One Nation Victory Confirmed After Recount Includes 81 Missing Ballot Papers
The electoral commissioner conducted the recount after a box of ballot papers was found in another electorate.
One Nation Leader Senator Pauline Hanson is seen with people attending the Australia Marches rally during Australia Day celebrations in Brisbane, Australia on Jan. 26, 2026. AAP Image/Darren England
The conservative-leaning One Nation has won a recount for the regional seat of Narungga in South Australia after the discovery of 81 previously missing ballots from the state election.
One Nation MP Chantelle Thomas’s thin margin of victory has increased from 58 votes to 74 following the recount and distribution of preferences.
Monica O’Shea
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Monica O’Shea is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked as a reporter for Motley Fool Australia, Daily Mail Australia, and Fairfax Regional Media. She can be reached at monica.o'[email protected]
