At the Bush Summit in Toowoomba, Senator Pauline Hanson argued that Australia cannot rely solely on solar and wind, which produce just 18–30% of power at best. She called for new coal-fired power stations in North Queensland and South Australia, and the introduction of nuclear energy—starting with one plant, not seven. Hanson said governments must ensure affordable, reliable power to revive manufacturing, protect small businesses, and cut soaring household bills.