Jess Wilson promises 'clear choice' for voters as Brad Battin admits ...
The Kew MP makes history as the Victorian Liberals' first female leader. She was elected unopposed after Brad Battin lost the spill motion.
www.sbs.com.auI don’t have live access to up-to-the-minute feeds right now, but here’s what’s widely reported about Jess Wilson MP recently.
Direct answer
- Jess Wilson is the Victorian Liberal Party’s leader, becoming the party’s first female leader in the state. This followed a leadership spill that ousted the previous leader.
Context and background
- Wilson represents the Federal/State Parliament as the MP for Kew. Her rise to leadership came after internal party dynamics led to a change in leadership, making her the third Liberal leader in Victoria within about a year. This shift positioned her to lead the party into the next state election.
Key public themes associated with her leadership
- Priorities cited include restoring budget discipline, addressing crime, improving healthcare access, and increasing housing affordability and home ownership opportunities.
- She has framed the choice for Victorians as a contrast between the current Labor government and a new generation Liberal team.
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