Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell quits citing harassment and threats
Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell has quit, alleging harassment and intimidation, and told 9News in an exclusive interview that 'enough is enough'.
Redland City Mayor Jos Mitchell has quit the role in South East Queensland, alleging she was subjected to harassment and intimidation.
In what she described as her only television interview, Ms Mitchell spoke exclusively to 9News about her decision. She discussed her health and said her family had been targeted by threats. She said 'enough is enough'.
Ms Mitchell also referred to the attack on federal MP Helen Haines, telling 9News it was a sobering reminder of what is important.
The interview was published as the outgoing mayor explained why she was stepping away. Further details, including the timing of her departure and how the council will fill the position, were not included in the material available at the time of writing.
Video: 9 News Australia.
Key questions
- Who has quit as Redland City Mayor?
- Jos Mitchell, the outgoing mayor, has quit the role and told 9News she was subjected to harassment and intimidation.
- Why did Jos Mitchell quit?
- She alleges harassment and intimidation, including threats against her family, and said her health was also affected. She told 9News 'enough is enough'.
- What did she say about the attack on Helen Haines?
- Ms Mitchell told 9News the attack on Helen Haines was a sobering reminder of what is important.