# Helen Haines: Independent MP in critical condition in Melbourne’s Alfred hospital after being struck by car in Wangaratta

- Source: Guardian World
- Published: 2026-10-19T19:27:49+00:00
- Category: World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/oct/20/helen-haines-independent-mp-alleged-car-attack-wangaratta-melbourne-hospital-ntwnfb
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/helen-haines-independent-mp-in-critical-condition-in-melbourne-s-alfre-dc95bd/

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