Suspended Moreton Bay mayor Allan Sutherland says he wants to “turn the page” on his period as mayor.
After denying accusations of misconduct in public office relating to the purchase of land at Burpengary, Sutherland spoke publicly for the first time since the charges were laid in December.
He attributes difficulties with senior staff in his last term and “turbulent times” to his inability to achieve what he set out to do.
He is confident that he will be cleared of his charges.