Hanson denies Rinehart's influence over One Nation strategy
Pauline Hanson calls allegations that Gina Rinehart influences One Nation policy "absolute garbage". The recordings came from a former campaign director.
Pauline Hanson rejected claims that Gina Rinehart is shaping One Nation's direction and policy. The allegations came from secret recordings of Sean Black, Hanson's former national campaign director.
Black claimed that Rinehart's followers were moving through One Nation. Black said top adviser James Ashby was using the party to get rich.
Hanson fired Black in April following federal pressure over his past. The controversy received criticism from both major parties.
One Nation polls at 23 per cent in Victoria, running second to the government in power.
- 23 per cent
- One Nation polling in Victoria
- April 2026
- Firing date
- Sean Black
- Former director
Why it mattersThe claims raise questions about who holds real power in One Nation. They also ask whether the party's public positions match what happens behind the scenes.
AustraliaAustralian voters considering One Nation face questions about the party's internal governance and whose interests it truly represents in parliament.
Corroborated bysmh.com.au
