Pauline Hanson is no prime minister. This is what Labor must do to stem the rise of One Nation | Peter Beattie

When I became premier in Queensland in 1998, it was against a rise in One Nation support. There are valuable lessons for federal Labor today Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast To confuse One Nation with its supporters would be a fatal political mistake for both the federal government and the opposition. Many of the supporters of One Nation are hardworking, decent Australians who are disillusioned with the major political parties and are worried about the uncertainties facing their families’ financial future, the high cost of living and the impact of AI on their jobs. At the core of their concerns is a deep-seated worry that Australia is heading in the wrong direction and they are not being listened to or included in the nation’s journey. Set out a clear and explainable immigration policy based on skills and a set annual number Explain the economic and social benefits of Australian multiculturalism in that immigration policy Set out a vision of what a future Australia will look like in 2050 Sets out a visionary policy which skills the nation for future jobs as part of a policy dealing with the impact of AI on the workforce Explains how the federal government will encourage and sustain our keys industries through job creating innovation Outlines capital investment in the regions that will provide long overdue infrastructure and job security. That means providing a firm future direction for regional Australia Ongoing cost-of-living measures which enable families to financially survive. One-off handouts don’t cut it among ONP supporters. Continue reading...