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flag Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson resigned amid a corruption probe over false military claims, denying wrongdoing and planning a by-election run.

flag Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson has resigned amid a Crime and Corruption Commission investigation into allegations he misrepresented his military service and resume during his 2024 campaign. flag Suspended with pay since November 2024 and issued a show-cause notice by Local Government Minister Ann Leahy, Thompson denied wrongdoing, calling his resignation a principled stand against political interference and a move to protect democratic rights. flag He plans to run in an upcoming by-election, framing his campaign as a defense of community sovereignty. flag The investigation continues, with no official findings released.

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