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Labor faces rising One Nation challenge in Melbourne heartland ahead of election

The Guardian reports Labor is under pressure across its working-class strongholds in Melbourne’s outer north and west ahead of the Victorian election. Lingering cost-of-living pain and public service pressures are driving voter disaffection towards One Nation and minor parties.

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One Nation asks donors for secrecy agreements at $3,000 Sydney event

One Nation is asking attendees of an invite-only Sydney fundraiser featuring Pauline Hanson to sign non-disclosure agreements, Guardian Australia reports. The gag order bars donors from disclosing guest identities or discussions, prompting transparency experts to raise democratic concerns.