# Gillard reports sexism against Premier Allan; ex-Melbourne gangster gets life in Iraq

Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard said that Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan endured "vile sexism" in office. Separately, a former Melbourne gangster was sentenced to life in prison in Iraq. The cases highlight persistent gender issues in politics and transnational crime consequences.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/29/ben-carroll-victoria-premier-jacinta-allan-labor-abs-inflation-data-nsw-icac-inquiry-antisemitism-royal-commission-ntwnfb) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:44:11 GMT