Bob Katter
Bob Katter is an independent member of the Australian House of Representatives, representing the electorate of Kennedy in Queensland. He is a prominent political figure known for his outspoken views and advocacy for rural and regional issues. Katter was recently in the news for securing funding for eight community projects worth $43 million in his electorate, highlighting his influence as a potential kingmaker in the current political landscape.
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Bob Katter is known for his defection to the cross bench.
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Australia· 2026-02-01
Federal MP Bob Katter said crocodiles had overtaken Far North Queensland.
Man taken to hospital in Far North QueenslandAustralia· 2026-01-20Bob Katter is a veteran Queensland politician mentioned in relation to England's trip.
Behind England’s Noosa trip and the heavy drinking and lack of cricket trainingAustralia· 2025-12-23
Bob Katter unveiled his own portrait at Parliament House to honor his half-century of service as an MP.
Albanese unveils Bob Katter’s official portrait at Parliament House Member’s HallAustralia· 2025-11-06
Bob Katter was mentioned as being supportive of same-sex marriage in the referendum.
It’s time. Reece and co deserve the biggest stage, and that is during the dayAustralia· 2025-09-28
Bob Katter is a federal MP who was seen holding a megaphone at the March for Australia rally.
Neo-Nazi leaders used far-right influencers to sell March for Australia as ‘spontaneous’ ralliesAustralia· 2025-09-19
The federal MP Bob Katter was pictured using a microphone attached to what a prominent neo-Nazi later called a 'rune megaphone'.
From rune megaphones to the number 88: Australia’s neo-Nazis have a new look after swastikas banned | Far right
United Kingdom· 2025-09-13
Bob Katter demanded that Macklemore be pulled from the lineup at the grand final.
Teddy Swims to headline entertainment at rugby league finalAustralia· 2025-09-10
Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas during a press conference.
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United States· 2025-09-02
Bob Katter has been criticized for his erratic voting record and behavior.
MP rarely shows up to parliamentAustralia· 2025-09-02
The weekend demonstrations attended by a handful of MPs, including Bob Katter.
Anthony Albanese warns politicians against fuelling extremism after Jacinta Allan confronted by neo-NaziAustralia· 2025-09-02
Bob Katter referred to standards tribunal after doubling down on threat to journalist.
Bob Katter referred to standards tribunal after doubling down on threat to journalistAustralia· 2025-09-02
Bob Katter threatened a journalist during a press conference on immigration.
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Bob Katter held a bizarre press conference in which he raised his fist and threatened to punch a journalist over a question about his heritage.
MP would not last five minutes as a teacherAustralia· 2025-09-01
Katter is an under-fire MP who attended the rallies.
Albanese says 'good people' attended rallies exploited by neo-NazisAustralia· 2025-09-01
Bob Katter doubled down on a threat to punch a Nine reporter during a press conference.
Bob Katter doubles down on threat to punch Nine reporterAustralia· 2025-09-01
Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas during a press conference on immigration.
Decrying US shooting, Pope laments ‘pandemic of arms’United States· 2025-09-01
Bob Katter threatened a journalist during a press conference on immigration.
Video: Man rescues child seen walking on monorail track at HersheyparkUnited States· 2025-09-01
Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas during a press conference.
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Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas, calling him a racist.
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Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas, calling him a racist and saying he was 'restraining' himself in the situation.
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Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas, calling him a racist and saying he was 'restraining' himself in the situation, after Bavas mentioned his Lebanese heritage during a press conference on immigration earlier this week.
Video: Plane flips over during emergency landingUnited States· 2025-09-01Bob Katter was a notable absence from Wednesday night’s Midwinter Ball, disappointing baby staffers hoping for a selfie with him.
Premier Minns praise points to return of an ally to cabinetAustralia· 2025-08-31
Bob Katter is a federal MP who participated in the anti-immigration rallies.
Thousands attend Australia anti-immigration ralliesUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-31
Federal MP Bob Katter attended the anti-immigration protest in Townsville.
Neo-Nazis and politicians among protesters at anti-immigration March for Australia rallies | Australian immigration and asylumUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-31
Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas during a press conference on immigration.
Tensions soar in Indonesia as protests spreadUnited States· 2025-08-31Bob Katter, the leader of a small populist party, attended a March for Australia rally in Queensland.
Clashes as thousands rally against immigration in Australia, in protests government has linked to neo-NazisUnited States· 2025-08-31
Bob Katter threatened a journalist during a press conference on immigration.
How Xi Jinping showcases Beijing as a global leaderUnited States· 2025-08-31Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas, calling him a racist and saying he was 'restraining' himself in the situation.
Video: Firefighters battling wildfire detained by ICEUnited States· 2025-08-31Australian federal politician Bob Katter threatened Nine News reporter Josh Bavas during a press conference.
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