As Australians marched in cities nationwide against mass immigration, some observers noted a potential rise in far-right sentiments. However, aspiring far-right politicians believe the movement is too fragmented to establish a political party similar to the UK’s anti-immigration parties. Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party is currently facing internal challenges, including defections and criticism for its centralized decision-making.

In the UK, Nigel Farage's Reform party has gained traction, polling at around 30 percent. Australia is witnessing a similar wave of protests, with tens of thousands participating in last month’s “March for Australia” rallies. Additional “Save Australia” rallies are scheduled in various state capitals. John Macgowan, a conservative activist, described the recent rallies as the most significant event in conservative and nationalist politics in a century. He noted that the radical right in Australia is currently disorganized, likening it to the early days of the Tea Party in the U.S. and the Brexit movement in the UK.

Macgowan emphasized the importance of grassroots involvement, stating, "Something they can be involved in and have a stake in and feel some ownership of, and they're not sitting at the bottom of a pyramid with some legacy politician at the top."

The March for Australia rallies attracted over 25,000 participants, featuring speakers such as federal member Bob Katter and Libertarian MP John Ruddick, who called for a five-year pause on immigration. In Melbourne, neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell spoke at the rally and was later charged for an attack on an Indigenous group.

Dr. Kurt Sengul, a Macquarie University expert, noted a significant shift in the far-right movement, stating, "This is not just a movement based around anti-immigration. What we're talking about now is re-emigration — the forced deportation of both legal and so-called illegal migrants."

Macgowan criticized One Nation, saying it does not represent a viable option for conservatives. He described it as a party focused on the interests of its leader, Pauline Hanson, rather than fostering a supportive infrastructure for its members. One Nation received 5.7 percent of the national vote in the last election, but it has faced internal strife and defections.

Lee Hanson, daughter of Pauline Hanson, spoke at the Hobart rally, asserting that immigrants must respect Australian culture. She mentioned ongoing discussions about potential mergers among minor right-wing parties, but expressed skepticism about their feasibility due to differing motivations.

Clive Palmer, a mining billionaire, has been involved in discussions with One Nation, reportedly seeking significant control over the party. Lee Hanson described the situation as a dilemma, stating, "It does not work. It has been explored, and it won't work."

Ralph Babet, a senator and leader of the United Australia Party, defended the existence of multiple minor parties on the right, arguing that voters are frustrated with mainstream parties. He noted that he had been advised against attending the Melbourne rally due to safety concerns.

Other minor parties, such as People First, are exploring potential mergers, although discussions remain complicated. Gerard Rennick, the founder of People First, aims to expand his party’s membership and raise funds ahead of the 2028 election.

The ongoing protests and internal conflicts within far-right groups in Australia highlight the complexities of the current political landscape.