Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas will become leader of the house and add the portfolios of health Infrastructure and medical research to her responsibilities as she continues as Health Minister and lead minister for the Department of Health.
Ms Thomas said she was grateful and proud to continue as health minister alongside her new duties.
“As Minister for Health and Minister for Health Infrastructure, I will always stand by our healthcare workers to continue to deliver on our healthcare commitments and infrastructure projects so we can keep doing what matters – taking care of Victorians,” she said.
“I will also work to cement Victoria’s proud place as a global leader in cutting-edge health research as Minister for Medical Research and grow the sector to support incredible breakthroughs in treatment and care.
“These roles are all in addition to proudly representing the great people of Macedon, who will always be my top priority as I work hard to represent and serve all community members to the best of my ability.”
Ms Thomas’ former Ambulance Services portfolio has been given to Mental Health and Treaty and First Peoples’ Minister Gabrielle Williams.
A statement from Premier Daniel Andrews said Labor would continue to build and upgrade health services across the state with Ms Thomas in charge.
“The minister will also deliver our significant election commitments in women’s health, ensuring it gets the funding and focus it deserves,” Mr Andrews said.
