John Fairfax

John Fairfax (24 October 1804 – 16 June 1877) was an English-born journalist, company director, politician, librarian and newspaper owner, known for the incorporation of the major newspapers of modern-day Australia.

John Fairfax
John Fairfax c.1861
Member of Legislative Council of New South Wales
In office
3 November 1874 (1874-11-03)  16 June 1877 (1877-06-16)
Personal details
Born(1804-10-24)24 October 1804
Barford, Warwickshire, England
Died16 June 1877(1877-06-16) (aged 72)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Resting placeRookwood Cemetery
Spouse
Sarah Reading
(m. 18271875)
Children
  • Charles Fairfax
  • James Reading Fairfax
  • Edward Fairfax
ResidenceGinahgulla (Bellevue Hill)
Occupation
  • Journalist
  • company director
  • politician
  • newspaper owner
Known forDevelopment of John Fairfax & Sons media enterprise
Board member of
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