Victoria’s newly appointed Premier Ben Carroll has moved quickly to assert his authority, removing a key ally of former Premier Daniel Andrews from a crucial government position. The individual, who led the Department of Premier and Cabinet since 2020, has been replaced as part of Carroll's initial staffing changes. This decision signals a clear departure from the Andrews era and an intent to implement a new direction for the Victorian government. The move is a standard practice when new leadership takes over, allowing the premier to install their own trusted advisors. While the replacement hasn’t been publicly named, the swift action demonstrates Carroll’s commitment to restructuring the premier’s office. This change underscores the beginning of a new chapter in Victorian politics following Andrews’ recent resignation. It remains to be seen what further personnel adjustments Carroll will make as he settles into the role.