Media outlets accuse a political party of censorship after being barred from attending press conferences, with concerns raised over transparency. The ABC and The Guardian condemned the exclusion, calling it an attempt to evade public accountability. During a recent event, the party’s state leader acknowledged past offenses including illegal drug use and drink driving. Critics warn the restrictions could undermine democratic scrutiny and media freedom.
News outlets raise alarm after being barred from media events and condemn offensive comments made by party director James AshbyFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe ABC and the Guardian have called on One Nation to reverse its ban on select media outlets from press conferences amid warnings the party is practising censorship and actively avoiding public scrutiny.On Tuesday both outlets were asked to leave a One Nation press conference in Victoria. During the event, the state’s party leader, Warren Pickering, admitted to illegal drug use and drink driving.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...
