Alex Fair

Devonport

Deputy Editor at The Advocate (Tasmania)

@theadvocatetas Deputy Editor. Former @theadvocatetas Sports Editor + sports writer + music editor at @ExaminerOnline [email protected] Views are my own.

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Articles

Councillor crackdown on agenda

1 week ago | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Here are your morning news headlines from The Advocate.
'Targeted' burglary and assault on King Island sees three men facing court

2 months ago | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Tasmania Police say three men have been charged in relation to a targeted aggravated burglary and assault at Naracoopa on King Island on the weekend.
Got a question or two for Devils chief Gale? Here's your chance to ask them

Feb 10, 2025 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Tasmania Devils chief executive Brendon Gale at the Big Penguin last week. Picture by Eve WoodhouseIncoming Tasmania Devils' chief executive Brendon Gale's 'welcome tour' of the region will reach the West Coast and Circular Head this week.
Mersey funding very welcome, but one thing is still missing from the feds

Feb 6, 2025 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

The Mersey Community Hospital. Picture: Eve Woodhouse. Having a level of anxiety over health services is a natural feeling.
Why heritage status is a comfortable fit for our favourite Big Penguin

Jan 16, 2025 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

It is almost funny in a way how a rather large statue of an aquatic flightless bird has become such a significant part of this region. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Wishful thinking? 'Petty politics' will not impress this election campaign

Jan 9, 2025 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Opposition leader Peter Dutton and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Pictures by Keegan Carroll We do not know when exactly, but we know it is coming. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Lack of gear or no idea? Bushwalker preparation problem needs to be tackled

Jan 9, 2025 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Cradle Mountain. Picture FileTasmania's natural beauty is one of its great assets. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaExploring, and conquering, it has become a bucket list item for many, whether they are visiting from interstate or overseas, or call it home.
Some people should be tasered, but should they be part of a cop's arsenal?

Dec 5, 2024 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

We've all seen the videos on Youtube of American police officers using tasers. Black Friday Sale Subscribe Now! or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaSometimes they can be funny, sometimes rather serious as they showcase their potentially dangerous nature and how frequently they are used in that part of the world.
Fine for Toll after forklift accident

Dec 3, 2024 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

Here are your morning news headlines from The Advocate. Black Friday Sale Subscribe Now! or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaA driver who injected meth at Detention River and admitted to police he was "off his head" as he drove to Burnie could be sent to jail.
Frustration justified as wait for any potential gambling change goes on

Dec 3, 2024 | theadvocate.com.au | Alex Fair

The final sitting week of federal parliament was, not surprisingly, somewhat of a hectic one. Black Friday Sale Subscribe Now! or signup to continue reading All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords, Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other in your areaMore than 30 bills were passed, which seemed more about "clearing the decks" before we all go to the polls sometime next year.