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

New bar plans at waterfront cafe
News / Local
4 June 2026

New bar plans at waterfront cafe

Sidonie Newport, the waterfront cafe and bar, is closing just for next week as part of its expansion plans.

Burn-offs start before bushfire season
News / Local
4 June 2026

Burn-offs start before bushfire season

Hazard reduction burns are underway across Moreton Bay, with sites on Bribie Island and Albany Creek already targeted to reduce bushfire risk and protect communities.

See future for key suburbs
News / Council
4 June 2026

See future for key suburbs

Have your say on the future plans for Arana Hills and Ferny Hills. Draft proposals include land rezoning, accommodating for higher density living, new centres and future growth near key transport hubs.

Highway changes kicked in today
News / Local
4 June 2026

Highway changes kicked in today

Temporary traffic changes on the Bruce Highway, between Dohles Rocks Rd and Anzac Ave, will now start tomorrow (April 16). Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) says the delay, from the start of this week, was due to signage and site arrangements.

Taking Brendale craft to Japan
4 June 2026

Taking Brendale craft to Japan

Moreton Bay brewery will travel to Japan with a council-led trade delegation after winning 19 medals at the Queensland Beer Awards. Learn more about how this local success story is chasing global opportunities, exploring export potential and showcasing the region’s flavours on the international stage.

Rising to new national challenge
News / Local
4 June 2026

Rising to new national challenge

Ex-Army veteran John Butler, 72, will represent Queensland at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, embracing sport to support physical and mental wellbeing.

Liam’s sights set on Diamond days
News / Sport
4 June 2026

Liam’s sights set on Diamond days

Redcliffe’s Liam Adcock secures his 2026 Commonwealth Games debut after winning a third national long jump title, setting sights on a huge year ahead.

Movie joins turtle awareness expo
News / Local
4 June 2026

Movie joins turtle awareness expo

Moreton Bay Turtle Expo returns with a movie and free family events to celebrate local wildlife and community engagement.

Where quake struck in Moreton Bay
News / Council
4 June 2026

Where quake struck in Moreton Bay

Researchers have uncovered evidence of a powerful ancient earthquake west of Caboolture, helping Moreton Bay better understand future risks and disaster planning implementation.

Buyers target Moreton Bay suburbs
News / Local
4 June 2026

Buyers target Moreton Bay suburbs

Caboolture, Morayfield and Burpengary rank among Queensland’s top suburbs for house sales, highlighting strong demand in Moreton Bay’s growing commuter corridor.