Mackay Regional Council CEO Michael Thomson has resigned to focus on his cancer battle and in the “best interests of council” and his family.
He has been on leave since being diagnosed with bowel cancer about three months ago and has made the difficult decision to not return to the job.
“I have made this tough decision in the best interests of the organisation and my family,’’ Mr Thomson said.
“After being diagnosed, I had urgent surgery and then embarked on a treatment regime, including chemotherapy,’’ he said.
“Weighing up the disruption my treatment could have on Mackay Regional Council at a crucial time, embarking on a new budget with a new Corporate Plan, I have decided the best option is for me to leave the organisation.
“It will also allow me more time to focus on my treatment and my family, which is extremely important to me.
“Although my diagnosis has been scary and daunting for me, I know how harrowing it is for my loved ones, especially my children.
“Telling your kids you have cancer is without doubt one of the toughest things you can do in life. The emotional toll my diagnosis and treatment are having on them weighs heavily on my mind.”
Mr Thomson, 52, said his cancer battle was a stark reminder for council staff and the community in general about the importance of regular health screenings.
“Please do not take your health for granted. Be proactive to give yourself every chance of avoiding a shock diagnosis.”
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