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No bail for alleged Helen Haines attacker as police chief warns of Australia’s ‘febrile’ political environment
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PUBLISHEDOct 21, 2026, 2:32 AM
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AFP commissioner says MPs are generally concerned about growing volume of abuse and intimidation Follow our live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The head of the Australian federal police has condemned a “febrile” political environment that has seen one person charged every week over the alleged threatening of MPs, as Victoria announces new steps to protect politicians.
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