Claire Fenwicke

About Claire Fenwicke

Originally from a farm in Walcha, Claire studied a Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Creative Arts (theatre) at the University of Wollongong, and also won the JB Fairfax Award for Rural Journalism while she was a student.
She has been working as a journalist since 2016 and has experience in radio, television and print, covering everything from court and crime to community events and sport. When she's not writing, she's running after her growing family in Canberra or attempting to learn how to knit.
Get in touch at cfenwicke@region.com.au

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Furry new addition welcomed to Mogo Wildlife Park pride

Furry new addition welcomed to Mogo Wildlife Park pride

27 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Queanbeyan Pastoral Gallery creator dies

Queanbeyan Pastoral Gallery creator dies

27 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Zookeeper Chad's orphaned lioness united with brother at Mogo Wildlife Park

Zookeeper Chad's orphaned lioness united with brother at Mogo Wildlife Park

25 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival potentially on the move

Queanbeyan Multicultural Festival potentially on the move

24 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Withdrawal of festival pill testing insurer could have 'flow on impacts' to Canberra's fixed site

Withdrawal of festival pill testing insurer could have 'flow on impacts' to Canberra's fixed site

23 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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'All things joyful': new book empowering women to create their own business

'All things joyful': new book empowering women to create their own business

23 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Student-led 'law clinic with a heart' launched at UC

Student-led 'law clinic with a heart' launched at UC

23 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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'Historic moment': servicewomen face off in AFL Anzac round curtain-raiser

'Historic moment': servicewomen face off in AFL Anzac round curtain-raiser

22 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Bring the layers for commemorations: your Anzac long weekend weather forecast

Bring the layers for commemorations: your Anzac long weekend weather forecast

22 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Queensland man charged over alleged Canberra rape

Queensland man charged over alleged Canberra rape

22 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
Harm Reduction Australia furious after insurer pulls the plug on pill testing at Groovin the Moo

Harm Reduction Australia furious after insurer pulls the plug on pill testing at Groovin the Moo

21 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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UPDATED: No bail for man who barricaded himself in Oaks Estate home

UPDATED: No bail for man who barricaded himself in Oaks Estate home

21 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Water washes away Midnight Oil; Crowded House also postponed

Water washes away Midnight Oil; Crowded House also postponed

20 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Fake spy fraudster claims offending 'justified'; levels sex abuse allegations against victim

Fake spy fraudster claims offending 'justified'; levels sex abuse allegations against victim

20 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
Police want end to 'stupid speeds' seen on Easter long weekend

Police want end to 'stupid speeds' seen on Easter long weekend

20 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Storms predicted to hit Canberra region

Storms predicted to hit Canberra region

19 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Community
School captain plans to leave behind a greener campus – and world record

School captain plans to leave behind a greener campus – and world record

17 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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COVID no excuse not to vote in this federal election

COVID no excuse not to vote in this federal election

16 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Discover Canberra's 'patchwork quilt of colour' this autumn

Discover Canberra's 'patchwork quilt of colour' this autumn

15 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Run a tight ship to keep safe on the water this Easter long weekend

Run a tight ship to keep safe on the water this Easter long weekend

15 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Canberra rock fisherman flown to hospital following South Coast rescue

Canberra rock fisherman flown to hospital following South Coast rescue

14 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Truck driver charged over Barton Highway multi-vehicle crash

Truck driver charged over Barton Highway multi-vehicle crash

14 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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UPDATED: Cool days and crisp nights: your Easter weekend weather forecast

UPDATED: Cool days and crisp nights: your Easter weekend weather forecast

14 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Donuts back on the menu at Mrs Kim's in Kingston

Donuts back on the menu at Mrs Kim's in Kingston

13 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Courts & Crime
Police seeking witnesses to alleged hit and run on Gungahlin Drive

Police seeking witnesses to alleged hit and run on Gungahlin Drive

13 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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UPDATED: Barton Highway to be closed for several hours following multiple-vehicle smash

UPDATED: Barton Highway to be closed for several hours following multiple-vehicle smash

13 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Holiday motorists face additional hazards as State urged to fix highway potholes

Holiday motorists face additional hazards as State urged to fix highway potholes

13 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Isolating staff and Easter travellers put pressure on Canberra Airport

Isolating staff and Easter travellers put pressure on Canberra Airport

13 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Salmonella fears prompt Coles to recall baby spinach

Salmonella fears prompt Coles to recall baby spinach

12 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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No jail for scaffolder busted with up to $500,000 worth of meth

No jail for scaffolder busted with up to $500,000 worth of meth

11 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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'We're all the bloody same': new exhibition challenges racism

'We're all the bloody same': new exhibition challenges racism

10 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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'Heart-warming' gesture lets teachers know the community's behind them

'Heart-warming' gesture lets teachers know the community's behind them

9 April 2022 | By Claire Fenwicke
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