Abuse, threats against Australian lawmakers are rising in a country where political violence has historically been rare.

Abuse, threats against Australian lawmakers are rising in a country where political violence has historically been rare.

Independent lawmaker Helen Haines is in stable condition, her husband says, as suspect charged with three offences.

Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.

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BBC's Katy Watson describes what unfolded in Wangaratta as 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared before court over the alleged attack of Helen Haines.

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