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

Expo takes business to “next level”
News / Local
4 June 2026

Expo takes business to “next level”

Discover the BPW Moreton Bay Business Expo on May 23, featuring local businesses, networking opportunities and the InnovatHer pitch competition empowering women to grow.

Diamond day for Cyclones
News / Local
4 June 2026

Diamond day for Cyclones

Redcliffe City Cyclones celebrate 60 years with a special event at Filmer Park, honouring players, history and community.

Look inside Moreton Bay’s new $205m Olympic centre
News / Sport
4 June 2026

Look inside Moreton Bay’s new $205m Olympic centre

New Olympic venue designs for Moreton Bay and SEQ focus on long-term legacy, boosting indoor sports capacity and community use beyond the 2032 Brisbane Games.

“House community built” opens in Moreton Bay
4 June 2026

“House community built” opens in Moreton Bay

New Strathpine youth housing by Chameleon Housing to support vulnerable young people at risk of homelessness, offering safe accommodation and support.

Emergency work finishes on Bribie
News / Local
4 June 2026

Emergency work finishes on Bribie

Bribie Island dredging works finished early, improving boating access, water flow and coastal environmental protection at Pumicestone Passage.

Bribie couple set for life with $4.8m win
4 June 2026

Bribie couple set for life with $4.8m win

Moreton Bay couple win Set for Life prize of $20k per month for 20 years, after earlier win.

Police appeal after sudden Strathpine death
News / Local
4 June 2026

Police appeal after sudden Strathpine death

Police investigate suspicious death of 36-year-old man in Strathpine, seeking public help as autopsy results are awaited.

Outdoor fun just around the corner this Easter
News / Local
4 June 2026

Outdoor fun just around the corner this Easter

Easter school holiday bookings open in City of Moreton Bay, with low-cost outdoor activities like canoeing, archery, fishing and dance for kids and teens.

Police appeal into fatal crash
News / Local
4 June 2026

Police appeal into fatal crash

Fatal crash under investigation in Elimbah after a Kia Cerato struck a power pole and caught fire, claiming the life of a man believed to be in his 20s. Police are appealing for witnesses or dashcam footage.

“Privilege” to lead amazing volunteers
4 June 2026

“Privilege” to lead amazing volunteers

Richard Ogden steps down as BIEPA president after four years, leaving the Bribie Island environmental group strong with 500 members, major conservation wins and ongoing projects protecting local habitats, wildlife and community spaces.