Helen Haines: Father of suspect in Australian MP attack says politician was long-time family friend

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We've just had an update from the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, where Haines underwent surgery last night.

They say the MP remains in a critical condition.

Earlier, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Haines was in "critical but stable".

Local media, including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, has reported that the MP has lost one of her legs.