The Member for Indi’s husband Phil Haines spoke to the media at Melbourne’s The Alfred hospital on Wednesday, October 21, confirming that his wife had had another leg amputated.
The Alfred hospital said that Dr Haines remains in a critical condition.
“The road to recovery will be long and difficult, but she is a fighter,” Mr Haines said.
Dr Haines’ left leg was amputated on Monday afternoon and doctors were working to save her right leg, however, it was amputated on Wednesday afternoon.
Dr Haines was hit by a car outside her Wangaratta electorate office on Monday afternoon, in what police allege was a deliberate attack.
Dr Haines and her husband are due to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary next month and have recently welcomed two grandchildren.
Mr Haines said his wife was a compassionate caring and loving person with the sharpest intellect.
“Her heart and mind is in good condition,” Mr Haines said.
He thanked the electorate office staff and neighbours who were first on the scene and the emergency services who attended.
Mr Haines said The Alfred hospital had given Dr Haines “the most incredible care”.
He also thanked the community, as well as others across Australia and internationally who had voiced their support.
Mr Haines asked that instead of flowers, anyone wishing to provide financial support should donate to Save The Children.
Mr Haines was supported at the media conference by his cousin, and Governor-General Sam Mostyn.
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