Advance

Advance is a right-wing political campaign organization in Australia. It is newsworthy due to recent disclosures of significant political donations received, particularly from Gina Rinehart's Hancock Prospecting, which donated almost $900,000 to the group. This information comes from the analysis of Australian Electoral Commission data from the 2024-25 financial year, revealing the sources and amounts of political donations ahead of the 2025 election. The size of these donations highlights Advance's role in the Australian political landscape and raises questions about the influence of wealthy individuals and corporations on political campaigns. The donations data is relevant because it provides transparency into the funding of political activities and allows the public to assess the potential impact of these financial contributions on policy and election outcomes.