Jacinta Allan

Jacinta Allan is the Premier of the Australian state of Victoria. She is currently newsworthy due to several pressing issues in the state. Most prominently, devastating bushfires have ravaged Victoria, destroying hundreds of structures and claiming lives. Allan has declared a state of disaster in affected areas and announced an appeal to support those impacted. She has also described the fire threat as "very dangerous and difficult". Another key issue is the government's plan to legislate a right to work from home two days a week for all Victorian businesses, a policy Allan is championing. Furthermore, in response to recent events, including the Bondi Beach shooting, Allan announced a $2 million community safety package, particularly focused on supporting the Jewish community. She is also involved in debates about housing policy in Victoria.