Barnaby Joyce, deputy leader of the National Party in Australia, has attributed the contradiction in immigration policy by One Nation's candidate for Farrer, David Farley, to the pressures of campaigning. Farley stated that Australia’s net overseas migration figure of 306,000 last year was 'probably not' too many, which directly contradicts One Nation’s policy that caps immigration at 130,000 annually. During a candidate forum, Farley emphasized the need for skilled migrants to support housing, health, and education policies, suggesting that immigration numbers should align with these needs. Joyce defended Farley, suggesting that the comments were a slip due to campaign stress. Additionally, Joyce dismissed concerns regarding Gina Rinehart's $1.5 million donation of a private plane to One Nation, claiming that such financial backing does not significantly concern voters. The Farrer byelection, taking place next Saturday, is anticipated to be closely contested, particularly between Farley and independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe. Nationals leader Matt Canavan expressed skepticism about the impact of losing the seat, while also criticizing the campaign strategies of both Farley and Milthorpe.