Appeal by defrauding plumber

A TWEED plumber who was convicted of fraud last year has launched an appeal.

Wade Francis Morley, 45, of Mooses Plumbers and Gasfitters, pleaded guilty last November to dishonestly obtaining financial advantage by deception.

Between October 20, 2011 and July 23, 2012, Mr Morley submitted Queensland Government solar hot water rebate forms on behalf of Park Hill Electrical without their permission.

During this time, he forged the signature of the electrical company's owner, Tim Stenner, 105 times.

Mr Morley appeared in Byron Bay Local Court last week to appeal against his conviction.

The matter was adjourned to appear before Lismore Magistrates Court on November 7.

Mr Morley is still able to operate as a plumber; according to the NSW Government Licensing Service, his Tweed-registered licence has remained valid.

When he pleaded guilty last year, Mr Morley was sentenced by Magistrate Michael Dakin to 300 hours community service and was given a 25% penalty reduction for an early guilty plea.

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