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Pressure Mounts on Premier Allan Amid Leadership Talks

3/19/2026

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Premier Jacinta Allan (Labor) faces internal pressure as Labor MPs discuss her leadership ahead of the November state election.
Polls show her approval rating at -37%, the lowest among state leaders.
Socialist Left members express dissatisfaction with her handling of corruption issues and her past as Daniel Andrews' deputy.
Many ministers publicly back Allan.
Discussions about a leadership change are ongoing, but factions fear the consequences of a spill.

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Premier Jacinta Allan (Labor) faces internal pressure as Labor MPs discuss her leadership ahead of the November state election.
Polls show her approval rating at -37%, the lowest among state leaders.
Socialist Left members express dissatisfaction with her handling of corruption issues and her past as Daniel Andrews' deputy.
Many ministers publicly back Allan.
Discussions about a leadership change are ongoing, but factions fear the consequences of a spill.