One Nation Set for $6M Taxpayer Payout in SA

0:00It's May 1st. This is Adelaide News today, powered by AI. One nation in South Australia is set for a massive $6 million taxpayer payout after their strong showing in the recent state election. New laws there tie public funding directly to votes, handing out $5.50 for each one received. This cash flows over the next four years to help parties run operations in gear up for future campaigns. These projections from the Australia Institute put one nation behind labor's $10 million and the Liberals' $9 million, but double what the... Greens expect that $3 million. The setup stems from 2024 legislation that banned most political donations, aiming to level the field by replacing private money with, public dollars. Experts call it generous funding at record levels, boosting one nation to major party status with resources for staff, offices, and smoother operations. Every President Carlos Cuoremba says they'll use it to bill professionally without losing

1:01their grassroots vibe, eyeing a real shot at power by 2030. Meanwhile, the donation cap forced leader Cory Bernardi to cover private jet flights himself during the campaign. Link to billionaire backers. A recent high court ruling struck down similar funding in Victoria, sparking calls for a deeper view of South Australia's election rules and issues. Flagged by the Commission. Americans get allocated come July, with a government review of the whole model kicking off by year's end. This positions the 2030 race as the biggest spending showdown yet, all on the public's dime.