A landslide result in a Western Australian state byelection has handed One Nation a decisive victory, with its candidate securing over half the vote after preferences. The party’s leader in the state called the outcome a shock that could reshape political dynamics nationwide. Counting remains underway, but the margin suggests a significant shift in local sentiment. The win comes as Labor’s candidate trails by a substantial lead, raising questions about broader electoral trends.
One Nation candidate Luke Herdegen secures 57% of the vote after preferences as party’s WA leader says result will send shock waves across the countryOne Nation has claimed victory in the Secret Harbour state byelection in Western AustraliaWith 74.5% of the vote counted, One Nation’s Luke Herdegen leads Labor’s Georgia Tree 57-42 after preferences. Continue reading...
