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

Help shape North Pine Dam upgrades
News / Local
24 July 2026

Help shape North Pine Dam upgrades

Seqwater is inviting local voices to help shape the North Pine Dam water security and dam safety upgrades.

Funding boost for major festival
News / Local
24 July 2026

Funding boost for major festival

The Pasifika Vibes Festival has secured $15,000 in annual funding for the next three years through a Moreton Bay City Council grant.

Dolphins sign new Roads deal
News / Local
24 July 2026

Dolphins sign new Roads deal

North Lakes-based MR Roads has signed-up as a major partner with Dolphins' NRL team for the 2026 season.

Lease deal for new hospital
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24 July 2026

Lease deal for new hospital

Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital Foundation has been given a $1 per annum peppercorn lease to establish its new facility at Dakabin.

Australia-first trial in Moreton Bay

“Promising results” are being reported from a unique trial in Pine River trial using shellfish reefs to improve water quality.

RAYS gets $300,000 boost
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24 July 2026

RAYS gets $300,000 boost

Redcliffe Area Youth Space (RAYS) has received $300,000 as part of the State’s $50 million funding to combat youth crime and support at-risk young people.

Opening date plan for new centre
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24 July 2026

Opening date plan for new centre

A new medical centre is on track to open early next year in one of Moreton Bay’s fastest growing suburbs.

Golfers swing for sick kids
News / Local
24 July 2026

Golfers swing for sick kids

North Lakes golfers will be swinging for seriously ill children next month as part of X-Golf’s support for the Starlight Children’s Foundation.

Baby thrives in new unit
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24 July 2026

Baby thrives in new unit

Caboolture Hospital’s new neonatal unit has come the rescue of Clare, Josh and their premmie baby Finlay.

Sensors help flying foxes keep cool
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24 July 2026

Sensors help flying foxes keep cool

Next-gen sensors are helping Moreton Bay City Council and wildlife carers manage flying fox roosts as the region braces for a summer scorcher.