Victorian Health Minister Harriet Shing Declares Exit from Politics
Harriet Shing, the state’s health minister and a close ally of Jacinta Allan, announced she will retire and not contest the upcoming election.
Shing, who has served in the Victorian cabinet since her 2014 election, told new premier Ben Carroll she will step down at the next poll. Her departure follows the recent resignation of former premier Jacinta Allan. The announcement adds to speculation about further retirements among parliamentarians this afternoon.
Why it matters
The retirement of a key health minister could reshape Victoria's health policy and affect the ruling party’s election strategy.
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Harriet Shingretirementhealth ministerVictorian parliamentBen CarrollJacinta Allanelection 2026