Clive Palmer Hints at Potential Election Merger with One Nation
Clive Palmer is exploring a merger with One Nation as the 2025 federal election approaches, raising eyebrows in Australian politics
Clive Palmer, One Nation, United Australia Party, Victoria, Australia, 2025 Election
Melbourne: So, Clive Palmer is at it again! He’s been busy trying to trademark some quirky political party names like “Clive and Pauline Party” and “The Teal Party.” Sounds like he’s cooking up something interesting, right?
He filed for these trademarks on November 18, and it looks like he’s also got his eye on names like “Teal” and “AusTeal.” It’s all waiting for the green light from the folks at IP Australia, who handle this stuff.
Now, here’s the scoop: Palmer chairs the United Australia Party (UAP), but it’s only registered in Victoria right now. His party’s lone senator, Ralph Babet, has had a bit of a rough time, especially after some controversial comments that got him censured last year.
With the 2025 federal election creeping up, Palmer’s moves are raising eyebrows. Last time around, he spent a whopping $100 million on ads but didn’t snag any seats. Ouch!
He even de-registered the UAP nationally after that loss. But just weeks ago, Babet announced plans to challenge some election laws that could keep them from running candidates next time. Talk about a rollercoaster!
Palmer’s not too happy about the rules that say a deregistered party can’t contest elections for a while. He’s hoping the High Court will jump on this issue quickly, especially with the election looming.
Polls suggest neither UAP nor One Nation is set to make big waves in 2025, but who knows what could happen? Anthony Albanese hasn’t set a date yet, but the latest he can go is May 16. It’s going to be an interesting ride!