Victorian man charged over alleged attack on MP | Morning News Bulletin 21 October 2026

An investigation underway after an alleged police shooting of a man in Sydney; Seven oil tankers damaged overnight in the Strait of Hormuz; and in sport, Australian cricket star Megan Schutt banned for two games over drug code breaches.

Up to 70 per cent of the internet affected by a vulnerability to hackers; Australia strengthens defence ties with Timor-Leste; the Youth Olympic Games fast approaching.

Parliament grapples with the threat to MPs in the wake of Helen Haines' attack, economists point to another rate rise in November, wet weather to add another challenge to a tight race at the Gold Coast 500 this weekend.

Russia agrees to resume trilateral talks to end Ukraine war; A long road to recovery for MP Helen Haines; and in sport, The Knicks lose their season opener as they try to defend their title.

Helen Haines alleged attacker to remain behind bars; acts of political violence becoming more likely, according to ASIO's deputy; Dylan Alcott to be inducted into sporting hall of fame.