A morning of tributes, a week of tension

"We look forward to the day you return to this place, and I get to say the following nine words: 'I give the call to the member for Indi.'"
Parliament is back and tearful tributes to Helen Haines have brought a rare moment of unity across the political divide. But the cracks are showing.
From political rhetoric to censorship and increased security, MPs are divided on what needs to change. While some are calling for greater civility, others are warning against restricting robust political debate.
And with Question Time returning and a packed legislative agenda ahead, how long can this moment of unity last?
Patricia Karvelas and Jacob Greber break it all down on Politics Now.
Read PK's latest column here (abc.net.au/news/2026-10-26/albanese-quiet-on-i…).
ICYMI, listen to our latest episode of Politics Now: Victoria here (abc.net.au/listen/programs/politics-now/victor…).
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