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'A lot riding' on Pauline Hanson's press club foray

'A lot riding' on Pauline Hanson's press club foray

All eyes are on Pauline Hanson as she delivers her first ever National Press Club address as her party enjoys surging support.

The Morning Wire

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

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Resurgent One Nation leader Pauline Hanson takes the spotlight, addressing a key forum for the first time

Australia's economy is heading for the slowdown it had to have with inflation still stubbornly high

Nathan Cleary has a chance to join elite company if he lifts NSW to a State of Origin series win at the MCG

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