Key Facts

• The protest happened about 20 minutes into Pauline Hanson’s speech at the National Press Club.
• A banner showed a black-and-white image of Hanson with words accusing her of opposing pay rises for workers but giving herself a $100,000 pay rise.
• The National Press Club said two people entered the building without permission and set up equipment to display the banner.
• GetUp, a political activist group, said they organized the stunt to highlight Hanson’s voting record on wage rises and social support.
• The Australian Federal Police received a complaint and are investigating the unauthorized access and interference at the venue.
• David Sharaz, a former journalist and GetUp worker, was present and filmed the incident but has not yet been interviewed by police.
• The press club apologized to Hanson and said no staff or contractors were involved in the protest.
• Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce suggested the incident could have been an “inside job,” implying someone familiar with the club helped.