Hanson's 'scary' parental leave views outdated, advocates say
Pauline Hanson faced backlash for her outdated views on paid parental leave during her speech at the National Press Club this week. Advocates argue that her stance reflects a bygone era, citing changes in the economy and increased women's workforce participation. Critics emphasize the necessity of maintaining and expanding the current parental leave scheme to support families.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 18:54 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 19:00 UTC
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