Pauline Hanson and One Nation: A Surge in Women Voter Support Reflecting Global Far-Right Trends
Pauline Hanson attracting women voters? It’s part of a global far-right trend

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Pauline Hanson and her party, One Nation, have seen a dramatic increase in support among women voters in Australia, with their primary vote rising to 31%. This trend mirrors a global pattern where women are increasingly leading and supporting far-right parties, challenging traditional gender roles within these movements.
- 01One Nation's primary vote among Australian women has increased to 28%, up from 9% in June 2025.
- 02Pauline Hanson is now the most popular party leader among women voters, surpassing the Prime Minister.
- 03Women are increasingly active in far-right parties, participating at rates higher than men.
- 04Globally, women leaders in far-right parties include Marine Le Pen, Giorgia Meloni, and Frauke Petry.
- 05Far-right parties are actively recruiting women to enhance their electoral appeal and legitimacy.
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Pauline Hanson and her party, One Nation, have gained significant traction in Australia, particularly among women voters, with a recent poll indicating their primary vote has surged to 31%, up from just 7% two years ago. A study by RedBridge and Accent Research shows that 28% of women now prefer One Nation for the House of Representatives, a notable increase from 9% in June 2025. This rise is part of a broader global trend where women are not only leading far-right parties, such as Marine Le Pen in France and Giorgia Meloni in Italy, but also actively participating as voters and grassroots members. Despite traditionally being seen as male-dominated, far-right parties are witnessing a growing female membership, with women making up between 25% to 33% of party members in various countries. This shift reflects women's dissatisfaction with mainstream parties and their handling of issues like the cost-of-living crisis. As women increasingly engage in far-right politics, they are helping to reshape the image of these parties, making them appear more mainstream and electorally viable.
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The rise of One Nation among women voters could influence future electoral outcomes in Australia, particularly in how parties address women's issues and concerns.
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