Vincent Tarzia announces future-focused Shadow Cabinet

Tuesday 21 January, 2025

Leader of the Opposition, Vincent Tarzia has announced a Shadow Cabinet reshuffle following the retirement announcement of John Gardner and departure of Jing Lee.

The reshuffle includes a mix of experienced leaders and emerging talent, aimed at ensuring future policies resonate with the needs and aspirations of South Australians.

Mr Tarzia said the team reflects his commitment to renewed leadership, fresh perspectives, and focus on addressing the key issues facing South Australians.

“This reshuffle represents a vital step in preparing for the challenges ahead,” Mr Tarzia said.

“By bringing together diverse skills, fresh ideas, and seasoned expertise, we are reinforcing our commitment to holding the government to account and continuing to present a compelling alternative for the future.

“I am confident that this team is best equipped to challenge the government and demonstrate that the Liberal Party is ready to lead.

“Together, we will work tirelessly to deliver solutions that benefit all South Australians.”

The new Shadow Cabinet will begin its work immediately as the Liberal Team prepares to gather at Mount Gambier this week - connecting with regional voters in South Australia’s second-largest city ahead of the upcoming Parliamentary sitting year.

Key changes in the Shadow Cabinet:

  • Matt Cowdrey OAM MP takes on Training and Skills, Workforce and Population Growth portfolios;
  • David Basham MP becomes Shadow Minister for Environment and Water Infrastructure;
  • Adrian Pederick MP becomes Shadow Minister for Veterans, Marine Infrastructure, and Regional Roads;
  • Josh Teague MP adds Multicultural Affairs;
  • Hon Heidi Girolamo MLC adds Education;
  • Jack Batty MP adds Arts and Festivals;
  • Hon Ben Hood MLC adds Industrial Relations and Public Sector, and Hospitality;
  • Penny Pratt MP adds Tourism;
  • Tim Whetstone MP adds Social Services; and
  • Hon Laura Henderson MLC will receive promotion in outer Shadow Cabinet as Shadow Assistant Minister to the Leader and Shadow Assistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs.


SHADOW MINISTRY

Hon Vincent Tarzia MP

Leader of the Opposition
Shadow Minister for Business

Josh Teague MP

Deputy Leader of the Opposition
Shadow Attorney-General
Shadow Minister for Aboriginal Affairs
Shadow Minister for Child Protection
Shadow Minister for Multicultural Affairs

Hon Nicola Centofanti MLC

Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council
Shadow Minister for Regional South Australia
Shadow Minister for Primary Industries
Shadow Minister for Water Resources and the River Murray

Hon Heidi Girolamo MLC

Shadow Minister for Cost of Living
Shadow Minister for Finance
Shadow Minister for Tax Reform
Shadow Minister for Education

Ashton Hurn MP

Shadow Minister for Health

Samuel Telfer MP

Shadow Treasurer
Shadow Minister for Local Government

Jack Batty MP

Shadow Minister for Community Safety, Police and Correctional Services
Shadow Minister for Road Safety
Shadow Minister for the Future Economy
Shadow Minister for Arts and Festivals
Manager of Opposition Business

Matt Cowdrey OAM MP

Shadow Minister for Sport
Shadow Minister for Training and Skills
Shadow Minister for Workforce and Population Growth

Stephen Patterson MP

Shadow Minister for Energy
Shadow Minister for Mining
Shadow Minister for Defence and Space Industries
Shadow Minister for Nuclear Readiness

Penny Pratt MP

Shadow Minister for Regional Health Services
Shadow Minister for Ageing
Shadow Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Shadow Minister for Tourism

Tim Whetstone MP

Shadow Minister for Trade, Industry and Investment
Shadow Minister for Recreation and Racing
Shadow Minister for Emergency Services
Shadow Minister for Social Services

Hon Ben Hood MLC

Shadow Minister for Infrastructure and Transport
Shadow Minister for Government Accountability
Shadow Minister for Hospitality
Shadow Minister for Industrial Relations and Public Sector

Hon Michelle Lensink MLC

Shadow Minister for Planning
Shadow Minister for Housing
Shadow Minister for Human Services
Shadow Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence

Adrian Pederick MP

Shadow Minister for Veterans Affairs
Shadow Minister for Regional Roads
Shadow Minister for Marine Infrastructure

David Basham MP

Shadow Minister for Environment
Shadow Minister for Water Infrastructure

Hon Laura Henderson MLC

Shadow Assistant Minister to the Leader

Shadow Assistant Minister to the Shadow Attorney-General

Shadow Assistant Minister for Child Protection

Shadow Assistant Minister for Government Accountability

Shadow Assistant Minister for Youth

Shadow Assistant Minister for Multicultural Affairs