Show Notes
"We look forward to the day you return to this place, and I get to say the following nine words: 'I give the call to the member for Indi.'" Parliament is back and tearful tributes to Helen Haines have brought a rare moment of unity across the political divide. But the cracks are showing. From political rhetoric to censorship and increased security, MPs are divided on what needs to change. While some are calling for greater civility, others are warning against restricting robust political debate. And with Question Time returning and a packed legislative agenda ahead, how long can this moment of unity last? Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber break it all down on Politics Now. Read PK's latest column here. ICYMI, listen to our latest episode of Politics Now: Victoria here. Got a burning question? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at [email protected]
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How do you keep politicians safe without shutting the public out? Following the alleged attack on Helen Haines, calls for greater protection are growing, as MPs grapple with the threats that come with public life - while the motive behind the attack remains unknown. And as political leaders urge everyone to turn down the temperature, Pauline Hanson has gone from telling Jacqui Lambie to “get over it”, to apologising over a One Nation cartoon. Is this a rare backdown? Or simply damage control? Patricia Karvelas and Clare Armstrong break it all down on Politics Now. And a reminder - every Friday until the Victorian election, catch Raf Epstein in the Politics Now feed for Politics Now: Victoria. Sexual assault support lines: Full Stop Australia: 1800 385 578 Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491 Lifeline (24-hour crisis line): 131 114 Victims of Crime Helpline: 1800 819 817 Got a burning question? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at [email protected]
"This wasn't an accident. This was a deliberate act.” Stark words have been shared by the Prime Minister following a devastating alleged attack on Independent MP Helen Haines yesterday afternoon, who remains in a critical condition. As Australia learns more about what unfolded outside her Wangaratta office, shock now turns to questions about the safety of our elected representatives. Calls to “turn down the political temperature” are growing louder - but is that the right message? Patricia Karvelas and Raf Epstein break it all down on Politics Now. And a reminder - every Friday until the Victorian election, catch Raf Epstein in the Politics Now feed for Politics Now: Victoria. Got a burning question? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at [email protected]