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

Student wins calendar competition
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Student wins calendar competition

A Year 3 student at Minimbah State School in Morayfield is among 12 Queensland children whose art was chosen for the 2023 Farm Safety calendar. Find out more...

Police round-up: boat crash, drink driving charges
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Police round-up: boat crash, drink driving charges

Nine people were charged with disqualified driving across the Moreton District at the weekend. Find out more...

Little shark's adventures sure to delight
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Little shark's adventures sure to delight

Ferny Hills author Josie Montano has launched a delightful children’s book about Little Shark Lulu's evening adventures in the deep blue sea. Find out more...

Valuable volunteers honoured with state award
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Valuable volunteers honoured with state award

An amazing army of volunteers that helps bring tourism and events to life across the Moreton Bay Region has won a silver award at the 2022 Queensland Tourism Awards. Find out more...

New kid on the block takes top tourism gong

New kid on the block takes top tourism gong

Maiala Park Lodge and Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism both brought home awards from the Queensland Tourism Awards. Find out what they did...

Have your say on new laws
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Have your say on new laws

New local laws for patrolled beaches, cemeteries and works in waterway areas are in the pipeline. Here's how to tell Moreton Bay Regional Council what you think of them...

A year of firsts for 15 Artists exhibition
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A year of firsts for 15 Artists exhibition

A virtual reality piece has been included in the annual 15 Artists exhibition for the first time. Here's a taste of what's on show...

Dog owners headed to court
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Dog owners headed to court

Nine dog owners in the Moreton Bay Region will face court, with their pets accused of injuring other animals so badly they had to be euthanised. Find out more...

Police round-up: Cars, number plates stolen
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Police round-up: Cars, number plates stolen

Opportunistic thieves are taking advantage of people not locking their cars. Here's what's been keeping police busy...

Mozzie season ramping up
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Mozzie season ramping up

Mosquito breeding season in the Moreton Bay Region has been off to a slow start, despite higher than average rainfall in recent months. But numbers are increasing. Here's what to do...