One Nation Surges to 30% as Australia's Top Party in New Poll

One Nation has reclaimed its position as Australia's most popular political party, surging four points to 30 per cent of the primary vote in the latest bi-weekly News24 Pulse survey conducted by YouGov — opening clear daylight over Labor for the first time in weeks.

Labor fell three points to 26 per cent, turning what had been a near-tied contest into a four-point gap. The Coalition fared worse, dropping three points to just 18 per cent — a result described as worse than the figure recorded before Angus Taylor replaced Susan Ley as Liberal leader.

Dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese remains entrenched. Nearly six in ten Australians — 59 per cent — disapprove of his performance, with only 36 per cent expressing satisfaction and the remainder undecided. On the question of preferred prime minister, Albanese leads Taylor, who sits at 43 per cent, though the Liberal leader's position is described as within striking distance despite his party's primary vote slide.

One Nation's rise comes alongside its newly announced superannuation policy, which would allow Australians earning under $100,000 to voluntarily withdraw up to $2,500 from their superannuation for three consecutive years. Polling on the policy shows the public is divided but cautious — 47 per cent oppose the measure while 33 per cent support it, a figure closely aligned with One Nation's own primary vote. A significant undecided bloc remains, though analysts note splitting that group evenly would still leave opponents in the majority.

Housing dominated voter concerns on the policy front. When asked what governments should prioritise, 37 per cent called for an aggressive push to build more homes, followed by increased public and low-rent housing. Around one in five said financial concessions for property investors should be wound back further than budget measures already pass. Just nine per cent believed current policy settings were sufficient.

Cost of living ranked as the top issue for voters overall. Immigration came in second, with the survey finding almost seven in ten Australians — around 66 per cent — want immigration levels reduced. Of those, the largest group, 42 per cent, favoured a significant cut. Around a quarter backed a modest reduction, while 27 per cent were content with current levels. Only seven per cent supported any increase.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson, long associated with the immigration debate, reiterated her longstanding position, calling for annual intake to be trimmed to around 130,000 — while acknowledging the need to retain skilled workers including doctors and nurses. Hanson argued a reduction would ease pressure on Australia's strained housing market.

The News24 Pulse is a bi-weekly snapshot of national political sentiment and voter priorities, published in full at news24.com.au.