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Queensland minister quits over threats after Australian MP Helen Haines lost both legs when she was struck by a car

Helen Haines and her husband Phil Haines, who said "the good news in all this is that she's alive" after surgeons were unable to save either of the Australian MP's legs following an alleged car ramming.
Helen Haines and her husband Phil Haines, who said "the good news in all this is that she's alive" after surgeons were unable to save either of the Australian MP's legs following an alleged car ramming.

Amanda Camm, who held the Queensland portfolios of domestic and family violence and child safety, declared "it has been my decision and mine alone" at a press conference alongside Premier David Crisafulli. She pointed to the attack on Haines as evidence that personal safety in public life deserves serious attention, and also cited her own health. Her resignation follows sustained pressure over multiple child safety shortcomings within her department.

Haines, 65, remains critical but stable at Melbourne's Alfred Hospital after both legs were amputated.

Brendan Nugent, 43, is charged with dangerous driving causing serious harm and remains in custody.

Minister Anika Wells shut her Nundah office after a woman allegedly pointed a painted water gun at her staff.

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