Council
13 February, 2026
Shadow Cabinet position for Roma
MEMBER for South West Coast Roma Britnell has been appointed a position on Jess Wilson’s Shadow Cabinet.
“I am very pleased to be invited to join the Shadow Cabinet team under Jess Wilson, Ms Britnell said.
“I value the opportunity to contribute my voice at a leadership level and to ensure that western Victoria is represented with experience and practical expertise.”
After 10 years in the party room, including seven years in Shadow Cabinet, Ms Britnell believes she brings a depth of knowledge shaped by her professional and personal background.
This includes experience as a nurse, a farmer, and a small business operator, as well as raising and educating children.
“I look forward to continuing to apply this experience in shaping strong, informed policy outcomes,” she said.
“My focus is, and will always remain, the south-west coast communities where I live and represent.
“Being part of the Shadow Cabinet strengthens my ability to be a strong and effective advocate for the region, ensuring that the views, challenges, and opportunities of the coast and regional Victoria are clearly made known in Melbourne and reflected in leadership level decision-making.”
