Submitted Claim
“Social media posts claim that overseas groups are influencing Australian political conversations online”.
What We Found
Reputable investigations have examined this issue, including recent reporting by A Current Affair and independent cybersecurity researchers. These investigations have identified patterns of coordinated online activity originating outside Australia, aimed at amplifying certain narratives and increasing social division
While the extent of influence varies across platforms, experts agree that overseas groups have attempted to shape online discussions by using tactics such as:
- creating or boosting misleading posts
- amplifying emotionally charged content
- using automated accounts to increase visibility
Reference
This topic was examined in an “A Current Affair” investigation published on June 30, 2026. View the segment on Nine.com.au: https://www.nine.com.au/australia-news/a-current-affair/one-nation-denies-connection-to-cyber-army-of-indonesian-supporters-20260630-p60bgz.html
(This link opens the official documentary.)