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flag Cessnock councillor Andrew Hodge resigned after council restricted meetings to in-person attendance, citing personal challenges.

flag Cessnock councillor Andrew Hodge has resigned after the council restricted remote access to meetings, limiting participation to in-person attendance. flag The change, aimed at improving procedural integrity and transparency, reportedly made it impractical for Hodge to continue serving due to personal circumstances. flag His resignation has sparked debate over accessibility and inclusivity in local government, with calls for a review of remote participation policies. flag The council has not announced a replacement and is reviewing the new procedures, though no official statement has been released.

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