The Hon. Barnaby Joyce MP

Member for New England

STATEMENT

9 September 2026

On Andrew’s Issue with Hanson and Joyce

I have never called Mr Hastie a traitor nor ventured anywhere close to any such statement about him. In fact, I have never said a bad word about him.

Paradoxically this morning in a press conference in Canberra, I spoke in support of Mr Hastie and his family. 

When asked, I noted the fact that Senator Hanson stated to me she had never called Mr Hastie a traitor. This is now apparent as a fact, she hasn’t. 

There has now come to my attention a satirical cartoon that made the claim. I had not seen it nor was I aware of it.

I am disappointed but accept that he thinks I am a coward and I have absolutely no idea what he thinks I lied about.

My door is open and Mr Hastie is welcome through it anytime to discuss.