One Nation is facing scrutiny following reports that the party spent $56,000 on a shed located on the property of James Ashby, a long-time party figure and former staffer. The expenditure, which has drawn criticism regarding the use of party funds, was defended by the organization as part of an 'unconventional' fundraising strategy.

According to the Sydney Morning Herald, the party maintains that the project was a legitimate investment intended to support party operations or fundraising efforts. While the party has characterized the move as a creative approach to generating resources, the specific details regarding how a private shed functions as a fundraising tool remain limited in public disclosures. The report highlights a tension between the party’s internal accounting justifications and public expectations regarding the transparency of political party spending.

There is currently no indication of a formal investigation into the matter, though the disclosure has prompted questions about the oversight of party finances. The party has not provided a detailed breakdown of how the $56,000 figure was calculated or how the shed is expected to yield a return on investment for the organization. As of now, the party stands by the decision, framing it as a necessary, albeit non-traditional, business expense.