Campaigning with caution in Mulgrave

We cannot keep pretending political violence is foreign to Australia

Following the Wangaratta attack on Dr Helen Haines, political threats are rising nationwide. Read the investigation into how civic discourse fractured.

MP reveals threats made against his own children

Nationals MP David Littleproud has revealed his children have been threatened with violence in the past, as Australia grapples with the shocking alleged attack on Helen Haines this week.

Campaigning with caution in Mulgrave

Reflecting on the shocking alleged attack on federal MP Helen Haines, Members of Parliament say they have reported threats directed at MPs, their families and campaign volunteers in the past. In 2025-’26, the Australian Federal Police received 1067 reports of harassing, nuisance, offensive and threatening behaviour against high office holders, federal parliamentarians, electorate offices, and protected establishments. This is up from 951 in 2024…

Social Media Violence in Australia

The tragic alleged attack on MP Helen Haines reveals a deepening culture of hostility toward women in Australia. This climate, amplified by digital platforms, demands serious regulation and public reflection.

Political violence, social media and threats to politicians

Threats of violence, the attack on Helen Haines, mental health, social media platforms and security of federal MP's are all ...