Townsville councillors pass no-confidence motion in embattled mayor Troy Thompson

Thompson is now seeking a leave of absence as council calls for his resignation after he admitted making false claims about his military history

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Townsville city council has passed a unanimous vote of no-confidence in embattled mayor Troy Thompson, calling on him to resign after he made false claims about his military service.

Thompson was absent from the chambers on Wednesday morning as the council held a symbolic vote and called for him to step aside from his role.

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