Barnaby Joyce reportedly nearing defection to Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, potentially reshaping Australia’s political landscape.

Barnaby Joyce, former Nationals leader and MP for New England, is reportedly in advanced talks to defect to Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, a move that could reshape Australia’s political landscape. The potential switch, not confirmed by Joyce, follows criticism of the Nationals’ climate policies and regional representation, and comes after a senior NSW Nationals official joined One Nation. Hanson welcomed the possibility, suggesting other disaffected Coalition members might follow. The shift reflects growing instability within the Coalition, though no formal announcement has been made.