Why Australia’s political class can no longer look the other way The Age - Latest News By: Paul Sakkal 20 October 2026 at 19:00 After the attack on Helen Haines, Australia’s political class faces a test of its ability to respond maturely and act firmly.
Why Australia’s political class can no longer look the other way Sydney Morning Herald By: Paul Sakkal 20 October 2026 at 19:00 After the attack on Helen Haines, Australia’s political class faces a test of its ability to respond maturely and act firmly.
‘Unshackle the economy’: Labor MP pushes Chalmers on growth, speculates on PM retirement Sydney Morning Herald By: Paul Sakkal 19 October 2026 at 19:00 Ed Husic adds to a growing array of messages from party-aligned figures critiquing the Albanese government’s economic strategy.
Independent MP Helen Haines in critical condition after ‘attack’ outside her office Sydney Morning Herald By: Paul Sakkal · James Costa · Jack Gramenz 19 October 2026 at 11:42 The federal independent MP was struck by a four-wheel drive outside her regional Victorian electorate office in Wangaratta.
‘Get over it’: Hanson dismisses Lambie’s anger over crass cartoon attack on her health Sydney Morning Herald By: Paul Sakkal 19 October 2026 at 04:53 Jacqui Lambie had her health condition mocked in One Nation’s most recent Please Explain cartoon, but Hanson told her to “have a laugh” and get over it.