Horror and disbelief after lawmaker attacked in rural Australia
A rural Australian town felt a mix of horror and disbelief on Tuesday after a highly respected lawmaker was gravely injured in what looked to be a targeted…
According to France 24, a rural Australian town felt a mix of horror and disbelief on Tuesday after a highly respected lawmaker was gravely injured in what looked to be a targeted attack.
Former nurse and midwife Helen Haines entered parliament in 2019, earning respect across the political divide for her efforts to stamp out corruption and bolster transparency. The 65-year-old was struck by a two-tonne SUV in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon.
This world story centres on Australia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Australian, Helen Haines and SUV.
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- Australia · Oceania
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- Australian, Helen Haines, SUV, Wangaratta
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- World
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