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

Hardman 'faces' up to new challenge
News / Local
21 June 2026

Hardman 'faces' up to new challenge

Issac ‘Headsplitter’ Hardman, who grew up in Caboolture and Deception Bay, will take the first step back into title contention tonight when he climbs into the ring at Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter.

Driving salute to swimming legend
News / Local
21 June 2026

Driving salute to swimming legend

A street in Rothwell has been given a golden upgrade in tribute to Australian swimming legend Leisel Jones.

Max lands magnificent seven
News / Local
21 June 2026

Max lands magnificent seven

Max Cunningham, the former Grace swimmer now with Churchie, produced a stunning display at the Brisbane Short Course Championships.

Knives found in police crack down
News / Local
21 June 2026

Knives found in police crack down

Moreton Police uncovered two knives and a “drug utensil” in a wandering operation at Mango Hill Railway Station and bus station last week.

Medals in Manchester for world trio
News / Local
21 June 2026

Medals in Manchester for world trio

Lakeisha ‘Lucky’ Patterson, Paige Leonhardt and Brenden Hall have helped Australia to its most successful World Para Swimming Championships in more than a decade.

Green light for 5ha North Lakes plan
News / Local
21 June 2026

Green light for 5ha North Lakes plan

Plans have been approved for a light industry and residential development on one of the few remaining sizeable blocks in North Lakes.

Kallangur man's $8 million Keno win
News / Local
21 June 2026

Kallangur man's $8 million Keno win

In what is believed to be an Australian first, a Kallangur man’s unique way of playing Keno has won two major jackpots worth more than $8 million in a single draw.

First Special Constable sworn in
News / Local
21 June 2026

First Special Constable sworn in

Moreton Police District has its first Special Constable - a new category of constable - with the swearing in of Adam Campbell.

Masters move for three more years
News / Local
21 June 2026

Masters move for three more years

Softball Queensland’s biggest tournament is back in the City of Moreton Bay this weekend, for the third time in five years.

Paige medals at world titles
News / Local
21 June 2026

Paige medals at world titles

Former Burpengary swimmer Paige Leonhardt was on the Para World Championship podium last night after winning a bronze medal in Manchester.