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Regional Queensland scores 2 new magistrates
Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath has announced the appointment of two new magistrates for regional Queensland.
Emma Musgrave
The A-G has named Brisbane barrister Tracy Mossop as the newest magistrate for the Ipswich region. Ms Mossop will be posted in the region for one year before transferring to Dalby.
Meanwhile, Townsville solicitor Terence Browne will spend a year at Cairns Magistrates Court before taking to Townsville for two years.
Mr Browne has spent the past 22 years as a criminal lawyer in Townsville, Cairns, Mackay and Mount Isa. He has also spent more than 20 years teaching at James Cook University, with a particular expertise in criminal law.
Both appointments are effective 3 September.
“These appointments represent the Palaszczuk government’s commitment to delivering justice for Queenslanders, no matter where they live,” Mrs D’Ath said.
“These are well-deserved appointments for well-respected lawyers and reflect the high calibre of legal professionals across Queensland.
“They both possess the legal skills, experience and temperament to serve as judicial officers.”
Mrs D’Ath added: “Ms Mossop and Mr Browne have shown significant dedication to the legal profession, their communities and the lawyers of tomorrow through their work mentoring and educating others”.
“I congratulate Ms Mossop and Mr Browne on their appointments and wish them all the best,” she concluded.
Emma Musgrave
Emma Musgrave (née Ryan) is the managing editor, professional services at Momentum Media.
Emma has worked for Momentum Media since 2015, including five years spent as the editor of the company's legal brand - Lawyers Weekly. Throughout her time at Momentum, she has been responsible for breaking some of the biggest stories in corporate Australia. In addition, she has produced exclusive multimedia and event content related to the company's respective brands and audiences.
Prior to joining Momentum Media, Emma worked in breakfast radio, delivering news to the Central West region of NSW, before taking on a radio journalist role at Southern Cross Austereo, based in Townsville, North Queensland.
She holds a Bachelor of Communications (Journalism) degree from Charles Sturt University.
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