Jodie Powell

Jodie has extensive experience in print and online media spanning community, regional and metropolitan mastheads, as well as corporate communications.

She believes local newspapers have a crucial role to play in advocating for residents, and supporting local organisations, events, charities and sporting groups, as well as celebrating important milestones in our communities.

A passionate story teller, she prides herself on delivering successful community campaigns to highlight issues of importance to readers.

The Latest from Jodie

Solution in the pipeline for St Benedict’s traffic congestion
News / Council

Solution in the pipeline for St Benedict’s traffic congestion

St Benedict’s Close at Mango Hill could be widened, or secondary access created to ease traffic congestion. Here's why... **FREE TO READ**

Guide Dog Davey learning the ropes
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Guide Dog Davey learning the ropes

A Guide Dog puppy named in honour of Senior-Constable Dave Masters, who lost his life in the line of duty, is impressing trainers with his enthusiasm. See the pictures... **FREE TO READ**

One nabbed in knife search operation
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One nabbed in knife search operation

More than 50 people were searched by Moreton police during the district's first operation using new hand-held metal-detector wands. Here's what police found. **Free to read**

Police roll out knife-detector wands in Moreton Bay
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Police roll out knife-detector wands in Moreton Bay

Police across the Moreton Bay Region are turning the heat up on knife crime, with operations to detect the illegal weapons starting in coming weeks. Find out what's happening... ***FREE TO READ***

Albany Creek path name honours Kevin Couch
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Albany Creek path name honours Kevin Couch

Kevin Couch has been connecting his local community for years. Now a path will bear his name. Find out where... **FREE TO READ**

Spotlight on motorcycle safety
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Spotlight on motorcycle safety

Hundreds of motorcyclists across the Moreton Bay Region will be better equipped on our roads thanks to an innovative program organised by local police. Here's how to take part... **FREE TO READ**

Backyard fire laws in the pipeline
News / Council

Backyard fire laws in the pipeline

Recreational backyard fires and firepits will be allowed on private property across the Moreton Bay Region under a suite of proposed local laws. Here's how to have your say... **FREE TO READ**

New hotel approved for Strathpine
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New hotel approved for Strathpine

A massive development at the gateway to Strathpine will create almost 500 new jobs for the Moreton Bay Region. Find out what's in store... **FREE TO READ**

UniSC backs Moreton Bay Region PrideFest
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UniSC backs Moreton Bay Region PrideFest

The Moreton Bay Region’s inaugural PrideFest is an opportunity to promote acceptance, understanding and unity, according to the University of the Sunshine Coast. Here's why... ***FREE TO READ***

Skate park opens at Deception Bay
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Skate park opens at Deception Bay

Skaters, scooters, BMXers and rollerbladers were out in force for the official opening of the $1.5 million Deception Bay Skate Park at the weekend. Read more here...