Why Pauline Hanson wore a burqa (again)

Well, it’s the last sitting week for Parliament of the year and it’s safe to say it’s a more dramatic ending than many predicted.

Earlier this week One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson walked into the upper house wearing a black burqa. If that sounds familiar it’s because yes, it has happened before - eight years ago.

So what led to this moment that has caused headlines around the world? We’ll tell you what you need to know today.

Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma Gillespe
Producer: Orla Maher

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