One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has delivered a strikingly personal revelation during a candid radio appearance, declaring her romantic life firmly in the past as she dedicates herself entirely to her political career.
Hanson's Candid Confession on Love and Life
The 71-year-old federal senator, who has been divorced twice, appeared on B105's Stav, Abby & Matt show, where she openly discussed her personal priorities. "I've had two marriages. I've been a single woman since 1987 so my whole life now is basically, I'm not interested in settling down with anyone," Hanson stated bluntly. She added, "Been there, done that. I think my career is my life now."
Hanson elaborated that the demands of her political work leave no room for maintaining a personal partnership. "Not only that, it wouldn't be fair on my partner because I'm never hardly home," she explained, underscoring her full commitment to her role as One Nation's leader.
A Political Life Amid Personal History
The senator's personal history includes two marriages: first to Walter Zagorski in the 1970s, with whom she had two children, and later to Mark Hanson in 1980, taking his surname before their divorce in 1987. Rumours also circulated in 2011 about a brief involvement with One Nation co-founder David Oldfield, though these were never confirmed.
One Nation's Remarkable Polling Surge
Hanson's personal revelations come at a pivotal moment for her political party. A recent Newspoll has shown One Nation's primary vote soaring to 22 per cent, a dramatic increase from just 8 per cent before the May 3 election. This places the party ahead of the Coalition, which trails at 21 per cent, while Labor leads at 32 per cent.
This marks the first time in Australian political history that a minor party has outpolled one of the nation's longstanding major parties, signalling a significant shift in the political landscape.
Albanese's "Worry" and Hanson's Fierce Retort
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described One Nation's surge in support as "a worry" during an interview on KIIS FM. "It's a worry because they can appeal to grievance, but they're a pretty divisive lot. And I think it's a worry," Albanese stated, advocating for mainstream politics and the traditional parties of government.
Hanson responded with characteristic force during a Sky News appearance, dismissing the Prime Minister's assessment. "That's a pot calling the kettle black. What a hypocrite he is," she declared. "I've got no time for him. The worst Prime Minister this country has ever had. Yes, he should be worried and I tell you what, Anthony Albanese, I'm coming after you."
Hanson's Vow and Political Accusations
The One Nation leader made a bold pledge regarding the next election, vowing, "I want to see you gone from being Prime Minister of this country at the next election and I'm going to work my butt off to make it happen."
Hanson accused Albanese of hypocrisy over his claims about divisiveness, pointing to his strong push for the failed Indigenous Voice to Parliament in 2023. She also criticised what she perceives as a lack of action to address antisemitism, referencing the Bondi Beach massacre on December 14.
In broader terms, Hanson claimed that many politicians "don't care about the Australian way of life" and have consistently ignored warnings about critical national issues, positioning herself and One Nation as alternatives focused on these concerns.
As Pauline Hanson firmly closes the door on personal romance, she appears more determined than ever to channel all her energy into her political career, with One Nation's rising poll numbers providing a powerful backdrop to her renewed focus.
