Harriet Alexander
Harriet Alexander is an investigative reporter known for her work with the Sydney Morning Herald, where she has covered significant issues affecting Sydney and its residents. Recently, she revealed troubling financial issues surrounding the new Sydney Fish Market, sparking public concern over the management of a major infrastructure project.
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Harriet Alexander wrote a wonderful observational piece about Graham Richardson's state funeral.
Fires, funerals and MPs’ expenses keep the Herald newsroom humming
Australia· 2025-12-12
Harriet Alexander is an investigative reporter who revealed that construction giant Multiplex is suing the NSW government over cost blowouts at the new Sydney Fish Market.
Bickering over new Sydney Fish Market sells consumers shortAustralia· 2025-09-27The Herald’s Harriet Alexander reports that three of the 10 most profitable clubs are operating with extended trading hours after gaining a 'hardship exemption'.
Hard times claims by pokie clubs are breaking our heartsAustralia· 2025-09-02
Harriet Alexander’s stories on Tim 'Hurricane' Alford received a nod for Outstanding Court and Legal Affairs Reporting.
The Sydney Morning Herald earns 15 finalist nominations in Kennedy AwardsAustralia· 2025-07-27
In an exclusive story, the Herald’s Harriet Alexander this week revealed Crown Resorts executives are lobbying Minns government MPs.
Crown started as a high rollers’ casino and should not become an RSLAustralia· 2025-06-13
Building Commissioner James Sherrard told the Herald’s Harriet Alexander and Max Maddison that his staff had prepared criminal briefs to bring more than 50 charges against a number of people.
Restoring faith in building industry is vital for SydneyAustralia· 2025-04-08
Harriet Alexander revealed on Thursday that the company behind 'Australia’s home of seafood' has retained insolvency experts.
It was meant to be the Opera House for fish. Instead, there’s something rotten in Blackwattle BayAustralia· 2025-02-13