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Hypocrisy Allegations as Pauline Hanson Claims Solar Rebate

3/9/2026

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Pauline Hanson, leader of One Nation, accessed a taxpayer-funded solar power rebate for her Queensland home.
The Clean Energy Regulator identifies Hanson as among three conservative MPs benefiting from the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES).
Independent MP Zali Steggall criticized the alleged hypocrisy.
Hanson's spokesperson said the party supports rooftop solar to reduce energy bills.
Critics say renewable subsidies have raised energy costs, while some MPs defend the SRES.

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Pauline Hanson, leader of One Nation, accessed a taxpayer-funded solar power rebate for her Queensland home.
The Clean Energy Regulator identifies Hanson as among three conservative MPs benefiting from the Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES).
Independent MP Zali Steggall criticized the alleged hypocrisy.
Hanson's spokesperson said the party supports rooftop solar to reduce energy bills.
Critics say renewable subsidies have raised energy costs, while some MPs defend the SRES.