https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/targeted-attack-on-much-loved-mp-leaves-australian-town-heartbrokenContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/targeted-attack-on-much-loved-mp-leaves-australian-town-heartbrokenhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/targeted-attack-on-much-loved-mp-leaves-australian-town-heartbroken#u156546Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:11:21 +0000Australian independent politician Helen Haines is recovering in a Melbourne hospital in a serious but stable condition after she was struck by a car in a targeted incident outside her electorate office. The much-loved MP suffered severe injuries that required both of her legs to be amputated. The community in Wangaratta remains heartbroken, with locals leaving letters and lighting candles for the injured representative. Parliament paused to pay tribute to Haines, while police continue their investigation into the suspect, Brendan Nugent, who recently appeared in court.Why it mattersThe violent