Security increased as parliament resumes without MP Helen Haines
Australian MP Helen Haines is in serious condition following a deliberate car attack outside her electorate office. Parliament has suspended normal business to offer support, while security measures are being increased amid concerns over political violence.
Why it matters
The incident highlights growing concerns regarding the safety of public officials and the impact of inflammatory political discourse on democratic stability.
Helen Haines was critically injured in an attack outside her electorate office. ( AAP: Mick Tsikas )
The prime minister will pass a motion to suspend normal business in parliament today, allowing MPs to share a message of support for Indi MP Helen Haines.
Ms Haines is in a serious but stable condition in hospital after being hit by a car in what police are treating as a deliberate attack.
Security at Parliament House has been increased, as police warn there is a direct correlation between inflammatory political discourse and threats against politicians.
Link copied Share Share article Parliament returns this week without one of its most respected members, Helen Haines, as security measures across public areas of Parliament House are strengthened.
A car struck the independent MP outside her Wangaratta electorate office last week in what police are treating as a deliberate attack.
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