Poll finds Jess Wilson has commanding lead over Jacinta Allan as preferred premier

Poll Results on Preferred Premier

A recent Newspoll reveals that Jess Wilson, the Liberal opposition leader in Victoria, has surged ahead as the preferred premier. The poll shows 47% of voters favor Wilson compared to 33% for the incumbent Premier Jacinta Allan. This marks a significant lead for Wilson as the preferred leader among Victorians.

Voter Sentiment on Leadership

The poll also indicates widespread dissatisfaction with Jacinta Allan’s leadership, with 68% of those surveyed expressing discontent, while only 26% approve of her performance as Premier. This signals challenges for Allan and the current Labor government going into the next state election.

Political Context

Jess Wilson's campaign focuses on addressing Victoria’s crime crisis, improving healthcare, and increasing home ownership. She emphasized offering voters a clear choice between a "weary, disconnected Labor government" and a "fresh generation Liberal team." The poll further shows the Coalition leading Labor in primary votes by 36% to 28%, and on a two-party preferred basis by 51% to 49%, a first lead for the Coalition in 12 years.

Summary of Key Poll Findings

Author's Summary

Jess Wilson’s strong polling lead reflects growing voter desire for change in Victoria’s leadership amid widespread dissatisfaction with Jacinta Allan’s government, positioning the Liberals as serious contenders in the upcoming election.

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Herald Sun Herald Sun — 2025-11-30

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