One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has thrown her support behind Opposition leader Angus Taylor’s proposal to index Australia’s tax thresholds, arguing that workers are being heavily taxed as their incomes rise.
Speaking to Sky News, Hanson said Australia’s tax system requires a major overhaul to make it fairer, particularly for people working overtime. She said many Australians are paying excessive tax despite working additional hours and called for broader taxation reform before the next federal election.
Taylor’s proposal aims to address bracket creep by automatically adjusting tax thresholds with inflation. The policy is expected to cost at least $22.5 billion.
Hanson said she had not yet examined all details of Labor’s policies relating to negative gearing, capital gains tax and trusts, noting she had been focused on campaigning. She also criticised Labor’s decision to legislate tax cuts, describing it as a political tactic designed to pressure the opposition and minor parties.
The One Nation leader also revealed she is considering contesting a lower house seat at the next election. Hanson said she had not made a final decision but believed she was capable of serving as prime minister if given the opportunity.
Separately, Hanson defended previous comments about Islam and migration, maintaining support for stricter migration policies and suggesting Australia should consider restricting arrivals from certain countries she believes present ideological concerns.