Accountability
Divergences
Politicians caught contradicting their own stated positions.
When a public statement conflicts with a politician's prior positions or declared policies, we record a divergence — rated by severity and reviewed before publication.
Last detected: 8 Sept 2026, 1:40 am · Updated daily from parliamentary and media sources. Methodology
Overview
Severity overview
| Recorded | Share of total | |
|---|---|---|
| Critical | 0 | 0% |
| Major | 7 | 54% |
| Moderate | 3 | 23% |
| Minor | 3 | 23% |
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13 published divergences in the current cycle.
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| Politician | Party | Topic | Severity | Divergence | Detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Roberts | Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party | Economy | major | The new statement suggests a lack of accountability for certain individuals in positions of power, which contradicts past statements advocating for transparency and the potential redaction of personal details. This divergence is significant as it raises concerns about governance and oversight, potentially impacting public trust and the integrity of institutions that affect everyday Australians, including farmers and small business owners who rely on fair practices. | 27/08/2026 | published |