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

Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball nears sellout as donations roll in for Redcliffe Hospital
22 July 2026

Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball nears sellout as donations roll in for Redcliffe Hospital

Just a few tickets remain for the 2026 Crew Legal Spring Gala Ball, one of Moreton Bay’s major fundraisers for Raise it for Redcliffe. At the time of writing, the fifth annual Gala Ball was on track to sell out for Friday, September 11.

Vintage yacht regatta postponed
22 July 2026

Vintage yacht regatta postponed

Classic timber yachts will return to Moreton Bay for the Vintage Yacht Regatta at Shorncliffe, celebrating maritime history with racing, live music and family-friendly festivities.

Meet the speakers behind the next Ladies Who Long Lunch
22 July 2026

Meet the speakers behind the next Ladies Who Long Lunch

Three remarkable Moreton Bay women are to form the Empowerment Panel at next month’s Ladies Who Long Lunch in Scarborough.

U-turn in boundary battle
News / Council
22 July 2026

U-turn in boundary battle

Queensland’s final electoral boundary changes keep Narangba in one electorate after community objections, while other Moreton Bay districts see major redistributions.

Plan. Prepare. Survive. this bushfire season
News / Weather
22 July 2026

Plan. Prepare. Survive. this bushfire season

Moreton Bay residents are urged to prepare for bushfire season as planned burns begin and Council encourages every household to create a Bushfire Survival Plan and stay informed.

Bruce Highway off-ramp to close
22 July 2026

Bruce Highway off-ramp to close

Moreton Bay motorists are advised of three weekend closures for the Bruce Highway's northbound Dohles Rocks Road off-ramp, with detours in place as upgrade works continue.

Moreton Motorsport Park boost - and battle
22 July 2026

Moreton Motorsport Park boost - and battle

The proposed Moreton Motorsport Park has attracted strong public support and ongoing opposition, as submissions close and the State Government considers the $20 million development.

Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10
22 July 2026

Moreton Bay shops make Queensland’s top 10

Two Moreton Bay businesses, Lawnton Country Markets and VC Fruit Market, have been recognised among Queensland’s top 10 independent fruit and vegetable retailers for quality produce and outstanding customer service.

Robo pets help those with dementia
22 July 2026

Robo pets help those with dementia

City of Moreton Bay libraries have introduced robotic companion pets and dementia-friendly programs to reduce loneliness, support wellbeing and help people living with dementia stay connected.

Seven-storey plans for corner block
22 July 2026

Seven-storey plans for corner block

Plans have been lodged for a 144-unit community housing development in Kallangur, providing affordable homes for local workers, families, seniors and others facing housing stress in Moreton Bay.