Helen Haines in ICU after alleged attack; community rallies behind family
Indi MP Helen Haines is in intensive care. A four-wheel drive hit her in what police believe was a targeted attack.
Indi MP Helen Haines is in intensive care at The Alfred hospital. A four-wheel drive hit her.
Police treat the incident as targeted. Haines lost both of her legs.
Phil Haines made a statement three days after the attack. It described her condition.
His calm and direct manner drew widespread community support. Former Indi MP Cathy McGowan said Haines would want people to be their best selves.
Haines' staff reopened both the Wangaratta and Wodonga electorate offices. The work helping constituents with NDIS, aged care, tax and immigration matters continues.
The team has asked for the family's privacy to be respected as they navigate the coming weeks.
- The Alfred
- Hospital
- Wangaratta and Wodonga
- Electorate offices
- Thursday, October 29
- Reopening date
Why it mattersA serving MP is recovering from a serious attack. The incident affects her ability to represent her electorate right away.
