Australian Idol rocked by Hillsong vote-stacking claims

Four of the remaining eight contestants — hot favourite Matt Corby, Zimbabwe-born Tarasai Bushe, Daniel Mifsud and Ben Mackenzie — were revealed as members of the church by the Seven Network.

The four all rank inside the top five in betting markets.

Channel Ten is hosing down the speculation, claiming the Hillsong-dominated finals are a mere coincidence.

Hillsong has drawn fire in the past for their political stance and use of donated funds for its ministries.

The Pentecostal organisation has also been criticised by other churches regarding its prosperity teachings.

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