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

$15 million boost for wildlife hospital
News / Local
24 July 2026

$15 million boost for wildlife hospital

A dedicated wildlife hospital will be built in the City of Moreton Bay, with $15 million funding confirmed today for the critical project.

Bella helping break the mould
News / Local
24 July 2026

Bella helping break the mould

Size is no barrier for Narangba’s Bella Sansom. Despite having the build of a runner, she is taking on Australia’s best in two ‘strength’ events.

New housing complex opens
News / Local
24 July 2026

New housing complex opens

A new social and affordable housing complex has been officially opened in Redcliffe - and more are on the way.

Key changes for highway upgrade
News / Local
24 July 2026

Key changes for highway upgrade

Motorists and pedestrians are being warned of changes to Dohles Rock Rd as part of the Bruce Highway upgrade.

School seizes RARE opportunity
News / Local
24 July 2026

School seizes RARE opportunity

Caboolture State School has seized a RARE opportunity to help schools in developing communities.

Moreton Bay bioblitz under way
News / Local
24 July 2026

Moreton Bay bioblitz under way

Residents and community groups across Moreton Bay are being urged to join the Great Southern Bioblitz, which started today.

New display village set to open
News / Local
24 July 2026

New display village set to open

The first display village in Moreton Bay's new city of Waraba will open on Saturday at the Lilywood Landings development.

Mousetrap scurries to new home
News / Local
24 July 2026

Mousetrap scurries to new home

Mousetrap Theatre will raise the curtain this week on its first production at the company’s new home in Redcliffe.

Moreton Bay hotspot for families
News / Local
24 July 2026

Moreton Bay hotspot for families

New research shows the Moreton Bay region has emerged as Queensland’s growth hot spot for families.

Urgent appeal for foster homes
News / Local
24 July 2026

Urgent appeal for foster homes

Moreton Bay residents are urged to consider being foster carers due to significant demand for children needing love and support in safe, stable homes.