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
Silver lining for dragon boat John
Sandstone Point’s John Butler, 72, helped Queensland claim silver and bronze at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, narrowly missing gold after a thrilling finish at Lake Kawana.
Kiwi Cuzzy Guide to Moreton Bay
The Kiwi Cuzzy Guide highlights Moreton Bay’s top experiences, from Redcliffe Jetty to Bribie Island and hinterland drives, encouraging locals to showcase the region to visiting New Zealand friends and boost tourism.
Nipping weed in the bud
Tropical soda apple weed found on 18 Moreton Bay properties, posing a threat to crops and pastures as council works to contain its spread.
Max wins first Dolphins call-up
North Lakes teen Max Cunningham earns his first Australian call-up, selected for the Junior Dolphins at the 2026 Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Vancouver after standout performances at national age titles.
Fire trail work underway
New fire trails are being built across five Moreton Bay sites to support hazard reduction burns and protect wildlife. Works run to June as part of Council’s land buyback program to enhance biodiversity and reduce bushfire risk.
Hundreds say 'Redcliffe Deserves Better'
A Redcliffe petition demanding safer, cleaner public spaces has gained hundreds of signatures in days, citing rubbish, anti-social behaviour and accessibility concerns amid ongoing homelessness challenges.
New scanner “major step forward”
Redcliffe’s first PET-CT scanner is now open at Qscan, giving cancer patients local, bulk-billed access to vital imaging. The new service reduces travel and boosts cancer care in Moreton Bay.
Month of Hills Festival fun
The Hills Festival, a month of events across Arana Hills, Ferny Hills and surrounds kicks off tomorrow. Enjoy live music, performances, family fun and the Hills Carnivale finale.
Sound sleep after landing $1m!
An Arana Hills man wins $1 million in Weekday Windfall draw 4696, calling it perfect timing before retirement. The sole division one winner plans his future after the life-changing lotto surprise.
Funding fears for Moreton Bay projects
Nearly 90 Moreton Bay projects could be at risk if the Federal Government ends a key $500m infrastructure program. Mayor Peter Flannery warns roads, upgrades and community facilities face funding uncertainty without urgent action.
