{
  "id": 15594113,
  "title": "Who is Helen Haines, the MP allegedly attacked in Victoria?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/who-is-helen-haines-the-mp-allegedly-attacked-in-victoria",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T10:30:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Guardian",
    "slug": "the-guardian",
    "url": "https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/oct/19/who-is-helen-haines-the-mp-allegedly-attacked-in-victoria-ntwnfb"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dr. Helen Haines, an independent MP for the electoral district of Indi in Victoria, was allegedly attacked by a car in Wangaratta on Monday. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the incident as an \"attack\" and a \"deliberate act.\" Haines, known for her integrity and advocacy for rural issues, particularly health, has been a respected figure in Australian politics since her election in 2019. The attack has sparked shockwaves across the political spectrum, with condemnation from all parties. Albanese praised Haines, calling her a \"beacon of light\" and a \"principle of integrity.\" Haines, a former nurse and midwife, holds a doctorate in medical science and has been a key figure in the establishment of the National Anti-Corruption Commission. Despite the attack, Haines remains a highly respected figure, with praise and support from all sides of the political aisle.",
  "summary": "Condemnation across political spectrum after incident in Wangaratta, as Nationals MP from nearby electorate says Haines ‘not a divisive figure’ Dr Helen Haines, the popular independent MP for Indi, was hit by a car on Monday in what prime minister Anthony Albanese described as an “attack” and a “deliberate act”. The incident has sent shockwaves through federal politics, with the bombshell of the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}