What an intriguing twenty four hours. Four hundred hits and many welcome pats on the back later, it appears at least for the time being we have a skeleton of the once great and triumphant source that we were all coming to rely upon, and took for granted.
Firstly I thank those who have emailed and commented throwing their support behind this little project, and in particular those who have made contributions.
I absolutely can’t promise this clone will keep the sheer pace and polish of the original [seems that it's easier said than done]. I’m no journalist, nor political animal. Just a fan of the original site who was sad to see it go.
Still no news on what happened to the real Strewth, apart from rumors of an email circulating naming a name. Noone is convinced yet though.
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To finish off, we have a contribution from Outsider:
This is why we need Strewth back - the following is from the Minutes of the Tiaro Council Meeting.
20.1 Complaint against Cr MacKellar
Moved Cr Long seconded Cr Kelly that in relation to the complaint made against Cr MacKellar Council take the following actions in accordance with the independent report:
1. Alleged intentional provision of misinformation by Cr MacKellar which was relied upon and acted upon by the complainant
a. That Councillors and staff are careful not to confuse or misrepresent discussions with Councillors in informal or operational meetings with decisions made in a properly constituted Council meeting. Further that the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer ensure that all Councillors and staff understand this distinction and act accordingly.
b. That as an intent to misinform the complainant cannot be established and there is no established breach of the Code of Conduct for Councillors, no action be taken by Council against Councillor MacKellar in respect to the matter.
c. That Councillor MacKellar consider offering an apology to the complainant for unintentionally giving him incorrect advice.
2. Alleged racial vilification and intimidation
That Councillor MacKellar be issued with a written reprimand for a minor breach of the Tiaro Shire Council Code of Conduct for Councillors section 2.3.2.4 - Standards of personal behaviour
a. Councillors must conduct themselves in a manner which will maintain and strengthen the public’s trust and confidence in the integrity of the Council, ensuring that their actions do not detract from the integrity of the Council and avoiding any action which may diminish its standing, authority or dignity.
b. Councillors must demonstrate respect for people, including treating others with dignity and respect and ensuring that neither offence nor embarrassment are caused.
3. Alleged release of confidential information
That the Mayor ensure that all Councillors are aware of their obligations under the Tiaro Shire Council Code of Conduct for Councillors and that they seek to act in accordance with the obligations imposed and the spirit of the code.
Carried 045 - 02 - 08
So why would anyone want to vote for him.
Keep it going Strewth!!!!!
