Parliament pays tribute to Helen Haines as more than $1.1 million raised in her honour
Helen Haines receives parliamentary tribute as a double leg amputee while fundraising exceeds $1.1 million.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will lead tributes in Federal Parliament on Monday, a week after the alleged attack on Independent MP Helen Haines. The 65-year-old Indi MP was hit by a Toyota LandCruiser at her Wangaratta office, leaving her a double leg amputee.
Surgeons fought to save her right leg but both limbs had to be amputated due to the severity of her injuries. A fundraiser set up in her name has raised more than $1.1 million, with donations going to Save the Children.
Haines remains in serious but stable condition at Melbourne's Alfred Hospital following multiple surgeries. The outpouring of support reflects the respect and affection Australians have for the MP.
- 65
- Helen Haines age
- Brendan Nugent, 43, from Tarrawingee
- Alleged attacker
- Toyota LandCruiser
- Vehicle used
- More than $1.1 million
- Fundraiser total
Why it mattersThe attack on a sitting MP and the public's response reveal both the safety risks MPs face and Australians' support for her recovery.
AustraliaHelen Haines is an Independent MP representing Indi in Victoria; the parliamentary tribute and $1.1 million fundraiser show national support for her recovery.
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