Current members
On 2 October 2023 the full ministry was sworn in. [3]
The Executive Council of Victoria oversees Victoria's executive branch of Government. Ministers of the executive council undertake responsibilities inline with their portfolio area and are responsible for the subordinate government departments relevant to their ministry positions. [1] The Governor of Victoria presides of the Executive council, however, is not a member. [2]
On 2 October 2023 the full ministry was sworn in. [3]
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