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ACM Chairman Arrested, Charged with Assault

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Australian Community Medias part-owner, Antony Catalano, faces assault charges after an incident involving a woman. Hes been placed on leave, and the company is committed to supporting staff and communities. The case will proceed through the courts, while ACM aims to maintain trust in regional Australia.

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ACM Chairman Arrested, Charged with Assault

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Sydney News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!ACM Chairman Arrested, Charged with Assault. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

I'm Cory, and this is your Pulse of the City, Sydney News Today. Australian Community Media is set to hold a staff meeting on Monday afternoon after the arrest of its part-owner and executive chairman, Anthony. Katalano. He faces charges of assaulting a woman, which led to her hospitalization with a fractured coccyx. Police say the incident happened on Friday evening. The court heard that Katalano allegedly dragged the woman through her apartment by the hair and ankles, then grabbed a clothes iron and held it toward her head. The company, which owns 16 daily newspapers, like the Canberra Times and the Iloir Mercury, plus dozens of others, bought the group in 20. 19 for 115 million dollars. ACM quickly put Katalano on leave and stress that violence against women goes against their values. They invite a staff to a 3PM Zoom Town Hall for an update on the company's position. Officials say the business will keep running smoothly, with its experience team focused on stability and respect.

Katalano appeared and Melbourne magistrates court, was granted bail, an issue to statement saying he feels deeply ashamed. He admitted struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues, and has now taken a six-month leave to enter a rehab center. This news has upset staff and readers, but ACM promises support for employees and commitment to their communities. The case will go through the courts, while the company aims to stay a trusted voice in regional Australia. D&N is brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com

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