30 August 2026
Newspoll: One Nation back on top as PM takes aim at 'divisive' politics
One Nation has returned to the top of a Newspoll as the prime minister publicly criticised 'divisive' politics. The Australian reported the poll result and the prime minister's remarks. The report links the party's rise in the Newspoll with an apparent effort by the prime minister to push back against polarising rhetoric. No further figures or details were provided in the summary of the report.
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A Newspoll putting One Nation ahead could prompt major parties to change campaign messaging and prioritise different policy themes.
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