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

"Horrendous" koala death near overpass site
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"Horrendous" koala death near overpass site

Campaigners have called for “this destruction” to stop after a koala was reportedly hit and killed today on the opposite side of Elizabeth Ave, Clontarf, to the site of a new overpass.

Route revealed for new western highway
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Route revealed for new western highway

The preferred route for Stage 2 of the Bruce Highway Western Alternative – from Moorina to Narangba, has been released by Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

Green light for $72 million precinct
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Green light for $72 million precinct

A $72 million eco lifestyle precinct at North Lakes has been given the green light - creating 150 new jobs in the region.

New distillery opening at Eatons Hill
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New distillery opening at Eatons Hill

The new Comiskey Distillery will officially open its doors at Eatons Hill Hotel tomorrow with a gin workshop.

Gearing-up to help flood-hit town
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Gearing-up to help flood-hit town

Redcliffe Cyclones Junior Cricket Club is hoping to bring some relief to a community devastated by the recent floods in New South Wales.

World champion's inspiring visit
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World champion's inspiring visit

Kelsey-Lee Barber, the World and Commonwealth javelin champion, made a special visit to Redcliffe Little Athletics on Friday.

Redcliffe lands back-to-back titles
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Redcliffe lands back-to-back titles

Redcliffe Golf Club has become the first to win back-to-back PGA Tournament of the Year titles in the annual Queensland Golf Industry Awards.

Pokemon in park big hit with fans
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Pokemon in park big hit with fans

Pokemon fans loved the rescheduled Movie in the Park Rothwell on Friday when Pokemon: Detective Pikachu hit the big screen. PICTURE SPECIAL

Store opens with 101 new jobs
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Store opens with 101 new jobs

Coles Caboolture Big Fish has opened its doors for the first time creating 101 new jobs in our region.

Potholes top region's complaint list
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Potholes top region's complaint list

Potholes were the most reported complaint on Moreton Bay Regional Council’s (MBRC) Request app, in the last financial year. Here's the top 10 on the app list.