Police investigate reports of family rift in Helen Haines attack | ABC News Top Stories

Victoria Police Chief Commissioner Mike Bush has confirmed officers are investigating reports of a rift between Helen Haines' alleged attacker Brendan Nugent and his own family. Mr Nugent allegedly targeted the Indi MP outside her electorate office in Wangaratta on Monday afternoon. Federal member for Capricornia Michelle Landry has announced she will retire from federal politics at the next election. Her departure opens the door for Nationals leader Matt Canavan to seek a move from the Senate to the House of Representatives. The ABC has wiped staff devices that were exposed to a new, sophisticated cyber attack. The ABC is among more than two dozen Australian organisations that researchers claim were targeted by an Israel-based company abusing the online advertising system. Press the 'Follow' or '+' button on this show page to add us to your playlist, so you never miss an episode. For more news, politics and current affairs podcasts go to ABC listen.