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

Slam dunk for at-risk young people
News / Local
8 June 2026

Slam dunk for at-risk young people

A free program to help at-risk young people with mentorship and engagement will be in North Lakes from March-May.

News / Local
8 June 2026

Police target roads - and beaches

Moreton District Police have launched Mistletoe - a high-visibility traffic operation to boost safety on the region's roads and Bribie beach this Christmas.

New kids play centre at hotel site
News / Local
8 June 2026

New kids play centre at hotel site

A huge children’s indoor play centre will be part of a major $50 million development being built in the Moreton Bay region.

Upgrade plans for major road
News / Local
8 June 2026

Upgrade plans for major road

Latest plans for a four-lane, 1.2km upgrade of Caboolture River Rd have been released early by Moreton Bay City Council.

Turning back clock at $50m development
News / Local
8 June 2026

Turning back clock at $50m development

Work has started on a new $50 million development which will bring an iconic name back to one of Moreton Bay region’s busiest roads.

Masterplan for "100 years and beyond"
News / Local
8 June 2026

Masterplan for "100 years and beyond"

Plans have been revealed to tackle the lack of burial space in Moreton Bay region - by almost tripling the size of our largest cemetery.

Allegra goes back-to-back in Classic
News / Local
8 June 2026

Allegra goes back-to-back in Classic

Allegra De Guzman is the first player to defend a title in the Cameron Smith Junior Classic (CSJC), while Alfie Ward had his maiden win at Wantima Country Club.

New battle at $19m overpass
News / Local
8 June 2026

New battle at $19m overpass

Concerns over litter and graffiti at controversial overpass in Clontarf have been “promptly addressed”, according to Transport and Main Roads.

Shane calls time on national career

Shane Kenny - who grew up, plays and lives in the Moreton Bay region - has brought the curtain down on his trophy-laden national league hockey career.

Changes to major development plan
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8 June 2026

Changes to major development plan

Plans for a new showroom, shop and food and drink outlet by Bribie Island bridge have changed.