One Nation’s rapid national expansion in disarray as ‘significant risks’ force dissolution of new branches
One Nation's rapid expansion of local branches has encountered significant challenges, leading to the dissolution and reconstitution of its new network. An internal review revealed substantial risks, prompting the party to enforce strict gag orders on its members. The party aims to ensure compliance and legal robustness as it prepares for upcoming elections.
- ▪One Nation has been directed to dissolve and re-establish its branches after an internal review uncovered significant risks.
- ▪New branches and members will be subject to strict gag orders, including non-disclosure agreements and a media silence policy.
- ▪The review found discrepancies in the establishment processes of branches, which could leave them vulnerable to legal challenges.
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Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party has directed its branches to properly reconstitute after an internal review. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPView image in fullscreenPauline Hanson’s One Nation party has directed its branches to properly reconstitute after an internal review. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPOne NationOne Nation’s rapid national expansion in disarray as ‘significant risks’ force dissolution of new branchesExclusive: Documents seen by Guardian Australia also show new branches and members will be subject to strict gag orders Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Sarah MartinThu 21 May 2026 11.00 EDTLast modified on Thu 21 May 2026 11.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleOne Nation’s rapid expansion of local branches across the country is in disarray, with the…
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