Founder Dave Donovan and managing editor Michelle Pini report on the latest corruption allegations involving Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate and the threat corruption at this level poses to livelihoods, property and democracy for all Australians. However, the actions of this Gold Coast Mayor, who has faced numerous anti-corruption inquiries and been found guilty of misconduct on more than one occasion, do provide a template as to how it could be done. BYPASSING DEMOCRACYLast week, IA reported on a community protest outside Gold Coast Council offices over a proposed massive Cableway planned for the ancient, World Heritage Listed rainforest in Springbrook. Gold Coast residents were locked out of that Council meeting, but the minutes suggest the secrecy may have been due to a matter involving Invest Gold Coast Pty Ltd and possible commercial negotiations. With planning proposals exceeding $30 million now in the hands of Tate and his chosen council officials, a new casino may be on the cards for the Gold Coast.