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politics1 day ago
Pauline Hanson Blames End of White Australia Policy for Migration Issues
Pauline Hanson said the end of the White Australia policy created migration problems and named her daughter as the future of One Nation. She spoke during a UK visit that included conference appearances and a holiday with a billionaire benefactor.
politics1 day ago
Pauline Hanson Says Daughter Lee Has Potential to Lead One Nation but Must Prove Herself
Pauline Hanson stated on 17 July 2026 that her daughter Lee Hanson is the future of One Nation and has potential to lead the party. The remarks were made in a podcast released that morning.
thewire.inpolitics2 days ago
One Nation distances itself from meeting with UK activist
One Nation moved to distance itself from a meeting between its leader and a UK activist after poll numbers fell. A senior staff member said the network arranged the encounter after another planned interview fell through. The party’s relationship with a key recruit has shown signs…
sbs.com.aupolitics2 days ago
Pauline Hanson Meets Gina Rinehart at Sicilian Resort
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson paused her England speaking tour to meet billionaire Gina Rinehart at a luxury hotel in Taormina, Sicily. The visit occurred as multiple polls showed a drop in One Nation support.
jns.orgtechnology2 days ago
Senator Shared Antisemitic Mural Image in 2024 Post
A senator posted an image of a mural removed in 2012 for antisemitic content. Jewish organizations later included the post in a 2024 antisemitism report.
theconversation.comai4 days ago
Labor MP Ed Husic Opposes Copyright Changes to Aid AI Firms
Ed Husic said weakening copyright rules for AI training would contradict Labor principles of fair pay. The Media Entertainment & Arts Alliance urged stricter protections for creators. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is scheduled to address AI policy on Wednesday.
news.sky.compolitics4 days ago
Australian dwelling values fell 0.4 percent in June while Shadow Minister cites migration and building shortfalls
Shadow Housing Minister Andrew Bragg said he supports lower house prices if they improve affordability for young buyers. Opposition Leader Angus Taylor said Australia faces an economic crisis and that he would not meet far-right podcaster Tommy Robinson.
The Sydney Morning Heraldsports4 days ago
Labor MP Discloses Sportsbet Tickets to Midwinter Ball
A Labor member of parliament reported accepting two tickets to a Canberra event from the betting company. The disclosure follows earlier reporting on the same attendance.
nypost.comai4 days ago
Australian Prime Minister to Outline AI Principles
The prime minister will deliver a speech on Wednesday titled AI in Australia’s interests. The address comes as negotiations remain stalled over copyright exemptions sought by AI companies and as opposition grows to data centre projects.
sbs.com.aupolitics5 days ago
Australian Minister Says Government Tracks ISIS-Linked Woman and Will Block 13 Suspects from Return
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke said on 13 July 2026 that authorities know the location of Sydney woman Hodan Abby and will use legal tools to bar 13 suspected ISIS fighters from returning. A Resolve poll showed One Nation support fell three points.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics5 days ago
GetUp Launches Two-Year Campaign Targeting One Nation Record
The activist group GetUp has shifted to a long-term strategy of highlighting One Nation’s parliamentary voting record on wages, healthcare and workers’ rights. The change follows a banner protest at Pauline Hanson’s National Press Club address and a subsequent rise in donations.
sbs.com.aupolitics6 days ago
One Nation support falls three points in July poll
Support for One Nation dropped three points to 26 per cent in July while Coalition support rose by the same margin. Labor remained at 28 per cent and the Greens stayed at 12 per cent.
forbes.compolitics6 days ago
Albanese AI Speech Expected Without Copyright Law Changes as Ministers Differ on Reform
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will address government plans for AI regulation on Wednesday. Senior Labor sources say ministers remain divided over copyright protections for creatives.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics6 days ago
One Nation Proposes Expanded Role for Reserve Bank of Australia
One Nation treasury spokesman Barnaby Joyce said the party would review the Reserve Bank of Australia’s operations and scope. He argued the central bank should advise the government on spending and regulation to reduce inflation.
politics9 days ago
Opposition leader says One Nation policies would cost $1 trillion over decade
Opposition leader Angus Taylor stated that four One Nation policies would add a trillion dollars in costs over ten years and raise annual mortgage interest by $20,000. He also outlined Coalition plans to reverse recent tax changes and cut government spending.
politics11 days ago
Australian Prime Minister Apologizes for Podcast Remark About Kylie Minogue
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologized July 6 after admitting on a July 2 podcast that he would have sex with pop star Kylie Minogue. The comment came during a hypothetical question about three female celebrities.
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Timeworld12 days ago
Australian Prime Minister Apologizes for Podcast Remarks on Kylie Minogue
The Prime Minister apologized unequivocally after a podcast exchange in which he said he would shag, marry, and date the singer. Opposition senators called the comments disrespectful and inappropriate.
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Australian prime minister apologizes after podcast game comment on singer
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese apologized after participating in a game during a podcast interview. The exchange involved a question about singer Kylie Minogue and drew online attention.
politics12 days ago
Australian Prime Minister Apologises for Podcast Remarks on Singer
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's office released a statement apologising for comments made during a podcast interview. The remarks concerned a hypothetical question about three Australian entertainers.
awfulannouncing.compolitics12 days ago
Government permits gambling ads on streaming services during live sports
New rules let digital platforms display gambling advertisements at half-time and quarter-time breaks for registered adult users who do not opt out. The changes replace an existing advertising blackout that applied to live sport streamed between 5am and 8.30pm.
world13 days ago
Australian Prime Minister Names Celebrity Preference in Podcast Interview
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese participated in a podcast interview where he discussed personal topics and answered a hypothetical question about three celebrities. The interview occurred at the prime minister's residence in Canberra.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics16 days ago
Australian Government Faces Senate Setbacks on Three Policy Measures
The government lost votes on gambling advertising reform, social media enforcement changes, and aged care assessment rules. It will introduce its own aged care legislation during the winter recess.
themandarin.com.auworld16 days ago
Former NSW minister calls for federal opposition leader to resign over ally’s ICAC links
A former state police minister urged the federal opposition leader to step down, citing his ties to a Catholic schools official now under investigation. The anti-corruption commission announced a public inquiry into alleged illegal donations involving Liberal Party figures.
sbs.com.auworld17 days ago
Coalition Talking Points Document Focuses on Labor Tax Plans and Own Policies
Abc reported that senior Coalition MPs received a seven-page daily talking points document on Tuesday containing one reference to One Nation and no mention of Pauline Hanson. The document directs MPs to focus attacks on Labor tax plans while urging them to stay the course on poll…
The Sydney Morning Heraldtechnology18 days ago
Foreign accounts boost One Nation support on Facebook
A network of overseas accounts has created new Facebook groups backing One Nation, with one reaching 117,000 members. The activity appears coordinated and originates outside Australia.
world18 days ago
Liberal frontbencher calls for party rebrand after poll decline
A Liberal frontbencher said the party should review its values, policies and messaging to improve voter appeal. A second frontbencher said voters want policy changes rather than a rebrand.
The Guardianpolitics19 days ago
Australian Electoral Commission Reviews One Nation Election Funding Claim
Officials questioned Pauline Hanson’s party over more than $800,000 in claimed electoral expenditure after the last election, The Guardian reported.
sbs.com.aupolitics20 days ago
Australian Electoral Commission Reviews One Nation Public Funding Claim
The commission questioned more than $800,000 in claimed expenses and is examining whether the party breached electoral funding laws. The party withdrew over 140 items after the inquiries.
news.sky.comworld20 days ago
Australian actor reportedly calls senator a pelican after monoculture remarks
An Australian actor responded to a senator's reference to him as an example of Australian monoculture by reportedly using the term pelican. The exchange followed the senator's Senate speech and drew on earlier film dialogue.
thehindu.compolitics21 days ago
New Australian party seeks to recruit former independents for Senate run
Community Strong Australia, formed by two independent members of parliament, is inviting two former colleagues to join and is seeking support from other independents to contest Senate seats in 2028.
world21 days ago
One Nation Candidate Wins Farrer By-Election
One Nation's candidate won the 2026 Farrer by-election, ending the Coalition's long hold on the southern New South Wales rural seat. Voters cited frustration with major parties and specific policy promises on water, energy, and health.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld21 days ago
Walter Zagorski Describes Early Marriage to Pauline Hanson
Walter Zagorski, Pauline Hanson’s first husband, spoke publicly for the first time about their marriage that began when she was 16. He described their relationship and offered his view of the factors that shaped her later political career.
The Guardianpolitics22 days ago
Liberal leader Angus Taylor gives non-answers on multiculturalism at press conference
Taylor avoided a direct answer on multiculturalism during a Tuesday press conference. Several shadow ministers later endorsed cultural diversity in clear terms. The episode has prompted internal discussion about the party's strategy toward One Nation.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld22 days ago
Liberal Leader Faces Questions Over Multiculturalism Response
The opposition leader faced repeated questions about support for multiculturalism after a One Nation speech. Colleagues expressed concerns about communications while noting policy work continues.
rnz.co.nzworld22 days ago
Parliament Passes Capital Gains Tax Changes After Government Withdraws Some Measures and Deals With Greens
Budget measures altering capital gains tax, negative gearing and introducing a $250 offset cleared both houses on 25 June 2026 after Labor secured Greens support. A new party, Community Strong Australia, was also launched the same day by two independent MPs.
theconversation.compolitics23 days ago
Two Teal MPs Form Community Strong Australia Party
Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launched Community Strong Australia on Thursday with four core principles and no formal leader. The party aims to attract moderate Liberal voters, disaffected Labor supporters, and independents ahead of the next federal election.
politics25 days ago
Opposition Leader Avoids Commitment on Multiculturalism Policy
The opposition leader declined five times to state whether the Coalition supports multiculturalism or endorses a monoculture model. The leader instead emphasized support for shared Australian values and a stricter values test for immigrants.
sbs.com.auworld25 days ago
Angus Taylor Declines to Endorse Multiculturalism Label but Affirms Civic Values and Non-Racial Immigration
Angus Taylor declined to endorse multiculturalism during a press conference, instead listing commitments to Australian values. Labor ministers and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defended the policy against calls for a monoculture.
The Guardianworld25 days ago
One Nation Leader Says Small Businesses Cannot Afford Paid Parental Leave
The One Nation leader stated that small businesses cannot afford paid parental leave and that government funding is acceptable. Labor representatives said the comments showed a misunderstanding of existing rules. Nearly 70 percent of businesses currently provide additional paid p…
sbs.com.aupolitics26 days ago
Australia halves fuel excise cut to 16 cents a litre through early August before ending it
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will convene a virtual national cabinet meeting on 22 June 2026 to discuss fuel security after the government extended the fuel excise cut at a reduced rate.
theiranproject.comfinance27 days ago
Reserve Bank Holds Rates as US and Iran Agree to End Conflict
The Reserve Bank kept interest rates unchanged last week while signaling a possible future increase. The move followed an initial US-Iran agreement to end more than three months of conflict.
freepressjournal.inpolitics27 days ago
One Nation Leader Proposes Changes to Paid Parental Leave and Childcare
The leader of One Nation addressed the National Press Club on Wednesday and outlined proposals affecting paid parental leave, family tax treatment, and the childcare system. Economists said the changes could affect workforce participation and productivity.
politics28 days ago
Pauline Hanson Calls for Australia to Adopt Monocultural Policy
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson stated at a National Press Club address that Australia should reject multiculturalism and require all residents to live under one cultural framework. Academics and journalists responded by examining what the proposal would mean in practice.
traveldailymedia.comworld30 days ago
Qantas Delays First Nonstop Sydney-London Flight to November 2027
The airline revised the timeline for its Project Sunrise service. The change follows earlier postponements of the planned nonstop route.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics31 days ago
National Press Club Refers GetUp Banner Incident to Australian Federal Police
The National Press Club referred footage of a banner unfurled behind Pauline Hanson to the Australian Federal Police. One Nation said the incident compromised Hanson's safety during her speech.
politics31 days ago
One Nation Leader Calls for End to Multiculturalism in National Press Club Address
Pauline Hanson outlined plans to end multiculturalism and criticized high migration levels during her address. A banner installed by GetUp briefly interrupted the speech before staff removed it and referred the incident to police.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics32 days ago
Poll Shows Mixed Support for Taylor’s Welfare, Immigration and Tax Proposals
A Resolve Political Monitor survey found 48 per cent support for limiting welfare to citizens and permanent residents and 42 per cent support for linking immigration to housing completions.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics33 days ago
One Nation leads Australian voter poll at 29 percent
A Resolve Political Monitor poll conducted June 8-13 found One Nation at 29 percent primary support, ahead of Labor at 28 percent and the Coalition at 20 percent. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson received 33 percent support as preferred prime minister.
uctoday.compolitics34 days ago
One Nation support rises to 28% among Australian voters
Polling shows the party’s primary vote has climbed from 6.4% in May 2025 to 28% in recent surveys. Support is highest among voters in their 40s and 50s who report lower home-ownership rates and slower wage growth.
The Guardianpolitics34 days ago
Liberal Senator Jonno Duniam to Leave Parliament Before End of 2026
The Tasmanian senator and shadow home affairs minister informed opposition leader Angus Taylor of his plan to leave parliament. Duniam cited family priorities and exhaustion from the party’s earlier leadership change.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld36 days ago
One Nation fundraiser relocated in Melbourne after venue cites protest concerns
One Nation moved a sold-out fundraising event from a Moonee Ponds bistro to an undisclosed Melbourne location. The venue acted after police raised concerns about planned protest activity. Party officials said the event would proceed but did not disclose attendance figures.
politics37 days ago
Treasurer Chalmers Defends Housing Tax Reforms as One Nation Polls Rise Ahead of Senate Inquiry
Treasurer Jim Chalmers addressed One Nation's polling gains and defended proposed changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax at a Labor policy forum in Sydney.
politics37 days ago
One Nation Raises Over Two Million Dollars in Two Days for Anti-Labor Campaign
One Nation collected more than two million dollars within 48 hours after launching a donation drive using the slogan 'Fire the liar.' The party plans to use the funds to target Labor-held seats ahead of the next federal election.
politics37 days ago
Liberal leader says no plan for parties to coordinate seats
The leader of the Liberal Party stated there is no plan for collaboration with other parties on which seats to contest. One Nation reported raising more than $1.5 million in a single day, though the figure remains unverified.
politics38 days ago
Nationals Frontbencher Leaves Open Possibility of Coalition With One Nation
Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie said she would not rule out a future coalition with One Nation after the next federal election. The comments came during a television appearance alongside Labor MP Josh Burns.
theconversation.comworld39 days ago
Abbott Endorses Preference Deals Between Conservative Parties, Citing Labor-Greens Example
New Liberal president Tony Abbott endorsed preference swaps with One Nation and said the party would not win by being only slightly less progressive than Labor. Opposition leader Angus Taylor left the door open to cooperation with the populist party.
politics39 days ago
Survey Shows Labor Trails Coalition and One Nation in Victoria
A recent poll placed the Labor Party behind the Coalition and One Nation in the Victorian state election race. Advocacy groups stated that proposed NDIS changes would increase unpaid care work for women.
theconversation.compolitics40 days ago
Newspoll: One Nation 31%, Labor 30%, Coalition slumps to 18%
A Newspoll published by The Australian showed One Nation ahead of Labor for the first time in recent surveys, while former prime minister Julia Gillard condemned new billboards reviving the phrase 'Ditch the Witch'.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics42 days ago
Albanese Defends Broken Negative Gearing and CGT Promises as Critics Condemn Limited Scrutiny
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese justified overhauling negative gearing and the CGT discount to deliver real change and counter grievance-based politics. The Productivity Commission will examine ways to increase housing supply.
sbs.com.aupolitics42 days ago
One Nation Records 24 Percent Primary Vote in Latest Resolve Poll
Pauline Hanson will address the National Press Club on June 17. One Nation has recorded primary vote shares of 24 percent in the Resolve Political Monitor and 31 percent in a Redbridge poll.