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

Generosity shines through for flood victims
News / Local

Generosity shines through for flood victims

BallyCara Village residents joined forces to raise money for locals impacted by last month's floods. Read about their generosity...

Neighbourhood Plan on the way for Morayfield
News / Council

Neighbourhood Plan on the way for Morayfield

A Neighbourhood Plan in the pipeline for Morayfield will help shape the area's future development. Find out how you can get involved...

Special tour of police station
News / Local

Special tour of police station

North Lakes police made a dream come true for a group from Bay One Care Services with a behind-the-scenes tour. See the gallery...

Stay safe on roads over Easter

Stay safe on roads over Easter

Fourteen drivers were caught speeding at the weekend – one doing a whopping 167kmh in an 80kmh zone. Read the full story here…

Annual checks on regulated dogs to stay
News / Council

Annual checks on regulated dogs to stay

Owners of dangerous dogs have gotten better at following the rules since Council started annual checks two years ago. Find out more…

Boost for mobile blackspot
News / Council

Boost for mobile blackspot

Better mobile phone service could soon be on the way for Cedar Creek. Find out what's in store...

Federal election 2022: Economics a major factor

The cost of living and the characteristics we want in a Prime Minister will influence voters in the Federal Election. Here's what you need to know...

Jetty 2 Jetty fabulous fun for first-timers

Jetty 2 Jetty fabulous fun for first-timers

Jetty 2 Jetty is the perfect fit for a first-time fun run – and you could win prizes for signing on to the new First-Timers Club. Find out more…

Fitting roles for former students
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Fitting roles for former students

Two former St Paul's Lutheran Primary School students are inspiring the next generation. Find out how...

Tree-change for police officer
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Tree-change for police officer

A tiny town west of Caboolture is a long way from Fortitude Valley - and that's just the way Moore's new police officer likes it. Find out how he's settling in...