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

From rookie to champion in 12 months
News / Local
26 July 2026

From rookie to champion in 12 months

In just 12 months, Burpengary’s Riley Stevens has fought his way from martial arts rookie to regional, state and national champion.

Deal for new centre of excellence
News / Local
26 July 2026

Deal for new centre of excellence

City of Moreton Bay is set to become Queensland’s home of table tennis under a new seven-year partnership.

Cairns next for title-chasing Liam
News / Local
26 July 2026

Cairns next for title-chasing Liam

Liam Wilson, the Redcliffe-born, Lawnton-based boxer, is heading north in his quest for a third world title fight.

"Go" for airship test flight
News / Local
26 July 2026

"Go" for airship test flight

A new hydrogen-powered airship – designed and built in Newport - will have its first test flight on Sunday before invited guests.

Club joins sports group stable
News / Local
26 July 2026

Club joins sports group stable

Caboolture Sports Club (CSC) has added a fourth licensed venue – Club Glass House – to its growing portfolio.

Huge boost for little athletics club
News / Local
26 July 2026

Huge boost for little athletics club

Work on a $4 million upgrade to Deception Bay Little Athletics centre is expected to get under way within weeks.

$5 million lifeline for young people
News / Local
26 July 2026

$5 million lifeline for young people

A new $5.3 million Caboolture Youth Residential Rehabilitation Service has officially opened for young people with mental health issues.

New $17.5m PCYC taking shape
News / Local
26 July 2026

New $17.5m PCYC taking shape

Construction is in full swing at PCYC Caboolture’s new $17.5 million purpose-built home on King Street.

"Drop the ego, not the bike"
News / Local
26 July 2026

"Drop the ego, not the bike"

RACQ is pleading with motorcycle riders to slow down as figures show Mt Glorious Tourist Drive and hinterland roads are among the state’s most dangerous.

"Suite" deal for waterfront venue
News / Local
26 July 2026

"Suite" deal for waterfront venue

Lewis Land, which owns The Belvedere and The Komo in Redcliffe, has added another major venue to its peninsula portfolio.