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

Maccas hiring for 120 new jobs
News / Local
28 July 2026

Maccas hiring for 120 new jobs

Earthworks have started at the site of Moreton Bay region’s newest McDonald’s restaurant, which is now hiring staff.

State salutes "outstanding" Nathan
News / Local
28 July 2026

State salutes "outstanding" Nathan

Village Motors North Lakes technician Nathan Tapuni has been recognised as one of the industry’s best apprentices in Queensland.

Ready to celebrate village milestone
News / Local
28 July 2026

Ready to celebrate village milestone

Eleven Bolton Clarke Inverpine residents are gearing up to celebrate 25 years living at the Murrumba Downs retirement village.

Where to vote: Polling booths for 2024 State Election in City of Moreton Bay
News / Local
28 July 2026

Where to vote: Polling booths for 2024 State Election in City of Moreton Bay

More than 100 polling booths will open on Saturday, October 26 for Moreton Bay region residents to vote in the 2024 Queensland State Election. Here's your complete list

Stolen bike crashes in front of police
News / Local
28 July 2026

Stolen bike crashes in front of police

Luck ran out for an alleged offender when he crashed a stolen motorbike at Clontarf - right in front of police at an emergency services expo.

'Doggy door' designed to save koalas
News / Local
28 July 2026

'Doggy door' designed to save koalas

A life-saving ‘escape hatch’ for koalas has been developed, trialled and is now operating near roads in the Moreton Bay region.

First look at new hotel plans
News / Local
28 July 2026

First look at new hotel plans

Interior designs for the new $35m Dakabin Hotel have been unveiled by The Comiskey Group. See pictures.

Funding call for "life-changing" plans
News / Local
28 July 2026

Funding call for "life-changing" plans

Plans have been unveiled for new Changing Places facilities which will “change lives” for people with disabilities in the Moreton Bay region.

Precinct plan for huge block
News / Local
28 July 2026

Precinct plan for huge block

Plans have been lodged for a new industry and business precinct on Deception Bay Road.

Ripper boost for Junior Classic
News / Local
28 July 2026

Ripper boost for Junior Classic

Entries have opened today for the 2024 Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), which is being supported by one of the world’s major golf tours.