Pauline Hanson

One Nation's rise from 6% of the vote to leading in recent polls has disrupted Australian politics, complicating predictions for the next election. The party faces challenges in urban seats, and unpredictable preference flows make it difficult to estimate two-party preferred numbers or seat projections.

One Nation is leveraging Australian economic pessimism to achieve record polling numbers and higher net approval ratings for Pauline Hanson than the prime minister and opposition leader. The party ties housing costs to immigration as a proposed solution to a complex issue.

Pauline Hanson's meetings with UK far-right figures and her interview with Tommy Robinson are part of a media strategy to gain international attention and build a global brand, according to far-right experts. Her 'fact-finding mission' includes visits with divisive personalities, as described by the article.

The rise of the far-right One Nation party in Australia is creating the possibility of a major political realignment. The article suggests this could be a significant moment for Pauline Hanson.

Liberal frontbencher Dan Tehan denies discussions of a coalition with One Nation, despite colleagues advocating closer ties with Pauline Hanson. Prime minister Anthony Albanese criticizes conservative parties as an 'axis of grievance' caught in a 'race to the bottom.'

Paul Hogan reportedly called Pauline Hanson, the One Nation leader, a 'pelican' in response to her citing Crocodile Dundee as an exemplar of 'Australian monoculture'. The article highlights his rhetorical counterattack against her multiculturalism critique.

Australian Labor Party president Wayne Swan warns against normalizing authoritarian trends, comparing Pauline Hanson's attacks on multiculturalism and journalists to Donald Trump's influence. He urges Labor to prevent One Nation's dystopian vision.

Holly Valance states that 'Britain should still be ruling the world' and endorses Pauline Hanson during a controversial interview with Karl Stefanovic, calling her 'amazing.'

Angus Taylor refused to state his support for multiculturalism during a press conference, while Jim Chalmers accused him of aligning with One Nation's push for a monoculture in Australia. Labor ministers have expressed commitment to multiculturalism.

Pauline Hanson claims small businesses will 'fold' under the cost of paid parental leave, despite no law requiring employers to pay. Labor criticized her for not understanding the policy, noting most businesses voluntarily provide it and employees are entitled to 12 months of unpaid leave.

Experts describe the arrival of H5N1 bird flu in Australia as a 'genuine wildlife emergency.' The fuel excise rebate has been extended at a reduced rate. Ted O’Brien criticized Pauline Hanson’s suggestion that Australia should withhold aid from Pacific nations receiving Chinese aid, calling it 'completely wrong' for regional relations.

Pauline Hanson, leader of One Nation, suggested women should not receive pay from employers during maternity leave and proposed family income splitting to encourage parents to stay home with children. Economists warned these policies could regress progress for working mothers, harm productivity, and exacerbate gender inequality.

The media union condemned One Nation leader Pauline Hanson for attacking Guardian Australia journalist Sarah Martin, calling the remarks 'bitter, unprofessional.' The union urged journalists to support colleagues targeted by politicians, as Anthony Albanese emphasized the importance of public broadcasters like SBS and the ABC.

Senator Malcolm Roberts of One Nation advocates for a complete abortion ban at a Brisbane Christian conference, conflicting with party leader Pauline Hanson's stance that abortions should be prohibited after 20 weeks.

The Australian federal police is investigating a protest incident during Pauline Hanson’s speech at the National Press Club. Activist group GetUp! claimed responsibility, stating the action aimed to bring 'honesty' to the event. The National Press Club referred the incident to police after confirming no staff involvement.

Pauline Hanson, the One Nation leader, made inflammatory statements at the National Press Club, asserting that Australia must be monocultural. Her remarks, which may resonate with supporters but alarm others, reflect the potential direction of a One Nation government.

Pauline Hanson delivered a speech at the National Press Club where she criticized multiculturalism, the media, and the climate change 'hoax'. Her address was interrupted by a protest opposing wage rises for low-paid workers.

Pauline Hanson, One Nation leader, declared Australia must be monocultural in a National Press Club speech, criticizing high immigration levels and proposing cuts to SBS and changes to ABC. She also denounced Islam, transgender rights, and media outlets like the Guardian.

Protesters clashed with Pauline Hanson supporters at a One Nation fundraiser in Melbourne. Michael Nelson, previously fined for disrupting an Anzac Day service, was restrained by officers. Pauline Hanson stated the event was moved due to 'too many bookings,' not expected protests.

One Nation has moved a fundraising event from a Melbourne restaurant to an undisclosed location after the venue canceled due to planned protest activity. The event was to be attended by Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce, with Victorian police expressing concerns about potential protests.

Angus Taylor rejects a proposed seat-sharing deal between the Liberal party and One Nation as internal Liberal divisions emerge over countering Pauline Hanson's influence. Tony Pasin suggests the parties should cooperate to defeat Labor, but Taylor and senior colleagues oppose the plan amid One Nation's poll surge.

Tony Abbott, the new Liberal president, supports preference deals with One Nation, arguing the party cannot win by being 'a little less woke than Labor'. Angus Taylor, the opposition leader, indicated openness to cooperation with One Nation to remove the Labor government.

Jacinta Allan criticizes Pauline Hanson's response to a 'ditch the witch' billboard targeting her, stating she will continue to address 'misogynist' remarks. Pauline Hanson advised Allan to 'suck it up,' and the billboard features AI-generated images of her.

Pauline Hanson of One Nation expressed respect for Ben Roberts-Smith at a rally, comparing his war crimes prosecution to her 2003 electoral fraud case overturned later. Around 100 supporters gathered in Brisbane, with the organizer urging an 'army of civilians' to back Roberts-Smith.

One Nation's housing policy on foreign ownership of housing remains unclear after six separate attempts to clarify it over 24 hours, with each explanation causing further confusion. The party is leading in polls but is not yet seen as a serious political entity.

Barnaby Joyce corrected his statement on One Nation's housing policy, retracting claims that permanent residents could lose their homes. Sky News host Andrew Bolt criticized the party for creating policies without clear plans.

Labor aims to challenge One Nation's influence by emphasizing its opposition to cost-of-living support for workers. A Labor MP suggested considering further income tax cuts to assist under-pressure workers.

A Redbridge Group/Accent Research poll indicates Pauline Hanson’s One Nation is now Australia’s most popular political party. A house fire in Melbourne resulted in one death and a serious injury. The article notes public despair over government performance.

Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce billed taxpayers over $3,000 to attend fundraising events on the luxury cruise ship The World, hosted by Gina Rinehart. The cruise ship is owned by Rinehart, Australia’s richest person, who has an apartment on board.

One Nation proposes abolishing Australia's offshore gas profits tax and acquiring 30% equity in new gas projects to increase taxpayer returns. The Coalition and government have criticized the policy as interventionist, comparing it to Venezuelan economic models. The proposal aims to replace the controversial 25% export tax with government co-ownership of ventures.

Liberal MPs have expressed concern over Angus Taylor's immigration policy, with some claiming the party is being controlled by Pauline Hanson's agenda and corroded by hate. Several Liberals believe Hanson's party is in control of the Liberal agenda. This has sparked concerns about the party's direction.

Pauline Hanson claimed almost $16,000 in taxpayer-funded private charter flights for a Queensland flood-affected communities tour, contradicting her earlier assertion that the trip would cost taxpayers nothing. Hanson and Barnaby Joyce initially flew on billionaire Gina Rinehart's luxury Gulfstream G700 from the Sunshine Coast to Mount Isa before taking charter flights to visit flood-affected areas.

One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts has caused confusion with comments about the Bondi beach antisemitic terror attack, saying it's an absurd proposition to call it a false flag but lacking data to rule it out. He was interviewed on a YouTube channel and stood by his claim of not having enough information. The incident has sparked further controversy

The Australian government's budget is influenced by the rise of One Nation, a right-wing populist party, as many Australians feel economic anxieties and are locked out of the housing market. The party's historic win in Farrer has cast a shadow over the federal budget. Treasurer Jim Chalmers acknowledges the threat posed by the party.

Tim Wilson, Liberal frontbencher and shadow treasurer, has walked back comments on a potential alliance with One Nation, stating he would never support a coalition government with the right-wing populist party. He urged the Liberals to focus on setting out what they stand for. The rejection of a partnership with One Nation was joined by other senior Liberal party figures.

Pauline Hanson's One Nation party won a historic byelection in Farrer, sparking internal rumblings about Angus Taylor's leadership. The win marks One Nation's first federal lower house seat. David Farley defeated independent Michelle Milthorpe in the election.

One Nation won its first lower house seat at the Farrer byelection, with candidate David Farley finishing in a two-party contest against independent Michelle Milthorpe. The result is seen as stunning and marks a shift in Australia's political order. Pauline Hanson declared her party is coming after Coalition and Labor seats around Australia.

One Nation won its first lower house seat in the Farrer byelection, with David Farley defeating independent Michelle Milthorpe, amidst a collapse in the Coalition vote. This victory marks a significant rise in public support for One Nation since the last federal election. The loss will further weaken the Liberal party.

A majority of Australians approve of Pauline Hanson's leadership of One Nation, surpassing the approval ratings of Anthony Albanese and Angus Taylor. The Guardian Essential poll reveals One Nation outperforms the Coalition for the first time, with Australians increasingly pessimistic about the economy and country's future.

Angus Taylor, the opposition leader, claims there is a higher risk of 'bad people coming from bad countries' and specifically targets Iran, while defending his immigration policy and One Nation's preferencing in the Farrer byelection. He also criticizes the Greens by referencing teal candidates' alignment with them.