Pauline Hanson claimed $16,000 for private charter despite claiming floods tour was at ‘no cost to taxpayer’
Summary
Pauline Hanson traveled to flood-hit areas in Queensland using private flights that cost taxpayers nearly $16,000, despite her earlier claim the trip didn’t cost taxpayers anything. The initial leg of the trip was paid by billionaire Gina Rinehart, but Hanson billed the government for additional charter flights around the affected communities.Key Facts
- Pauline Hanson and Barnaby Joyce flew from the Sunshine Coast to Mount Isa on Gina Rinehart’s private jet at her expense.
- After that, Hanson claimed nearly $16,000 for private charter flights within flood-affected areas in Queensland.
- Hanson had previously said the trip was “no cost to the taxpayer.”
- Parliamentary rules require travel expenses to be used for official business and represent good value for money.
- Hancock Prospecting, Rinehart’s company, provided some flights on the same day.
- Hanson has received several free flights from Rinehart and her company, which have raised concerns about disclosure and spending.
- Hanson defended Rinehart’s support, saying it helped the community and denied any personal gain for Rinehart.
- Hanson also received a new plane and $2 million in donations linked to Rinehart’s associates.
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