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
Buyer inquiries strong, house sales holding firm
Continued low days on market and a higher number of listings than pre-COVID are indicative of a property market holding firm, according to the latest quarterly data analysed by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland. Here's what's happening...
Serial sign poster off to court
A person who persisted in displaying signs on council property faces court after copping 56 fines totalling more than $16,000 from Moreton Bay Regional Council in less than two months. Here's why...
Crackdown on dangerous dogs pays off
The number of owners of dangerous dogs failing to meet permit conditions has plummeted since Moreton Bay Regional Council introduced a regular inspection program. Find out when this year's inspections will be...
Sign on with Redcliffe Tigers AFL club
Redcliffe Tigers AFL club is kicking off the year with a sign-on day this Saturday, February 4. Here's what's happening...
Nominate now for business awards
Entries are flowing in for the 2023 Moreton Bay Business Excellence and Innovation Awards, which celebrate the achievements of businesses and individuals. Here’s how you can enter your business
Moreton Bay Region residents recognised in Australia Day Honours list
The foundation headmaster of Grace Lutheran College, a coast guard volunteer and a former pharmacist were among the seven Moreton Bay Region residents recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours List. Here's their stories...
Moreton Bay Region Australia Day awards honour selfless service
A man on a mission to abolish food insecurity, a woman bringing dignity to disadvantaged people and a champion of community spirit are among those honoured at this year’s Moreton Bay Region Australia Day awards. Here's their stories...
Tribe launches van fundraiser
Redcliffe social enterprise Tribe Social Belonging help peoples make social connections to boost their wellbeing and sense of self-worth. They've launched a fundraiser for a van to help more people connect. Here's how to help...
Police Round-up: car crash, robbery charges
Moreton Bay Region police were kept busy across the weekend, with 11 burglaries reported and six vehicles stolen across the district. Find out more...
Early bird entries closing for Jetty2Jetty
Early bird registrations close soon for Queensland’s longest running fun run – the Jetty2Jetty Fun Run. Here's how to enter...