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
Free disaster alert service keeps residents up to date
More than 21 million messages have been sent since the MoretonAlert disaster warning system launched in 2011. Here's how the free alerts can keep you safe...
Fond memories of iconic Ferny Hills tourism favourite
The Australian Woolshed brought joy to tens of thousands of visitors a year in its heyday. Founder Ken Mander-Jones still gets compliments about it...
Author shares journey of philosophy and travel
Join author Lyn Drummond on Bribie Island for a talk about her latest book, Painters, Philosophers and Poets Sustain a Seven-year Cycle, chronicling her fascinating travels...
Older Women's Network's October activities
The Mitchelton Branch of the Older Women's Network has a host of events planned for October. See what's in store...
Police round-up: Bribie Island car thefts
Two cars were stolen and six broken into on Bribie Island at the weekend. Find out what else is keeping police busy...
New single makes its mark
Josh Setterfield’s loving the opportunity to play new tunes to a crowd again. See the music video for his latest single, Blow Our Cover, here...
Drug operation ends, 23 people facing charges
Twenty-three people have been charged with more than 100 offences as a result of the six-month Operation Uniform Hedgehog targeting dangerous drugs across the Moreton Bay Police District. Find out more...
Danger for dugongs and turtles as La Nina destroys food supplies
Boaties are urged to take care on Moreton Bay, as La Nina wreaks havoc on turtles and dugongs, forcing them to migrate south in search of food. Find out more...
Suttons Beach Pavilion update: See the gallery
Consultants are halfway through investigations that will help determine the future of the pavilion. Here's what we know so far...**FREE TO READ**
Local artists make the cut in Brisbane Portrait Prize
Artists from Bribie Island, Deception Bay and Redcliffe are among the finalists for this year's prestigious Brisbane Portrait Prize. See their entries...
