Bellarine MP and Police, Water and Emergency Services Minister Lisa Neville was hospitalised last Friday due to complications associated with a previously diagnosed medical condition.
“I have been living with and managing this condition for some time, but the complications that have now arisen are serious and require a period of time in hospital for treatment and subsequent respite and recovery,” Ms Neville said in a statement on Saturday.
“This condition is not COVID-19 related.”
Ms Neville flagged her intent to return to work next Monday, subject to treatment and medical advice.
During her recovery Planning Minister Richard Wynne will be acting water minister.
Health Minister Martin Foley will take on Ms Neville’s responsibilities as acting police and emergency services minister, including oversight of Victoria’s COVID-19 quarantine.
