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

Redcliffe Surf Life Saving Club riding a wave of success
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Redcliffe Surf Life Saving Club riding a wave of success

Redcliffe Peninsula Surf Life Saving Club’s youth programs are proving to be a force to be reckoned with. Find out about their latest award...

Police round-up: charity tins, tools stolen
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Police round-up: charity tins, tools stolen

An e-scooter, a lawnmower and a car were among the property taken by thieves in across the region in the past few weeks. Find out what else was taken...

North Lakes Library wins state-wide STEM title
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North Lakes Library wins state-wide STEM title

A team of creative students from the North Lakes Library has won the inaugural STEM Punks Innovation Sports Tournament. Find out what it's all about...

Grants help businesses get back to basics

Grants help businesses get back to basics

More than 50 Moreton Bay small businesses will receive grants of $5000. Find out where the money's from and how to apply...

Thanking our rural firies
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Thanking our rural firies

More than 28,000 volunteers across Queensland keep us safe during floods and fires. Now it's their time to shine as part of Rural Fire Service Week...

Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce marks major milestone
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Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce marks major milestone

The Greater Caboolture Chamber of Commerce marks its first six months of serving the community on Thursday. Find out what's happening...

Auslan guru signs up for storytime
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Auslan guru signs up for storytime

Celebrity Auslan interpreter Mikey Webb has joined forces with Moreton Bay Regional Council to present a series of Signed Storytime sessions. See the video...

Food and drinks returning to Suttons Beach
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Food and drinks returning to Suttons Beach

Food trucks will grace the shores of Suttons Beach while invasive testing into structural issues continues at the Pavilions. Find out how to apply...

Celebrating 30 years of community connection
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Celebrating 30 years of community connection

The Hills and Districts Chamber of Commerce has donated almost $90,000 to the community in the past seven years alone. See the gallery of its 30th birthday celebrations...

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Head to the hills for Spring Harvest

A sumptuous celebration of food and produce from the Moreton Bay Region is headed to Arana Hills. Find out what's happening...