Pauline Hanson denies rumoured rift with Barnaby Joyce over Tommy Robinson podcast
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β’Sat, 18 Jul 2026 06:11:00 GMT
π° What Happened
Pauline Hanson has denied rumors of a split with One Nation member Barnaby Joyce. Reports suggested Joyce was unhappy about Hanson's European tour and her podcast with far-right British activist Tommy Robinson. Hanson recorded a one-hour podcast with Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, and made claims about Muslim Australians that have not been proven.
Hanson posted a video from London saying she and Joyce get along well. She claimed Joyce told her she is the best leader he has ever worked with. She also denied that taxpayers paid for her trip with billionaire Gina Rinehart to a Dolce & Gabbana fashion show in Sicily.
π The Backstory
Pauline Hanson leads One Nation, a right-wing political party in Australia. She has been a controversial figure since entering politics in 1996. Barnaby Joyce is a former Nationals leader who joined One Nation earlier this year, shifting the party's profile.
Tommy Robinson is a British activist known for far-right views. He has been convicted of multiple crimes including harassment and stalking. Hanson's decision to appear on his podcast has drawn criticism from many politicians and community groups who say it encourages division.
π― Why It Matters
Hanson's alliance with far-right figures affects how Australian politics is viewed overseas. It also puts pressure on other parties to decide how they will work with One Nation.
Pauline Hanson has denied rumors of a split with One Nation member Barnaby Joyce. Reports suggested Joyce was unhappy about Hanson's European tour and her podcast with far-right British activist Tommy Robinson. Hanson recorded a one-hour podcast with Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, and made claims about Muslim Australians that have not been proven.
Hanson posted a video from London saying she and Joyce get along well. She claimed Joyce told her she is the best leader he has ever worked with. She also denied that taxpayers paid for her trip with billionaire Gina Rinehart to a Dolce & Gabbana fashion show in Sicily.
Pauline Hanson leads One Nation, a right-wing political party in Australia. She has been a controversial figure since entering politics in 1996. Barnaby Joyce is a former Nationals leader who joined One Nation earlier this year, shifting the party's profile.
Tommy Robinson is a British activist known for far-right views. He has been convicted of multiple crimes including harassment and stalking. Hanson's decision to appear on his podcast has drawn criticism from many politicians and community groups who say it encourages division.
Hanson's alliance with far-right figures affects how Australian politics is viewed overseas. It also puts pressure on other parties to decide how they will work with One Nation.