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South Australia State Election: Labor Landslide Expected, One Nation Surges
Malinauskas Premier Expected for Landslide Victory
Peter Malinauskas, the current Premier of South Australia, appears set for a landslide re-election victory in the state's election. After polls closed at 6pm local time (6:30pm AEDT) on Saturday, the Labor Party is widely expected to secure a majority in the state parliament. The Liberal Party is projected to see its lower-house seats reduced from its current 13 to single digits.
Far-right 'One Nation' Gains Attention
Early results indicate that the recent polling surge for the far-right One Nation party, led by Pauline Hanson, is being reflected in the actual votes. Their strong performance is a key aspect of this election, with the party showing high vote counts, particularly in regional areas, signaling a potential shift in South Australian political landscape.
*Source: The Guardian World (2026-03-21)*
