Five of the Hunter's seven Labor MP's have been given positions in Chris Minns' new state government.
Swansea MP, Yasmin Catley is one of the big winners in the new ministry, being elevated to the Police and Counter-terrorism portfolio.
Charlestown MP, Jodi Harrison becomes the new Minister for Women, Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, and Seniors.
Port Stephens MP, Kate Washington moves into the Families and Communities and Disability Inclusion portfolios.
Maitland's Jenny Aitchison is now the Minister for Regional Transport and Roads.
The Hunter locals are among a host of others elevated to new positions in an historic 50% female-led ministry.
Meanwhile, Member for Newcastle, Tim Crakanthorp becomes Minister for the Hunter and retains his shadow role in Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education.
The Premier has also thrown his support behind Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper as the new speaker for the Lower House.
He says, he looks forward to seeing an Independent in the seat.
"It's very difficult for a speaker who is drawn from the ruling party to give that sense of independence that we expect of someone in that position, but when the person who in in the speaker's role comes as an Independent, it will truly be an independent role," Mr Piper said.
Mr Piper noted whilst he's proud to be endorsed for the role, he won't let it distract him from getting things done in his electorate.
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