PoliticsWarnings of threats to Australian politicians mounted before MP was hit by car
Independent MP Helen Haines was severely injured when struck by a car outside her office in Wangaratta, Victoria. Police arrested a man but have not said she was deliberately hit; Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called it an apparent attack. MPs and experts had warned that threats against politicians were increasing.
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BBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-19 16:32Original
Warnings of threats to Australian politicians mounted before MP was hit by car
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