Pauline Hanson remains one of the most polarising figures in Australian political history. In episode five of Leadership Matters, the One Nation leader reflects on her journey from a Queensland fish-and-chip shop to becoming a parliamentary survivor who continues to reshape the national debate.

In this candid Q&A with The West Australian’s Editor-in-Chief Chris Dore, Hanson tackles the headline-grabbing controversies surrounding her political career, while answering the ultimate question: is she ready to take on the top job?

Pauline Hanson remains one of the most polarising figures in Australian political history. In episode five of&nbsp;Leadership Matters, the One Nation leader reflects on her journey from a Queensland fish-and-chip shop to becoming a parliamentary survivor who continues to reshape the national debate.
In this candid Q&amp;A with&nbsp;The West Australian&rsquo;s Editor-in-Chief Chris Dore, Hanson tackles the headline-grabbing controversies surrounding her political career, while answering the ultimate question: is she ready to take on the top job?

What makes a great leader? For nearly a quarter of a century, Leadership Matters has been asking that question. Now, we’re pulling back the curtain on this sell-out live event. Join Prime Ministers, CEOs, and industry pioneers as they reveal their personal struggles and leadership triumphs.

Whether you’re a boss, not for profit, or employee – this podcast is for anyone who wants to level up their leadership. Listen to exclusive Q&As with Australia’s change-makers anytime, anywhere, with Leadership Matters, the podcast.

What makes a great leader? For nearly a quarter of a century, Leadership Matters has been asking&nbsp;that question. Now, we&rsquo;re pulling back the curtain on this sell-out live event. Join Prime Ministers, CEOs, and industry pioneers as they reveal their personal struggles and leadership triumphs.
Whether you&rsquo;re a boss, not for profit, or employee &ndash; this podcast is for anyone who wants to level up their leadership. Listen to exclusive Q&amp;As with Australia&rsquo;s change-makers anytime, anywhere, with Leadership Matters, the podcast.

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Why Canberra won’t ever let me forget I ran a fish and chip shop

What if Australia’s greatest national security threat isn't a foreign invasion, but economic coercion through the disruption of sea trade routes?

Defence Minister Richard Marles makes the case for why Australia must shift its perspective—literally—to secure its economic lifeline.

By rotating a map of Australia 30 degrees, Marles reveals how WA’s northwest coastline has become the nation’s true front door to the world, placing Perth at the geostrategic centre of the Indo-Pacific.

The Deputy Prime Minister breaks down Australia’s defence strategy, highlighting major investments in northern airbases, growing military alliances with the USA and UK, and the expansion of the Henderson Defence Precinct.

From nuclear-powered submarine sustainment under AUKUS to continuous naval shipbuilding, WA is being transformed into Australia’s most critical defence frontier.

What if Australia&rsquo;s greatest national security threat isn't a foreign invasion, but economic coercion through the disruption of sea trade routes?
Defence Minister Richard Marles makes the case for why Australia must shift its perspective&mdash;literally&mdash;to secure its economic lifeline.
By rotating a map of Australia 30 degrees, Marles reveals how WA&rsquo;s northwest coastline has become the nation&rsquo;s true front door to the world, placing Perth at the geostrategic centre of the Indo-Pacific.
The Deputy Prime Minister breaks down Australia&rsquo;s defence strategy, highlighting major investments in northern airbases, growing military alliances with the USA and UK, and the expansion of the Henderson Defence Precinct.
From nuclear-powered submarine sustainment under AUKUS to continuous naval shipbuilding, WA is being transformed into Australia&rsquo;s most critical defence frontier.

Why Perth is Australia’s geostrategic ground zero for Indo-Pacific security

While working on a cattle farm as a teenager, Liz Westcott witnessed true leadership when floods destroyed fences across the district, lessons she’s applied in her journey from engineer to boss of Woodside.

In this episode of Leadership Matters, the gas giant CEO tells The West Australian’s Chief Reporter Ben Harvey why great leadership means creating conditions for others to succeed.

While working on a cattle farm as a teenager, Liz Westcott witnessed true leadership when floods destroyed fences across the district, lessons she&rsquo;s applied in her journey from engineer to boss of Woodside.
In this episode of Leadership Matters, the gas giant CEO tells The West Australian&rsquo;s Chief Reporter Ben Harvey why great leadership means creating conditions for others to succeed.

Mending fences; How Woodside boss guides gas giant through global volatility.

As Australia’s first Indigenous State Treasurer, Ben Wyatt AO delivered one of the State’s biggest economic turnarounds—shifting WA from deep deficit to surplus in two years. After a 16-year career in Parliament, Ben transitioned to the corporate sector in 2021 and now sits on the boards of Rio Tinto, Woodside Energy, and the West Coast Eagles.

In episode six of Leadership Matters, Ben reveals if leaders don't explain why their organisations matter, then they shouldn’t be surprised when others claim they don’t. Plus, the three questions every business leader should be asking to keep their organisation relevant to the communities, states and nations that benefit from the products they produce.

As Australia&rsquo;s first Indigenous State Treasurer, Ben Wyatt AO delivered one of the State&rsquo;s biggest economic turnarounds&mdash;shifting WA from deep deficit to surplus in two years. After a 16-year career in Parliament, Ben transitioned to the corporate sector in 2021 and now sits on the boards of Rio Tinto, Woodside Energy, and the West Coast Eagles.
In episode six of Leadership Matters, Ben reveals if leaders don't explain why their organisations matter, then they shouldn&rsquo;t be surprised when others claim they don&rsquo;t. Plus, the three questions every business leader should be asking to keep their organisation relevant to the communities, states and nations that benefit from the products they produce.

Why Canberra won’t ever let me forget I ran a fish and chip shop

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