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Australian MP seriously hurt in suspected car attack

Helen Haines, an independent federal lawmaker, has been struck by a car in what Australia's prime minister has called an apparent attack.

DW reports: Helen Haines, an independent federal lawmaker, has been struck by a car in what Australia's prime minister has called an apparent attack.

This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian MP and Helen Haines.

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Australia · Oceania
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Australian MP, Helen Haines
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World

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