John Fairfax | |
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![]() John Fairfax c. 1861 | |
Member of Legislative Council of New South Wales | |
In office 3 November 1874 – 16 June 1877 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Barford, Warwickshire, England | 24 October 1804
Died | 16 June 1877 Sydney, Australia | (aged 72)
Resting place | Rookwood Cemetery |
Spouse |
Sarah Reading (m. 1827–1875) |
Children |
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Residence | Ginahgulla (Bellevue Hill) |
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Known for | Development of John Fairfax & Sons media enterprise |
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John Fairfax (24 October 1804 – 16 June 1877[1]) was an English-born journalist, company director, politician, librarian and newspaper owner, known for the incorporation of the major newspapers of modern-day Australia.
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