Mayor Faces Fine, Demands Media Apology | Adelaide News

Adelaide News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 28, 2026 · 1m

Townsville Mayor Nick Dametto is facing a $1,036 public nuisance fine over an alleged June altercation at a Magnetic Island venue involving a political staffer — but instead of apologizing, he’s demanding the media apologize for what he calls inaccurate reporting. He insists no punches were thrown and no assault occurred, and says he hasn’t yet received the fine to review with his lawyer. Meanwhile, LNP MP Adam Baillie, whose staffer was involved, says his priority was protecting his team and reaffirms he can still work with the mayor. The Independent Assessor remains silent, citing…