Reshuffle will strengthen Liberals, says Evans
The South Australian Liberal Party says a reshuffle of its parliamentary frontbenche will allow it to more effectively tackle the Government on key issues.
The resignation of Liz Penfold has allowed Michael Pengilly to take on the portfolios of tourism, consumer affairs and veterans’ affairs.
Aboriginal affairs goes from Mitch Williams to Duncan McFetridge, and Dr McFetridge gives up tourism.
The party’s leader, Iain Evans, says the switch does not mean Mr Williams was performing badly.
“No, Mitch Williams has four other portfolio areas so has also got a reasonable workload, it’s simply a matter of portfolio fit,” he said.
“Duncan has a particular interest in Aboriginal affairs, Michael Pengilly has a particular [interest] in tourism so we think the portfolio fit will work well.”
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