Fairfax Media has reported that Dominic Perrottet, pictured here with Mike Baird, could become deputy Premier of New South Wales. Photo: Steven Siewert
MEMBER for Hawkesbury Dominic Perrottet could become deputy leader of Liberal Party and Treasurer
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Hawkesbury Gazette publisher Fairfax Media is reporting that Mr Perrottet has cut a deal with current Treasurer Gladys Berejiklian, which would see Ms Berejiklian become Premier.
As part of the deal, Mr Perrottet would become the deputy leader, and reportedly also the Treasurer.
Ms Berejiklian is from the left wing faction of the Liberal Party, and Mr Perrottet, who is from the right, has pledged support for her, according to Fairfax Media.
The Gazette has attempted to contact Mr Perrottet throughout the day for comment.
