One Nation MP rejects Albanese's proposed $200,000 staff position

The Guardian • 29 oct. 08h43

One Nation says Prime Minister Anthony Albanese offered an additional taxpayer-funded staff member to MP David Farley without request, alleging political influence.

The Age • 29 oct. 07h09

Senator Fatima Payman and One Nation leader Pauline Hanson urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to increase staffing for crossbench members, citing a parliamentary workplace report that highlights high workloads and mental-health pressures on staff.

The Age • 29 oct. 06h30

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese proposed a $200,000 staff position for One Nation MP David Farley, which the party rejected, citing concerns over the use of taxpayer funds.

News.com.au • 29 oct. 00h58

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Senator Fatima Payman's staffing levels match those of other senators, after she claimed her office was understaffed amid threats and abuse.

News.com.au • 28 oct. 04h27

Senator Fatima Payman said she regretted referencing Dr Helen Haines in a Senate estimates hearing while urging the prime minister to address her office’s staffing shortfall.

News.com.au • 27 oct. 00h29

Independent Senator Fatima Payman claimed the prime minister is waiting for a crisis before addressing her request for additional staff, prompting criticism from Labor officials.

The Age • 26 oct. 22h13

Independent Senator Fatima Payman accused Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of withholding additional staff for two years, citing threats against her, during a Senate estimates hearing.