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

New Olympic sports precinct is a “no brainer”
News / Local
24 July 2026

New Olympic sports precinct is a “no brainer”

Plans have been released for a new sport precinct which could bring Olympic rowing to the City of Moreton Bay.  Council has unveiled its Flatwater Rowing Precinct as a possible rowing and paddle sports venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond.

Global game plan for Moreton Bay
News / Local
24 July 2026

Global game plan for Moreton Bay

Moreton Bay is getting its own Monopoly board, with locals invited to suggest iconic landmarks and locations for the custom edition launching later this year.

Green light for new $295m resort
News / Local
24 July 2026

Green light for new $295m resort

GemLife has received the green light from Moreton Bay City Council for its $295 million resort with river and lake frontage in Beachmere.

Turning pump station from brick to chic
News / Local
24 July 2026

Turning pump station from brick to chic

A Unitywater water pump station in Caboolture has turned the spotlight onto our vulnerable lesser-known species.

Redcliffe swimmer Aurora Jansma named most outstanding junior at Asian championships
News / Sport
24 July 2026

Redcliffe swimmer Aurora Jansma named most outstanding junior at Asian championships

Redcliffe’s Aurora Jansma, aged nine, crowned Most Outstanding Junior at Asian Open Championships in Bangkok, winning seven medals and smashing a 200m butterfly record.

Green light for 24/7 service station on Bribie Island Road after divided council vote
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24 July 2026

Green light for 24/7 service station on Bribie Island Road after divided council vote

Plans for a new service station on one of Moreton Bay’s busiest arterial roads have been given the green light – despite opposition to the proposal.

Rising stars shine in Cameron Smith Junior Classic
News / Sport
24 July 2026

Rising stars shine in Cameron Smith Junior Classic

Two new champions are on the Cameron Smith Junior Classic honours board after impressive and contrasting victories at Wantima Country Club. See the photos.

Digging deep to help foundation
News / Local
24 July 2026

Digging deep to help foundation

New figures show Moreton Bay has been one of the biggest supporters of the Fred Hollows Foundation this year.

Tee-time for Classic juniors
News / Local
24 July 2026

Tee-time for Classic juniors

Players from across Queensland and interstate will tee-up at Wantima County Club this week for the Cameron Smith Junior Classic – which is preparing for major changes.

Future proofing historical village
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24 July 2026

Future proofing historical village

Caboolture Historical Society has received a major funding boost to support its operations and development of the historical village.