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- Napier Mayor Richard McGrath removed Deputy Mayor Sally Crown after she refused to resign, citing a breakdown of trust.
- Crown called McGrath's leadership ad-hoc and chaotic and urged him to undergo training in communication skills.
- Crown said she felt blindsided by the move and announced plans to seek a judicial review of the decision-making process.
- McGrath defended the move and said he would appoint a Deputy Mayor soon, noting tensions.
