Pauline Hanson says she will not welcome most former Coalition members into One Nation, describing them as “opportunist” defectors, according to multiple outlets. The reporting notes that Hanson makes an exception for one individual, though the sources do not present further details in the available summaries. The comments come as Hanson dines with Clive Palmer, with reports also suggesting the pair have discussed potential cooperation or “joining forces.”
Across the articles, the key theme is Hanson’s attempt to control how One Nation recruits from other parties while managing public messaging about those departures. The outlets describe her stance as a move to shut the door on Coalition defectors generally, while still leaving room for at least one exception. The reporting also connects her comments to her meeting with Palmer, framing the dinner as part of an ongoing political discussion that could shape One Nation’s strategy or alliances. No outlet summary indicates a final agreement, only that talks are being discussed.
