Who is Helen Haines, the MP allegedly attacked in Victoria?

Condemnation across political spectrum after incident in Wangaratta, as Nationals MP from nearby electorate says Haines ‘not a divisive figure’ ‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after independent MP Helen Haines critically injured Helen Haines is in a critical condition after an alleged attack. Here’s what we know so far The incident has sent shock waves through federal politics, with the bombshell of the apparent attack – of a type not seen in Australian public life – amplified by the fact it targeted Haines, a principled politician who is well respected by virtually all across the parliament.