Ben Carroll announces royal commission into construction sector in first act as new Victorian premier

The Guardian reports Victoria's new premier, Ben Carroll, announced a royal commission into alleged construction sector corruption as his first act. He was sworn in after Jacinta Allan unexpectedly resigned ahead of a leadership ballot. The change comes four months before a state election, marking a turbulent period for Labor.

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