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

National award for visionary approach
News / Council
22 July 2026

National award for visionary approach

City of Moreton Bay has won a national award for its innovative approach to affordable housing, recognising initiatives tackling homelessness through community partnerships and low-cost land leases.

Cut-price plea to pet owners
News / Local
22 July 2026

Cut-price plea to pet owners

Moreton Bay pet owners are urged to desex their cats and dogs, with RSPCA Queensland offering 20% off at participating vets to improve animal welfare and prevent unwanted litters.

Popular park gets $500,000 upgrade
22 July 2026

Popular park gets $500,000 upgrade

Leslie Patrick Park’s all abilities playground has reopened with a $500,000 upgrade, adding sensory, braille and low-vision play features for Moreton Bay families.

Rallying to help family in need
22 July 2026

Rallying to help family in need

A community fundraiser led by celebrity chef Alastair McLeod will support an Ocean View Estates family after a terminal brain cancer diagnosis, helping ease the financial and emotional burden during an incredibly difficult time.

Green light for Narangba East planning
22 July 2026

Green light for Narangba East planning

Planning for Narangba East has been given the green light, with a new Temporary Local Planning Instrument paving the way for future housing, jobs and infrastructure while protecting community and environmental outcomes.

How Jamie defied the odds - again and again
22 July 2026

How Jamie defied the odds - again and again

After a crash left him paraplegic, Moreton Bay’s Jamie Harrison defied the odds to return to racing, inspiring others with disability through his remarkable motorsport comeback.

Fines, suspensions for high-range speeding
News / Crime
22 July 2026

Fines, suspensions for high-range speeding

Two Moreton Bay motorists have been fined $1,919 and lost their licences for six months after being caught high-range speeding during Queensland Police's Operation Interpose.

Rockin’ first for Aussie music icon
News / Local
22 July 2026

Rockin’ first for Aussie music icon

Australian rock legend Tim Rogers has been named the first Lifetime Ambassador for The Breakfast Club Redcliffe, supporting its vital work helping people facing homelessness, hardship and isolation.

Breakthru made in Moreton Bay
News / Work
22 July 2026

Breakthru made in Moreton Bay

Breakthru has opened a new Strathpine employment centre to help people with disability find meaningful work, offering personalised support to build skills, confidence and long-term careers across Moreton Bay.

Expect police - anywhere, anytime
22 July 2026

Expect police - anywhere, anytime

Queensland police are launching Operation Yankee Cold Snap, targeting speeding, impaired driving and dangerous behaviour on roads during the winter school holidays.