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Albury mayor cleared after calling critics gutless
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Albury mayor cleared after calling critics gutless

An investigator found Mack's comments about critics were protected speech. Free speech protections cover councillors speaking on political matters.

Why it mattersThe ruling shows what council leaders can say about critics without facing a conduct breach.

AustraliaSets a precedent for NSW councils on free speech protections for councillors responding to public criticism.

✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 3 h ago

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