Joyce dismisses reports Hanson wants daughter to lead One Nation

One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce has dismissed reports suggesting party leader Pauline Hanson may be grooming her daughter to take over the party's leadership. Joyce, who defected from the Nationals to One Nation last year, stated that such speculation does not concern him. He emphasized his dedication to the party's "philosophical change for Australia" and its goal to "make sure we become as strong as powerful as quickly as possible."

Joyce made these remarks alongside Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek during a television appearance. Plibersek addressed public sentiment, acknowledging that people are frustrated and that the government must demonstrate tangible change. She highlighted the need to ensure promised tax cuts reach individuals promptly.

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It doesn't worry me. Honestly, I'm here for the philosophical change for Australia to try and get us back on track, to try and make sure we become as strong as powerful as quickly as possible.

A recent Resolve poll cited by the media indicates a shift in voter preference, with Pauline Hanson reportedly overtaking Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as the preferred choice for Prime Minister. Plibersek commented on the poll, suggesting it reflects public frustration and the government's ongoing efforts to implement changes and deliver on economic promises.

Meanwhile, a two-day Senate inquiry into the federal government's budget measures is set to commence. The budget included significant changes to capital gains tax, negative gearing, and trusts, which have drawn criticism from the business and start-up sectors. The government is reportedly consulting with these sectors on potential compromises, including averaging capital gains over multiple years.

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We've got to demonstrate that things are changing and that takes a while. We've just got to keep working to make sure that that those tax cuts that we want to deliver right now get to people.