Hanson Eyes Off National’s Territory Amid Lower House Speculation

Senator Hanson has previously expressed interest in moving to the lower house—by convention previous Australian prime ministers have come from there.

One Nation leader, Pauline Hanson, fronts the media ahead of the Farrer by-election along with David Farley in Albury on May 8, 2026. Jesse Thompson/Getty Images

The Nationals are spoiling for a fight with Pauline Hanson over one of their prized regional seats after revelations the One Nation leader is hoping to establish a foothold in central Queensland.

Senator Hanson has asked the Department of Finance to investigate whether she can set up an additional electorate office in Yeppoon, which sits in the seat of Capricornia.