Nick Crockford
Nick has been a journalist for more than 40 years, working for weekly and major daily (morning and evening) newspapers, as well as in public relations and radio in Australia and the UK.
He has led teams covering such as the English Premier League, World Cup Finals and Olympic Games, but says community news is his first love.
Nick has lived in Moreton Bay for more than 20 years and is heavily involved with two of the region’s largest football clubs.
The Latest from Nick
Fined for high-range speeding
A Samford Valley motorcyclist has been fined $1,919 and lost his licence for six months after allegedly being caught travelling 119km/h in a 60km/h zone during a police road safety operation.
Great Mate plans to get bigger and better
The Great Mate Check-In’s flagship men’s mental health event raised more than $6,000 for counselling and community grants, with organisers promising an even bigger and better event next year.
Bridge plan seeks new approval
The proposed $750 million Bribie Island Bridge has entered the federal environmental approval process, with construction expected to begin in 2028 and deliver safer, improved traffic and active transport connections.
Aussie stars heading to Woodford
Australia’s top axemen are heading to Woodford Show for a rare national woodchop championship, alongside monster trucks, stunt shows, food challenges, fireworks and family entertainment.
Budget priorities division-by-division
Moreton Bay councillors have outlined division-by-division Budget priorities, with funding for roads, parks, sports facilities, community spaces and major infrastructure projects across the city.
$200m for Moreton Bay’s roads
Moreton Bay’s new Budget commits more than $200 million to roads and transport, funding major upgrades to Old Gympie Road, Youngs Crossing Road, Caboolture River Road and key Olympic-linked infrastructure projects.
Moreton Bay rate rises and concessions
Moreton Bay’s $1.2 billion Budget includes a 4.69% minimum rate rise, higher pensioner rebates and a record $454 million investment in infrastructure.
Next move in golf course battle
The battle over North Lakes Golf Course continues, with JH Northlakes set to appeal Council’s rejection of a proposed driving range as campaigners renew calls to restore the site as a golf course.
Search on for more ‘quiet heroes’
Moreton Bay residents are being encouraged to become foster carers, with Anglicare seeking more safe and supportive homes for children and young people in need.
Four charged after break-ins
Four men have been charged after a series of alleged vehicle thefts and break-ins across Moreton Bay, with police tracking suspects through Narangba and Burpengary as part of Operation Yankee Forge.
