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
Fire trail work underway
New fire trails are being built across five Moreton Bay sites to support hazard reduction burns and protect wildlife. Works run to June as part of Council’s land buyback program to enhance biodiversity and reduce bushfire risk.
Hundreds say 'Redcliffe Deserves Better'
A Redcliffe petition demanding safer, cleaner public spaces has gained hundreds of signatures in days, citing rubbish, anti-social behaviour and accessibility concerns amid ongoing homelessness challenges.
New scanner “major step forward”
Redcliffe’s first PET-CT scanner is now open at Qscan, giving cancer patients local, bulk-billed access to vital imaging. The new service reduces travel and boosts cancer care in Moreton Bay.
Month of Hills Festival fun
The Hills Festival, a month of events across Arana Hills, Ferny Hills and surrounds kicks off tomorrow. Enjoy live music, performances, family fun and the Hills Carnivale finale.
Sound sleep after landing $1m!
An Arana Hills man wins $1 million in Weekday Windfall draw 4696, calling it perfect timing before retirement. The sole division one winner plans his future after the life-changing lotto surprise.
Funding fears for Moreton Bay projects
Nearly 90 Moreton Bay projects could be at risk if the Federal Government ends a key $500m infrastructure program. Mayor Peter Flannery warns roads, upgrades and community facilities face funding uncertainty without urgent action.
Detection dogs find elusive glider
Endangered southern greater gliders have been discovered at 10 new Moreton Bay sites, expanding their known range to 11. Detection dogs and upcoming drone surveys are helping uncover hidden populations of the elusive “flying koala.”
Check-In for Great Mate Panel Chat
TGMC’s Night-Time Panel Chat is selling fast ahead of its June 5 event at Club Pine Rivers. Hear Ryan Elsom and Bodie Morris tackle men’s mental health, connection and stigma, with proceeds supporting MISA.
Safety fears at school zone
Speed and red-light cameras may be installed at Kippa-Ring’s Hercules Rd/Anzac Ave intersection amid safety concerns. Reports of speeding, red-light running and near misses in a school zone have prompted a government review.
Tuning-up for special choir workshop
Caboolture choir workshop led by renowned conductor Chris Brindley offers limited spots for locals to build skills and perform.
