Deputy Premier of New South Wales | |
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since 28 March 2023 | |
Department of Premier and Cabinet | |
Style | The Honourable |
Member of | |
Reports to | Premier of New South Wales |
Seat | 52 Martin Place, Sydney |
Nominator | Premier of New South Wales |
Appointer | Governor of New South Wales on the advice of the premier |
Term length | At the Governor's pleasure |
Formation | 16 May 1932 |
First holder | Sir Michael Bruxner |
Salary | A$343,460 |
The Deputy Premier of New South Wales is the second-most senior officer in the Government of New South Wales. The deputy premiership has been a ministerial portfolio since 1932, and the deputy premier is appointed by the Governor on the advice of the Premier.
The current Deputy Premier is Prue Car, since 28 March 2023. Car is also the Minister for Education.
Ultimately, the Deputy Premier is responsible to the Parliament of New South Wales.