Hepburn Shire mayor charged in "private prosecution"
Hepburn Shire mayor Tony Clark stepped down after local businessman David Penman filed charges against him under private prosecution laws on July 11, 2026. Penman also charged councillor Don Henderson and CEO Bradley Thomas, forcing both to resign amid ongoing court proceedings. The council emphasized that these charges involve no official investigation by public authorities.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 02:37 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 02:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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