20/10/2026
The terrible news of the attack on Helen Haines MP yesterday has shocked and saddened all of us across the Community Independents Movement. No one expects such an attack on one of our most loved and respected community leaders.
Helen represents the very best of what it means to be a Community Independent MP. Her unwavering commitment to the people of Indi, her generosity and integrity, and her compassion for fellow MPs, staff and her community have earned her enormous respect and affection. Helen is deeply loved by those who know and work with her, and an inspiration to so many across the Movement.
It is difficult to comprehend such an act of violence against someone who has given so much to her community. Healthy discussion and respectful debate are fundamental to our democracy. There is no place for violence or intimidation in our political system.
At a time like this, we are reminded of the importance of the values that unite our Movement: community, kindness, respect and integrity.
Our hearts go out to Helen and her family, her team and the Indi community at this deeply distressing time. We send our love and support and hope for her recovery.
