The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 11: Fake news charge reportedly laid against Fox coverage

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A clue to FURPHY.
5 comments refer to this clue (from 4 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Coverage doesn't mean covering, and the homophone is not quite exact – but an excellent effort deserving of a point.
2.I like the misleading wordplay
3.The smartest clue, though it ducks indicating the Aussie-ism (which I feel this word really needs)
4.Worth a point for topicality, but fox coverage is pushing it bit far!
5.Not sure that fox coverage = fur.