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Pauline Hanson's One Nation surges as Liberals and Nationals falter

One Nation is surging in Australian politics, outpolling Labor and the Coalition for the first time. The party's leader, Pauline Hanson, is tapping into voter anger over economic issues and broken promises, while opposition leader Angus Taylor struggles to connect with voters in Western Australia. Analysts suggest highlighting Hanson's hypocrisy and lack of policy substance could be key to regaining support.

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Aukus decision worst ever by Australian government, says Gareth Evans

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Aukus decision worst ever by Australian government, says Gareth Evans

Former foreign affairs minister Gareth Evans has called the Aukus defence agreement a "ludicrous delusion" and one of Australia's worst foreign policy decisions. He argues a future US administration would only assist Australia if its own assets were threatened, not for an "existential attack".

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Liberal Party Splits Over Cooperation With Pauline Hanson's One Nation

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Liberal Party Splits Over Cooperation With Pauline Hanson's One Nation

Splits emerge in Australia's Liberal Party over cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation. MP Tony Pasin suggested joint targeting of seats, but senior figures like Angus Taylor rejected the idea, emphasizing focus on defeating Labor.

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Splits Emerge in Liberal Party Over Cooperation with Pauline Hanson's One Nation

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Splits Emerge in Liberal Party Over Cooperation with Pauline Hanson's One Nation

Liberal MP Tony Pasin suggested cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation to defeat Labor, but senior colleagues like Angus Taylor rejected the idea. One Nation is polling strongly and targeting Labor seats, fueling debate on right-wing cooperation.

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Coalition rules out deal with One Nation for upcoming election

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has ruled out the Coalition carving up target seats with One Nation at the next federal election, despite One Nation's fundraiser bringing in $1.6 million in a day. Liberal frontbencher Tony Pasin had suggested working with One Nation to target seats from Labor.

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Coalition Rules Out Deal with One Nation Amid Record Fundraising

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has ruled out a Coalition carve-up of target seats with One Nation, despite the party raising $1.6 million in a day. Liberal frontbencher Tony Pasin had suggested working with One Nation, but other senior Liberals rejected the idea.

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Coalition rules out carve-up of seats with One Nation

Opposition leader Angus Taylor has ruled out a Coalition agreement with One Nation to carve up target seats at the next federal election, despite One Nation raising $1.6 million in a day for its 'Fire the Liar' campaign.

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One Nation Raises Over $1.6M Targeting Labor Seats, Liberals Deny Seat-Sharing Deal

One Nation has raised over $1.6 million in a campaign targeting Labor electorates. Leader Pauline Hanson vowed to contest Labor seats, not Coalition ones, at the next election. Meanwhile, Liberal leader Angus Taylor denied any plan to carve up seats with One Nation.

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One Nation's Barnaby Joyce Claims Migrants Outbidding Australians at Home Auctions

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One Nation's Barnaby Joyce Claims Migrants Outbidding Australians at Home Auctions

Barnaby Joyce claims migrants are outbidding Australians at home auctions, despite tax data showing <1% of homes are bought by foreigners. The race discrimination commissioner warns against demonising migrants.

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Liberal Party Backs Preference Deals with One Nation to Counter Surging Support

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Liberal Party Backs Preference Deals with One Nation to Counter Surging Support

Australia's Liberal Party, under new leadership, considers preference deals with One Nation to counter its surging support, potentially shifting further to the right.

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Albanese Mocks Taylor as 'Temu Abbott' Amid Tax Reform Fight

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Albanese Mocks Taylor as 'Temu Abbott' Amid Tax Reform Fight

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has attacked opposition leader Angus Taylor, calling him "Temu Abbott," as the government pushes its tax reform legislation. The Greens are concerned about discretionary powers in the bill, while the Coalition plans to split the legislation to support a tax offset.

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Australia Braces for Imminent El Niño, Forecasters Warn

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Australia Braces for Imminent El Niño, Forecasters Warn

Australia is preparing for an imminent El Niño, with the Bureau of Meteorology and other agencies forecasting its development in the coming months. The World Meteorological Organization noted a 90% chance of El Niño forming in the Pacific before November.

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Tony Abbott Elected Liberal Party President, Vows to Lead 'People's Revolt' Against Labor

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5/31/2026AI summary

Tony Abbott Elected Liberal Party President, Vows to Lead 'People's Revolt' Against Labor

Tony Abbott, former Australian PM, elected unopposed as Liberal Party president, pledges to help lead a 'people's revolt' against the Labor government, sparking concerns of a further rightward shift.

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90% of Young Australians to Benefit from Albanese Government's Tax Proposals, Treasury Claims

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5/29/2026AI summary

90% of Young Australians to Benefit from Albanese Government's Tax Proposals, Treasury Claims

Treasury claims 90% of young Australians will benefit from the Albanese government's tax proposals, including a $1,000 tax deduction and reforms to capital gains tax and negative gearing. The reforms face opposition criticism and internal Labor tensions, particularly over potential impacts on young investors with share market holdings.

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Tim Wilson slams federal budget as 'economic earthquake'

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Tim Wilson slams federal budget as 'economic earthquake'

Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson has called the federal budget an 'economic earthquake' and discussed Paul Keating's criticism of the Coalition's response to Labor's tax reforms. He also defended Angus Taylor's controversial migration policy.

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Immigrants are not a threat to Australia, they are a vital part of its success

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5/21/2026AI summary

Immigrants are not a threat to Australia, they are a vital part of its success

An immigrant argues that the narrative of immigrants swarming Australia to take jobs and culture is false, highlighting the difficult and costly immigration process and the significant contributions immigrants make to the nation's economy and society.

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Senator McLachlan criticises Angus Taylor's welfare plan for non-citizens

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5/19/2026AI summary

Senator McLachlan criticises Angus Taylor's welfare plan for non-citizens

Liberal senator Andrew McLachlan has criticised Angus Taylor's proposal to restrict welfare access to citizens only, warning it would create a 'two-tiered society' and alienate migrant communities. Taylor's plan, aimed at reducing immigration, would bar permanent residents from key benefits even if they pay taxes.

Guardian World

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Liberal Senator Condemns Party's Welfare Policy for Migrants

Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan criticizes his party's plan to cut welfare benefits for tax-paying migrants, warning it creates "two types of community members." He also condemned Angus Taylor's use of "mass immigration" rhetoric, urging a more inclusive approach.

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Liberal MPs concerned over Angus Taylor's immigration policy, fear party 'corroded by hate'

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Liberal MPs concerned over Angus Taylor's immigration policy, fear party 'corroded by hate'

Liberal MPs express concern over Angus Taylor's immigration policy, fearing the party is adopting One Nation's rhetoric and being controlled by Pauline Hanson. Taylor's plan to link immigration intake to housing construction is criticized as 'dog-whistling' and 'corroding the soul' of the Liberal party.

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Opposition Leader Vows to Amend Sex Discrimination Act After Transgender Ruling

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor plans to amend the Sex Discrimination Act to define biological sex after a court ruled excluding a transgender woman from a female-only app was discriminatory. The ruling awarded $20,000 to Roxanne Tickle.

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Opposition Vows to Amend Sex Discrimination Act After Transgender Woman Wins Case

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor plans to amend Australia's Sex Discrimination Act to define sex based on biological birth, following a court ruling that favored a transgender woman in a discrimination case. The ruling awarded damages to Roxanne Tickle against the Giggle for Girls app.

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Opposition vows to amend Sex Discrimination Act after transgender woman wins court case

Opposition leader Angus Taylor vows to amend Australia's Sex Discrimination Act to define sex based on biology, following a Federal Court ruling that a transgender woman was discriminated against by a female-only app. The ruling awarded her $20,000 in damages.

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5/5/2026

Live: Angus Taylor says rate decision is a 'hammer blow' to mortgage borrowers

The opposition leader says the federal government is responsible for the Reserve Bank's interest rate rise. Follow live.

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NEWS

5/5/2026

Live: Angus Taylor says rate decision is a 'hammer blow' to mortgage holders

The opposition leader says the federal government is responsible for the Reserve Bank's interest rate rise. Follow live.

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