{
  "id": 2871961,
  "title": "One Nation is after a state seat on the outskirts of Perth. What happens next may re-shape Australian politics",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/one-nation-is-after-a-state-seat-on-the-outskirts-of-perth-what",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-23T20:05:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Conversation AU",
    "slug": "the-conversation-au",
    "url": "https://theconversation.com/one-nation-is-after-a-state-seat-on-the-outskirts-of-perth-what-happens-next-may-re-shape-australian-politics-288939"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In the outskirts of Perth, a state seat on the outskirts of Western Australia is the center of attention for potential political upheaval. The upcoming byelection, scheduled for August 29, is the result of Labor minister Paul Papalia's resignation and could significantly reshape Australian politics. Labor, which has historically held the seat, faces the possibility of a significant swing against its primary vote, with Premier Roger Cook even suggesting the party may not retain the seat. The Liberal Party has decided to contest the election, a move that suggests they believe they can be competitive in the face of One Nation's growing presence. One Nation, a political party that gained 8.4% of the primary vote in the 2025 state election, is also in the race. Despite their small primary vote, they have gained traction in national polls and have managed to field a candidate who seems to have held his ground despite issues surrounding his social media activity. The Liberals and Labor are the other major parties in the field, with the Liberals having a slight edge in statewide polls, but lacking in social media investment for the campaign. The outcome of this election could have significant implications beyond just the seat, as it may reflect the growing electoral volatility and the declining support for Australia's major parties, particularly in light of One Nation's rise.",
  "summary": "The Secret Harbour byelection will take place on August 29. Traditionally a Labor seat, One Nation is posing a serious threat.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}