QLD: South Burnett Mayor takes extended leave

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South Burnett Mayor, Cr Brett Otto

The Mayor of Queensland’s South Burnett Regional Council, Cr Brett Otto, has taken extended leave due to a health issue.

The Council’s CEO Mark Pitt advised today that Deputy Mayor Gavin Jones will act as Mayor during Cr Otto’s absence.

In a statement, the Council said it would not be making any further comment and asked that the family’s privacy be respected.

Read the Council’s statement here, and a report from southburnett.com.au here.