One Nation Split Over Migration Targets and Labor Alignment

One Nation MP David Farley sparked internal party conflict after admitting that the party's net overseas migration (NOM) target is similar to that of the Albanese government. Appearing on ABC's Insiders, Farley argued that while One Nation officially proposes a cap of 130,000 migrants per year, this represents a "true NOM" that excludes approximately 100,000 additional essential workers in aged care, engineering, and the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme. This brings the total estimate to 230,000, closely aligning with the federal government's target of 245,000 for 2026-27.

Party leader Pauline Hanson quickly refuted Farley's claims, asserting that the party's total net migration target is strictly 130,000. Hanson argued this goal would be achieved by reducing graduate visas and international student numbers. Farley maintained that the additional skilled workers are necessary for productivity in mining, agriculture, and engineering rather than in urban centers.

The dispute drew criticism from political opponents. Energy Minister Chris Bowen suggested Farley's views align with the government, while Coalition spokesman Jonno Duniam accused the party of making up policy on the run. Simultaneously, the Australian Industry Group warned that slashing skilled migration during persistent workforce shortages would jeopardize infrastructure and housing delivery. In a separate legal matter, Hanson announced she will appeal to the High Court after a Federal Court ruling found she breached racial vilification laws regarding Greens Senator Mehreen Faruqi.