Farrer
Coverage of Farrer in the Nexus archive.
- One Nation angers miners after rookie MP sides with Greens on fuel rebates
One Nation faces pressure after rookie MP David Farley voted with the Greens and teal independents to cap fuel tax credits, a move opposed by mining and farming groups. The decision affects rebates for industries using heavy machinery.
- Jim Chalmers says budget to address economic anxieties ‘driving’ Australians to One Nation
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.
- Federal budget 2026 live updates: treasurer Jim Chalmers to present budget speech tonight – latest news
The Federal budget 2026 is set to be presented by Treasurer Jim Chalmers tonight, with the Coalition party determining their platform. The Deputy Liberal leader suggests the Coalition should consider the results of the Farrer byelection. The Liberal and National party are focused on increasing their primary vote.
- Pressure mounts on Angus Taylor as Pauline Hanson declares One Nation ‘here for the long haul’
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.
- Nationals MP Colin Boyce says he’s considering move to One Nation after ‘wake-up call’ in Farrer byelection
Nationals MP Colin Boyce considers moving to One Nation after a devastating Coalition result in the Farrer byelection, where the Coalition's vote dropped to about 20%. The result is seen as a wake-up call for the party. Boyce represents the central Queensland seat of Flynn.
- One Nation wins Farrer byelection as Coalition vote collapses
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.
- Australian by-election a litmus test for right-wing One Nation Party
The Australian by-election in Farrer, New South Wales, is a crucial test for the right-wing One Nation Party. A victory would result in One Nation's first MP being elected to Australia's national parliament. This election has significant implications for the party's future.
- ‘Would like to share some thoughts’: One Nation candidate David Farley’s previous involvement with independent movement revealed
One Nation candidate David Farley previously sought to cooperate with the independent Voices movement before the group endorsed Michelle Milthorpe as their candidate. Farley discussed preferences and suggested a platform for a House and Senate campaign. He is expected to win the Farrer byelection ahead of Milthorpe on Saturday.
- Australia news live: Taylor says Coalition preferencing One Nation in Farrer to stop ‘teal policies’; Victoria announces one-off car rego rebate
Angus Taylor, opposition leader, criticizes the overuse of 'welcome to country' ceremonies, calling them devalued. Victoria announces a one-off car registration rebate.
- Liberals and Nationals to preference One Nation in blow to Michelle Milthorpe in Farrer byelection
The Liberal and Nationals parties will preference One Nation over independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe in the Farrer byelection, potentially impacting her chances of winning. One Nation's David Farley and Milthorpe are frontrunners in the four-candidate race for the southern New South Wales seat.
- UK Tory MP who defected to Reform advises One Nation in Australian byelection campaign
Former UK Conservative MP Tom Hunt, now a member of Nigel Farage's Reform party, is advising One Nation's campaign in the Australian Farrer byelection. One Nation, led by Pauline Hanson, aims to achieve a breakthrough in the seat, with Hunt focusing on social media strategy after his recent involvement in South Australia's state election.