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
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...
Fledgling comedian wows judges
Eliza Jane Mann fell into comedy by chance and found herself on stage in the state finals of a national competition in only her 10th on-stage performance. Read more here...
New police beat rolls into Redcliffe
A state-of-the-art ‘police station on wheels’ launched in Redcliffe last week as part of the Queensland Police Service’s expansion of Mobile Police Beats. Find out more... **FREE TO READ**
More Moreton Bay land preserved for wildlife
Moreton Bay Regional Council has bought its first property in The Hills District under the Land Buyback for Environmental Purposes scheme. Find out how it helps our native wildlife... **FREE TO READ**
RAW talent earns a spot at Melbourne International Comedy Festival
A former Grace Lutheran College student has won this year’s Queensland final of RAW Comedy. Find out what's next for Meg Jager... **FREE TO READ**
Jet-skier cops hefty fine in Pumicestone Passage
A jet-ski rider was fined for riding above the speed limit during an operation off Bribie Island last week. Here's what it cost him... **FREE TO READ**
Police round-up: Drivers charged over Easter long weekend
More than a dozen drink drivers were nabbed by Moreton District police at the weekend, while three men copped $1653 fines after being found driving more than 40kmh over the limit. Here's what else happened on our roads... **FREE TO READ**
Festival brings The Hills to life
The Hills will come alive throughout May with fireworks, rides, entertainment, and workshops for the entire month. Here's our guide to what's happening... **FREE TO READ**
Push for affordable, accessible housing
Spinal Life Australia has welcomed Moreton Bay Regional Council providing incentives for the private sector to construct social housing - but they'd also like to see a focus on delivering accessible housing. Here's why... ***FREE TO READ***
Police round-up: meat, handbags stolen
A series of burglaries that may be linked, a stolen power-assisted bike and thefts from vehicles are among the crimes keeping police in the Moreton District busy. Here's what else has been happening... **FREE TO READ**
