Helen Haines struck by vehicle outside her Wangaratta electorate office
Haines struck by four-wheel-drive outside her office on October 19 while recovering in hospital.
Helen Haines was struck by a four-wheel-drive vehicle while unloading her car outside her Wangaratta office on Monday, 19 October. Kaz Rourke, her chief of staff, and media adviser Eli Davern were among office staff who immediately helped her.
Rourke said the incident was deeply shocking for the team, but they are receiving support. The office remains closed to the public while Haines recovers.
Her family asked supporters to donate to Save the Children instead of sending flowers. More than $350,000 was raised within 24 hours.
- October 19
- Date
- Wangaratta office, Murphy Street
- Location
- over 1 year
- Chief of staff tenure
- $350,000 in 24 hours
- Donations raised
Why it mattersA sitting MP's sudden injury reminds Australians of real safety risks. Elected representatives and their staff face these risks in their daily work.
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