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
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...
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...
MP blasts Manly jersey debacle
Longman MP Terry Young has thrown his support behind Manly Sea Eagles players who refused to wear a rainbow-trimmed jersey supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. Watch his speech...
Shopping centres sign up to end period poverty
One in five Australian women struggle to afford period products and a new campaign is seeking your help. Find out how to get involved...
First look at plans for Caboolture West
Possible locations for neighbourhoods, parks, transport and priority infrastructure for Caboolture West have been revealed. Take a look...
Paw-some fundraiser for Guide Dogs
Krista Webb will be pounding the pavement with Border Collie Sundae in August to raise money for a paw-some cause. Find out more...
Strong growth for Moreton Bay property market
The Moreton Bay Region was one of Greater Brisbane’s most outstanding property markets in the past 12 months, a new report shows. Find out more...
Plea to quash Dayboro church plan
A new church planned for the outskirts of Dayboro will increase noise and traffic and worsen local flooding, a group opposing the development says. Find out how...
Little League baseballers pitching for world title
Training is in full swing for a team of Moreton Bay baseball players hitting it out against best from around the world in America next month. Meet the team...
Retirement after almost 30 years bringing Joy to others
Redcliffe Meals on Wheels manager Joy Dawes has retired after almost 28 years with the service – but she’ll still be a familiar face around the Gomersall St headquarters. Find out why...
