The unprecedented rise of One Nation is explored in a new special feature program which premiered on Sky News Australia.
The political party, founded in 1997 and led by Pauline Hanson, has seen a surge in support over the past three months and now half of the Australian population would seriously consider voting for One Nation, according to the latest Sky News Pulse polling from YouGov.
As the Coalition attempts to rebuild itself following an electoral wipeout last year and leadership turmoil in the months that followed, One Nation’s policies – particularly on immigration – and the leadership of Senator Hanson, are the major drivers of voters’ interest in the minor party, according to opinion polling.
This compelling special gives viewers exclusive inside access to the first joint party room meeting between Pauline Hanson and her star recruit Barnaby Joyce, marking a dramatic new chapter in the party’s evolution.
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‘The Rise of One Nation’ follows Senator Hanson and Mr Joyce on the road through Toowoomba and Tamworth, testing their popularity in key regional heartlands.
As they meet voters face-to-face, ‘The Rise of One Nation’ hears directly from Australians who explain why they are looking to vote for the minor party, while exploring criticism of the party and its views.
With the South Australian election to take place on March 21, attention is turning to One Nation’s Cory Bernardi and what will mark the first electoral test of this new alliance.
‘The Rise of One Nation’ is presented by Sky News National Affairs Correspondent Jonathan Lea.
It premiered on Sky News Australia on Sunday 15 March at 8.30pm AEDT and is now available to stream online at SkyNews.com.au.
How to watch
‘The Rise of One Nation’ will aired at 8.30pm AEDT on Sunday across Sky News on Foxtel, Sky News Regional, Sky News Now on LG/Samsung connected TVs, and is now available to stream online at SkyNews.com.au.
Who features
The in-depth documentary, presented by Jonathan Lea, features key members from within Pauline Hanson’s team as well as political figures from across the aisle.
The program includes One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, former Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce, retired Nationals Senator John ‘Wacka’ Williams and Greens Senator Nick McKim.
It will also highlight Australian billionaire Clive Palmer, Senate election guru Glenn Druery, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, One Nation Senator Malcolm Roberts and ordinary Australians from across the country.