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In forceRole and powers of the Deputy Mayor
Part 2Councils
Division 3The Mayor and the Deputy Mayor
21 Role and powers of the Deputy Mayor
The Deputy Mayor must perform the role of the Mayor and may exercise any of the powers of the Mayor if—
(a)
the Mayor is unable for any reason to attend a Council meeting or part of a Council meeting; or
S. 21(b) amended by No. 42/2026 s. 7.
(b)
the Mayor is incapable of performing the duties of the office of Mayor for any reason, including illness or an initial candidacy period; or
(c)
the office of Mayor is vacant.
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