The Latest Breaking News from Peter Gutwein

Gutwein's Tas parliament replacement named

A Liberal political staffer has been elected in a recount to replace former premier Peter Gutwein, who quit politics in early April, in Tasmania's parliament.

AAP · Apr 27, 2022

Ex-TV journalist new Tas Liberal minister

Jo Palmer has been elevated to the Tasmanian Liberal government's cabinet as part of a shuffle triggered by the resignation of former premier Peter Gutwein.

AAP · Apr 11, 2022

New Tas premier to push AFL club quest

Peter Gutwein's surprise exit as Tasmania's premier will not have a major impact on the island state's push to become the AFL's 19th club.

AAP · Apr 8, 2022

Jeremy Rockliff confirmed as next Tasmanian premier, replacing Peter Gutwein

Jeremy Rockliff will be declared the next premier of Tasmania by week's end, while a battle will play out for the role of deputy, the ABC understands.

ABC News · Apr 6, 2022

Archer seeks Tas deputy premier position

Attorney-General Elise Archer has indicated she wants to be Tasmania's next deputy premier, following the sudden resignation of Liberal Premier Peter Gutwein.

AAP · Apr 6, 2022

Integrity Commission highly critical of Tasmanian Liberals' grants program ahead of 2018 election

A bombshell Integrity Commission report on "pork-barrelling" during Tasmania's 2018 state election campaign has raised questions over tens of millions of dollars of taxpayer money given out by the state's Liberal Party.

ABC News · Apr 6, 2022

Jeremy Rockliff likely to become next Tasmanian premier, ABC understands

Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff is firming as the favourite to become the next Tasmanian premier, following Peter Gutwein's shock resignation, the ABC understands.

ABC News · Apr 5, 2022

Peter Gutwein has resigned, so here's what happens next in choosing a new premier

Premier Peter Gutwein yesterday announced his resignation, sending shockwaves through the political landscape and sparking speculation over his successor. Here's what we know about what happens next.

ABC News · Apr 5, 2022

Peter Gutwein has resigned as Tasmania's Premier — here's who could take over

The list isn't long and two potential candidates have just emerged from a scandal involving them groaning in parliament during a question about sexual abuse. So, who could replace Peter Gutwein?

ABC News · Apr 4, 2022

Deputy keen to be Tas premier: reports

Tasmanian Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff is reportedly keen to take on the island state's top job following the shock resignation of Peter Gutwein.

AAP · Apr 4, 2022