Going backwards is not a path to the future
Pauline Hanson called for Australia to revert to a monoculture in her National Press Club speech on Monday. This proposal would significantly cut immigration and harm labor supply in key sectors, such as health and construction. Critics argue her approach ignores the rich contributions of migrants and could exacerbate existing inequalities for Aboriginal communities.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 10:00 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 10:10 UTC
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