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

Power-ing up for huge cup night
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Power-ing up for huge cup night

Peninsula Power are putting the finishing touches to preparations for one of the biggest matches in the history of AJ Kelly Park.

Suburbs leading electric charge
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Suburbs leading electric charge

Demand for electric vehicles (EVs) has surged in the City of Moreton Bay with sales more than doubling in many areas. See where your suburb sits on the electric ladder.

Police uncover major drugs lab
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Police uncover major drugs lab

Two men have been charged with drug offences after police searched a property in Rothwell today and allegedly uncovered “super lab” equipment.

Fees waived for 82 new homes
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Fees waived for 82 new homes

Moreton Bay City Council has waived more than $1 million of infrastructure charges and development fees to tackle homelessness and housing affordability.

Maureen's new home from home
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Maureen's new home from home

Maureen Spratt has moved house for the first time in 40 years – but not far. In fact, she's still on the same block of land.

Para trio "ready to race" says Lucky
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Para trio "ready to race" says Lucky

The waiting is finally over. Tonight, Lakeisha 'Lucky' Patterson, Brenden Hall and Paige Leonhardt will carry the City of Moreton Bay’s hopes into the 2023 World Para Swimming Championships.

Aussie first for new Caboolture hospital
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Aussie first for new Caboolture hospital

The first satellite hospital in Australia has opened today in Caboolture with a special community event before it starts taking patients later this week.

Duo help put Aussies on top of world
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Duo help put Aussies on top of world

Kaylee McKeown and Sam Short, whose swimming careers were shaped in the City of Moreton Bay, helped Australia top the World Championships medal table.

Kaylee lands stunning triple crown
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Kaylee lands stunning triple crown

Kaylee McKeown, the swimming superstar who was born and grew up in the City of Moreton Bay, has completed a superb golden sweep at the World Championships.

Vacant home to house those in need
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Vacant home to house those in need

A former aged care facility in Rothwell will soon be transformed by the State Government, into homes for Queenslanders in need of housing.