# Australian politicians say they are spending thousands on security upgrades amid rising threats

https://mins.news/en/item/109569

- The Guardian, 2026-10-21 14:00 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/22/politicians-say-they-are-paying-thousands-for-own-security-upgrades-amid-rising-threats-ntwnfb

> After the alleged attack on MP Helen Haines, security agencies will review protections for MPs’ homes and offices. Several federal politicians say they have spent thousands of dollars of their own money on security measures, while the government and parliament consider possible responses to growing threats.

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