pesutto MP		Leader of the Opposition Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs Leader of the Liberal Party
Peter Walsh MP		Shadow Minister for Local Government Shadow Minister for Regional Development Shadow Minister for Aboriginal Affairs Deputy Leader of the Coalition Leader of the Nationals
David Southwick MP		Deputy Leader of the Opposition Shadow Minister for Major Projects Shadow Minister for Transport Infrastructure Shadow Minister for Trade and Investment Shadow Minister for Cost of Living Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party
Emma Kealy MP		Shadow Minister for Mental Health Shadow Minister for Agriculture Deputy Leader of the Nationals
Georgie Crozier MLC		Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Shadow Minister for Health Shadow Minister for Ambulance Services Leader of the Liberal Party in the Legislative Council
Evan Mulholland MLC		Deputy Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Shadow Minister for Home Ownership and Housing Affordability Shadow Minister for Outer Suburban Growth Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party in the Legislative Council
Sam Groth MP		Shadow Minister for Youth Shadow Minister for Tourism, Sport and Events
Brad Rowswell MP		Shadow Treasurer
Jess Wilson MP		Shadow Minister for Finance Shadow Minister for Economic Reform and Regulation Shadow Minister for Early Childhood and Education
Brad Battin MP		Shadow Minister for Police Shadow Minister for Corrections Shadow Minister for Criminal Justice Reform Shadow Minister for Youth Justice Shadow Minister for Crime Prevention and Victim Support
Roma Britnell MP		Shadow Minister for Ports and Freight Shadow Minister for Boating and Fishing Shadow Minister for Child Protection
Tim Bull MP		Shadow Minister for Racing Shadow Minister for Veterans Affairs Shadow Minister for Disability, Ageing and Carers
Matthew Guy MP		Shadow Minister for Shadow Minister for Public Transport
David Hodgett MP		Shadow Special Minister of State Shadow Minister for Employment and Industrial Relations
Cindy McLeish MP		Shadow Minister for Women Shadow Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence Shadow Minister for Small Business Shadow Minister for WorkCover and the TAC
Ann-Marie Hermans MLC		Shadow Cabinet Secretary
James Newbury MP		Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate Change Shadow Minister for Equality Shadow Minister for Planning Manager of Opposition Business
Bridget Vallence MP		Shadow Minister for Industry Shadow Minister for Manufacturing Shadow Minister for Innovation Shadow Minister for Skills and Training Shadow Minister for Tertiary Education
Michael O'Brien MP		Shadow Attorney-General
Richard Riordan MP		Shadow Minister for Housing Shadow Minister for Emergency Services
David Davis MLC		Shadow Minister for Arts and Creative Industries Shadow Minister for Energy, Affordability and Security Shadow Minister for the SEC
Tim McCurdy MP		Shadow Minister for Water Shadow Minister for Consumer Affairs
Danny O'Brien MP		Shadow Minister for Roads and Road Safety Shadow Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation

Reference list

^ "A guide to member roles and terms". Parliament of Victoria. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
^ "A renewed Liberals and Nationals team putting Victorians first". Liberal Victoria. 19 December 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
^ "The Liberals and Nationals delivering a fresh vision for Victoria". Victorian Liberal Party. 2 October 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.

External links

Shadow Cabinet Directory

[1] "A guide to member roles and terms". Parliament of Victoria. Retrieved 27 December 2022.

[2] "A renewed Liberals and Nationals team putting Victorians first". Liberal Victoria. 19 December 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.

[Shadow_ministry_of_John_Pesutto_:0-3] "The Liberals and Nationals delivering a fresh vision for Victoria". Victorian Liberal Party. 2 October 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.

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