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Part of situation: Newcastle local government leadership (2 clusters)

Declan Clausen returns as Newcastle Deputy Lord Mayor

Newcastle City Council Deputy Lord Mayor local government leadership change Australian politics

Declan Clausen has returned to the role of Deputy Lord Mayor of Newcastle for a one-year term. This appointment marks Clausen’s eighth year serving in the position, the longest tenure in the city’s history.

Clausen, a Labor councillor who has served on the council for over 11 years, succeeds Greens councillor Charlotte McCabe. Lord Mayor Gavin Morris expressed gratitude to McCabe for her service, noting she managed significant additional responsibilities during a difficult period following the resignation of former Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge due to health issues.

Clausen stated he looks forward to continuing his work with Lord Mayor Morris to serve the community.

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Charlotte McCabe · Declan Clausen · Gavin Morris · Newcastle City Council

Sources

'Direct attack on the lord mayor': Gavin Morris accuses council of 'returning' to old ways [www.dungogchronicle.com.au]
'Direct attack on the lord mayor': Gavin Morris accuses council of 'returning' to old ways [www.newcastleherald.com.au]
'Direct attack on the lord mayor': Gavin Morris accuses council of 'returning' to old ways [www.gloucesteradvocate.com.au]
Newcastle Deputy Lord Mayor changeover marks next chapter in Council leadership [insidelocalgovernment.com.au]