Nick Crockford

Nick has been a journalist for more than 30 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 the Moreton Bay Region for more than 20 years and is heavily involved with two of the region’s largest football clubs.

The Latest from Nick

"We are united. Our voice is strong"
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"We are united. Our voice is strong"

Campaigners fighting the proposed route of a new highway have called on residents to ‘stand up’ now, while there is still time stop it.

Funding appeal for "crucial" hospital
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Funding appeal for "crucial" hospital

An urgent appeal has been made to State and Federal Governments for help to fund the region’s first wildlife hospital. ** FREE TO READ **

Max finds pot of gold - three times
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Max finds pot of gold - three times

North Lakes resident Max Cunningham has found a rich vein of golden form at the Queensland Swimming Championships (December 9-15) – and there may be more. ** FREE TO READ **

Buses will make Bribie Better
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Buses will make Bribie Better

On-demand buses, ferry hoppers and e-scooters are among the suggestions to solve Bribie Island’s transport issues - and prepare for the future. ** FREE TO READ **

Campaign ramping up over highway plan
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Campaign ramping up over highway plan

A community meeting will be held tomorrow in the latest stage of a growing campaign to fight Stage 4 of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative (BHWA) through Elimbah.

Talks planned for huge tourist attraction
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Talks planned for huge tourist attraction

Plans for a major new tourist attraction, creating thousands of jobs, have been revealed by Moreton Bay City Council. ** FREE TO READ **

Driving Classic to new heights
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Driving Classic to new heights

The biggest Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC) has also been hailed “the best” after a record entry, close finishes and a hole-in-one at Wantima Country Club.

Herbie's happy to be back with Bennett
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Herbie's happy to be back with Bennett

New signing Herbie Farnworth had his first Dolphins training session today and said it’s “pretty cool” to be playing for coach Wayne Bennett again. ** FREE TO READ **

World silver for 'one-jump wonders'
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World silver for 'one-jump wonders'

Newport’s Harrison Lee and Australian team-mate Sam Durkin were dubbed 'one-jump wonders' after their remarkable silver medal at the FIG World Trampoline Championships. ** FREE TO READ **

New hospital set to open
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New hospital set to open

The new Kallangur Satellite Hospital, in Stoker Way, will accept its first patients from Monday. ** PICTURES, FREE TO READ **