Victorian Liberals Leadership Spill as Jess Wilson Becomes First Female Leader

Victorian Liberals are poised to potentially appoint their first female leader as the party faces internal strife ahead of the next state election. Opposition Leader Brad Battin, who has been in his position for less than a year, may face a leadership challenge from Kew MP Jess Wilson, following indications of declining support from fellow MPs. The party’s standing has weakened in recent polls, despite issues facing the three-term Labor Government, and internal tensions have escalated after a significant 2022 election loss. If Battin is replaced, he would be the fifth leader since September 2021, amid speculation surrounding the federal party’s leadership as well.

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