'We're resonating': Hanson revs up support among the true believers

Pauline Hanson is building powerful momentum in the Hunter, drawing huge crowds and strong support as Australians rally around One Nation’s message on housing affordability, cost-of-living pressures, and immigration. Visiting the Full Throttle Ranch at Buttai as a guest judge for the Bikes, Cars and Coffee show, Pauline Hanson was met with hundreds of locals eager to meet her, take photos, and tell her directly that they want their country back and trust One Nation to deliver real change.

The event drew classic car lovers, families, and young Australians frustrated with rising living costs and a political class that feels out of touch. Pauline Hanson spoke warmly about her connection to car culture, saying she grew up around Chevies and Pontiacs and understands the pride Australians have in their vehicles. As she walked the grounds, voters repeatedly stopped her to offer encouragement, tell her she had their vote, and share their worries about the future — especially whether younger Australians will ever own a home.

Joined by Senator Sean Bell and Hunter candidate Stuart Bonds, Pauline Hanson made it clear that One Nation is gaining ground fast. Stuart Bonds, a coal miner with deep community ties, has already delivered the party’s strongest result in the seat and is preparing for another run in 2028. Pauline Hanson said the energy on the ground shows One Nation is resonating with locals who feel ignored by both Labor and the Liberals.

Fresh polling reinforces what Hanson hears daily: Australians overwhelmingly believe immigration levels are too high and are driving housing shortages. While the government tries to downplay the issue, voters know the truth — and One Nation is the only party speaking honestly about how mass migration is pushing up demand, blocking young people from entering the housing market, and straining communities.

Pauline Hanson says the mood in the Hunter reflects a nationwide shift. People want leaders who listen, not politicians who sit in Canberra and dismiss their concerns. With One Nation’s polling climbing and frustration with major parties growing, Hanson believes the once-unthinkable is now firmly on the table: the seat of Hunter could be won by One Nation in 2028.

Stuart Bonds summed up the mood perfectly, saying politics is a slow, hard process, but the polling proves Australians are waking up. And with Pauline Hanson personally backing him, One Nation is poised to make history.