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
Salute to our unsung heroes
National Volunteer Week (May 18–24) shines a spotlight on Moreton Bay’s thousands of volunteers, from Bushcare and environment centres to disaster management and SES teams, recognising their vital role in strengthening the community.
Village bid for top state award
Samford Village is a finalist in the 2026 QTIC Tiny Tourism Town Awards, representing Moreton Bay against regional Queensland towns. Public voting is open until May 24, with winners to receive state-wide recognition and tourism promotion opportunities.
Wild discoveries of citizen scientists
Citizen scientists are helping uncover rare and invasive plant species across Moreton Bay using the iNaturalist app, including Tropical Soda Apple and endangered native flora, supporting conservation, research, and local biodiversity protection.
The Lullaby Club is coming home to Redcliffe
Redcliffe-born fashion brand The Lullaby Club opens its first waterfront store on Redcliffe Parade May 29, celebrating its family-run roots and inclusive women’s clothing designs.
Huge tree taken down on Scarborough foreshore
An 80-year-old fig tree at Scarborough Beach foreshore has been removed by Moreton Bay City Council after severe decline from a fungal pathogen, marking the end of an era for a much-loved local landmark with decades of community memories.
Upgrades for historic hotel and town
Historic Heritage Hotel at Old Petrie Town will close for renovations as part of a $2.5 million Moreton Bay City Council upgrade, delivering repairs, restoration works and a renewed visitor experience at the popular heritage village.
Kids put best foot forward for National Walk Safely to School Day
Pupils at Bellmere State School will take part in National Walk Safely to School Day on May 22, featuring fun safety checkpoints and activities. Led by the Pedestrian Council of Australia, it promotes health, safety, active travel and classroom focus.
Sod turn on new clubhouse precinct
Construction has begun on a $17 million resort-style clubhouse at Vantage Lilywood in Waraba (formerly Caboolture West), featuring pools, gym, courts, cinema and lifestyle amenities as part of a new over-50s community in Moreton Bay.
Sports stars turn business champions
Olympic and Paralympic champions Anna Meares, Cate Campbell and Brenden Hall will speak at a North Lakes business event on May 26, sharing insights on leadership, resilience and opportunities linked to Brisbane 2032.
New phase to hospital’s $1.1b expansion
Work on the $1.1 billion Redcliffe Hospital expansion will ramp up in coming weeks, delivering new beds, expanded maternity and theatre services, and a major upgraded carpark with more than 530 spaces as part of the hospital masterplan.
