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

Teenager faces hooning charges
News / Local
6 June 2026

Teenager faces hooning charges

Moreton South Highway Patrol has seized a Ford Falcon and charged an 18-year-old man after alleged hooning offences in Warner.

Reprieve for homeless group
News / Local
6 June 2026

Reprieve for homeless group

“Rough sleepers” at a site in Kallangur have been given a reprieve by Moreton Bay City Council (MBCC).

"Connection" key for prize winner
News / Local
6 June 2026

"Connection" key for prize winner

Redcliffe artist Blair Garland has won the Moreton Bay Art Award and explained the “deeply personal” meanings behind her entry Flesh and Blood 2025.

Tigers' building plan for future
News / Local
6 June 2026

Tigers' building plan for future

Finals footy may be out of reach for Redcliffe Tigers’ wheelchair team – but foundations are already being laid for their 2026 AFL campaign.

Phins' fans in fine form
News / Local
6 June 2026

Phins' fans in fine form

Dolphins romped to another high-scoring victory on Saturday – and how their fans loved it! Picture special.

Planning under way for new school
News / Local
6 June 2026

Planning under way for new school

Moreton Bay's new special school may open in three or four years, giving "enrolment relief" to Pine Rivers Special School.

Roll up rollup - it's showtime!
News / Local
6 June 2026

Roll up rollup - it's showtime!

It’s showtime this week in Dayboro, when town meets country at the “best little country show”.

Grants boost for rising stars
News / Local
6 June 2026

Grants boost for rising stars

The first recipients of Bright Future Grants have been revealed by State Member for Pumicestone Ariana Doolan.

Boaties warned over new laws
News / Local
6 June 2026

Boaties warned over new laws

Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) and its partner agencies will start enforcing new lifejacket laws from next week.

Annabel turns hobby into world series
News / Local
6 June 2026

Annabel turns hobby into world series

A “fun day out” for her dad’s birthday, kick-started the rise of North Lakes’ teenager Annabel Kennedy from hire karts to the world stage.