One Nation's SA Election: Buzz vs Seats

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is Sydney News Today. One nation's strong showing in recent South Australia election polls has become a major talking point in the campaign leading up to the Saturdays. Vote. The party is seen as a key test for its national growth, with federal MP Barnaby Joyce predicting it will top the primary vote in many seats on March 23. Joyce and lead candidate Corey Bernardi, both stressed that while high primary votes are likely, winning seats will hinge on preferences from Labour and Liberals, whom Bernardi calls the UNI Party. Bernardi set representation in Parliament as the real measure of success. Supporters at recent events and places like Mount Gambier cited issues like immigration and housing as reasons for backing one nation, with many saying, they're switching from major parties. Party leader Pauline Hanson reported meeting first-time voters everywhere, including former Liberal and Labour backers. Bernardi plans to push a bill repelling the state voiced the Parliament if elected amid

1:02ongoing controversy over his past comments linking gay marriage. To other issues, which he mostly stands by. Meanwhile, Premier Peter Malinowskas warned his team to stay paranoid to avoid complacency. Liberal leader Ashton Hurn noted, one nation's appeal amid voter frustration, but said polls can be off, and she's focused on her party's plans. All eyes are on whether one nation can turn buzz into actual seats. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com