A 34-year-old man has been granted parole after serving time behind bars for a string of burglary, theft and drug offences.
Hasely James Maynard was serving a 12-month sentence for offences including aggravated burglary, motor vehicle stealing, stealing and drug possession.
In a recently published decision, the Tasmanian Parole Board granted him parole from July 5 until January 18, 2027.
The board said Maynard’s offending was linked to his methamphetamine use and criminal associates.
He began using cannabis at 18 and was regularly using methamphetamine by his mid-20s.
His record of complying with court orders was poor. He was granted parole in 2023, but it was revoked seven months later after he used drugs.
He had also breached a community correction order, a home detention order and a drug treatment order.
The board weighed those concerns against signs of change.
Maynard had spent his longest period drug-free while in custody and held a trusted position as a leading hand in the prison bakery.
He told the board he wanted to “change his life” for the family members who had continued to support him.
The board said he had outlined “realistic goals” to avoid relapse and had been honest about previously avoiding support.
Other factors in his favour included stable accommodation, engagement with the Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre and the prospect of work with a paving company.
The board said it was satisfied the risks could be managed through supervision and strict conditions.
Maynard must wear an electronic monitoring device as a condition of his release.
