SBS News In Depth

What would Helen do? A powerful message from Parliament

SBS News In Depth

Show Notes

Australian politicians have used the first sitting day of federal parliament to reflect on how to improve the culture of political debate, as independent MP Helen Haines recovers in hospital after being struck by a car outside her electorate office in regional Victoria.

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