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

Paddlers powering to nationals
News / Local
23 July 2026

Paddlers powering to nationals

Redcliffe dragon boat crews win big at states, with medals and Queensland selections ahead of national championships at Lake Kawana.

Masterplan for sports hub
News / Local
23 July 2026

Masterplan for sports hub

New master plan unveiled for James Drysdale Reserve, with major upgrades including courts, fields, carpark and facilities for Moreton Bay’s growing community.

New car to tackle parking problem
News / Council
23 July 2026

New car to tackle parking problem

New high-tech patrol car hits Moreton Bay streets, using cameras and plate recognition to target illegal parking and improve access in busy areas.

Expo takes business to “next level”
News / Local
23 July 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
23 July 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
23 July 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
23 July 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
23 July 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
23 July 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
23 July 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.