Perth MPs in One Nation’s sights hit back as Hanson show leaves town

June 12, 2026 — 9:41am

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West Australian Labor politicians have hit back after One Nation leader Pauline Hanson put their seats in the party’s sights during a whirlwind trip to Perth this week.

Hanson revealed the party would focus its efforts on the federal Labor strongholds of Brand and Cowan, telling 6PR’s Simon Beaumont that One Nation had installed a stronger vetting process to make sure the party has the best possible candidates for Western Australia.

“We’ve actually got a new vetting process now, it’s extremely hardcore vetting of candidates that we’ve got standing for us now,” she said.

“So far, for the next federal election, we’ve had 1500 people who want to be candidates.”

However, Brand MP Madeleine King said One Nation was “only focused on themselves and their own interests”, and insisted Labor was focused on delivering policies.

“One Nation offers anger – but they don’t offer any answers. Just like their mates in the Liberal Party, they have consistently opposed cost-of-living relief for Australians,” she said.

“They have an appalling record on pay and job security for workers, they oppose increases to the minimum wage and they want to make it easier to sack people.”

Meanwhile, Cowan MP Anne Aly said her electorate was not a political experiment for One Nation.

“I know this community, and I know its strength. Cowan is proudly multicultural, hardworking and generous,” she said.

“People from all backgrounds live, work and contribute here; and I will always stand up for that. This community deserves respect, not One Nation division.

“My focus is on delivering for local families, strengthening Medicare, supporting........

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