What would Helen do? A powerful message from Parliament
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Australian politicians have used the first sitting day of federal parliament to reflect on how to improve the culture of political debate, as independent MP Helen Haines recovers in hospital after being struck by a car outside her electorate office in regional Victoria.
In a rare show of political unity, MPs have paid emotional tributes to Helen Haines as she recovers in hospital after an attack outside her electorate office. Political leaders have called for greater civility, respect and action to address rising aggression, while reflecting on the future of Australian political debate.
In this episode:
The latest on Helen Haines' condition as she recovers in hospital.MPs unite in emotional tributes to the independent parliamentarian.Increased security measures at Parliament House following the attack.Growing concerns about aggression, political violence and polarisation.Calls for greater civility and respect in Australian politics.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.
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