Troy Thompson Defeated: Dametto Wins Townsville Mayor
Trenton Dametto becomes Townsville's new mayor after decisive election win over Troy Thompson. Full results and voter analysis revealed.
Trenton Dametto becomes Townsville's new mayor after decisive election win over Troy Thompson. Full results and voter analysis revealed.
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Townsville council candidate Troy Thompson admits avoiding questions about his party affiliation. Read the full story about the political controversy.
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Townsville residents are being urged to contact election officials immediately if they haven't received their mayoral ballot papers, as concerns grow about voting accessibility in the local government elections.
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