dailyloe.com – Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest person, has donated a $1 million plane to Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party. This donation also includes $2 million from Rinehart’s associates. The announcement was made on April 29, 2026.
Senator Hanson celebrated the donation, describing the aircraft as “fast … amazing” and “sexy” in a social media post. The plane, a Cirrus G7, was confirmed by Hancock Prospecting as a gift from Rinehart.
During the event in Brisbane, Senator Hanson expressed her excitement, stating, “It means I can visit more regional towns across the country more often.” The Cirrus G7 is listed at $1.3 million on the Cirrus International website.
In addition to the plane, One Nation received $2 million from stockbroker Angus Aitken, his wife Sarah, Adam Giles, and Ian Plimer. Senator Hanson thanked these donors, calling them “patriots” and “tremendous friends of One Nation.” This funding is a significant boost for the party.
Gina Rinehart has a history of supporting One Nation and has previously provided her private plane for party use. Senator Hanson’s interests register lists Rinehart’s companies as sources of flights, including a trip to Florida.
South Australian One Nation leader Cory Bernardi confirmed he would repay flights from S. Kidman & Co during the state election. Rinehart’s support for One Nation has been well-documented, with previous donations and assistance.
Senator Hanson expressed her gratitude for the plane and the financial support from Rinehart’s friends, emphasizing the importance of these contributions for her party’s activities.
