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

Work starts on new parking
News / Local
5 June 2026

Work starts on new parking

Early work is now underway to upgrade and expand the Narangba station park ‘n’ ride facility.

From dialysis to starting line
News / Local
5 June 2026

From dialysis to starting line

The Moreton Bay Triathlon will be more than just a race for Emmy O’Neill when she lines-up on the Redcliffe foreshore this weekend.

Try water sports - for free
News / Local
5 June 2026

Try water sports - for free

Lake Samsonvale Water Sports Association is holding a free Open Day with activities for adults and children.

Smoke tests for water pipes
News / Local
5 June 2026

Smoke tests for water pipes

Three Moreton Bay suburbs will be part of Unitywater’s annual smoke testing program, which finishes in December.

Tigers at the double double
News / Local
5 June 2026

Tigers at the double double

It was a day Redcliffe Tigers will never forget. A day the Aussie Rules club made history by completing a double double.

Duo make Talent Quest final
News / Local
5 June 2026

Duo make Talent Quest final

Two Moreton Bay singers are among the finalists announced for next month’s Urban Queensland Stardust Talent Quest in Caboolture.

Police warn beach drivers
News / Motoring
5 June 2026

Police warn beach drivers

Bribie Island is among the target areas for police during one of Moreton Bay region’s busiest times - the September school holidays.

Work to start on new shopping centre
News / Local
5 June 2026

Work to start on new shopping centre

The new Freshwater Village shopping centre will soon start taking shape with a builder appointed and major retailers secured.

Star striker Sharn is back
News / Local
5 June 2026

Star striker Sharn is back

Sharn Freier - the Redcliffe-born, Moreton Bay-raised, Australian international striker - has flown back to Brisbane.

Tackling Moreton Bay's homeless crisis
News / Local
5 June 2026

Tackling Moreton Bay's homeless crisis

New figures have revealed the Queensland Government’s response to Moreton Bay’s homelessness crisis, which was recently described as “horrific”.