Ashleigh Howarth
Ashleigh Howarth is a passionate journalist who has been working in the media industry for more than 10 years.
She has been the editor of several community newspapers, as well as a senior reporter at a metropolitan daily newspaper, all based in southeast Queensland.
Her favourite stories to write are the ones that lead to positive changes in the community, as well as travel, lifestyle, food and entertainment.
Ashleigh received her Bachelor of Journalism from the Queensland University of Technology.
You can keep up-to-date with Ashleigh on Instagram by following @journo_ash_
The Latest from Ashleigh
Spreading the sun safety message
Staff from the Redcliffe Skin Cancer Centre hit the pavement recently to spread the message about the importance of being sun safe for Melanoma March by handing our free sunscreen and brochures on how to spot skin abnormalities
Put your best foot forward to help Wounded Heroes
Staff from Bribie Island Bowls Club are calling for volunteers to lace up their walking shoes and put their best foot forward to help support past and present Australian Defence Force personnel as part of their 2023 Kokoda Challenge Charity Walk
Captain Kerry’s whale of a time at sea
From the cockpit of her luxury catamaran, Captain Kerry Lopez from Brisbane Whale Watching has had a front row seat to witness some of the most amazing whale behaviour ever seen in the wild. Read more about her incredible job and when this year's whale watching season will begin here **FREE TO READ**
MGs to roar into Woody Point for special joyride
Car enthusiasts will be able to spot a number of classic vehicles cruising around the peninsula this Saturday when members of the MG Car Club of Queensland drive into town. Find out why they are visiting and where you can spot them here
Ozcare residents lose their locks for a good cause
A total of 24 aged care residents and staff took part in the event on March 16, raising more than $3000 for the Leukemia Foundation
Cafe to open at popular family farm
A new café is set to open at a popular Moreton Bay farm over the coming weeks which will allow visitors to enjoy a cup of coffee or a bite to eat after meeting all of the adorable animals
Listen to some jazz while relaxing with a glass of shiraz
The sounds of some cool jazz musicians will ring out over the park this weekend for the inaugural Moreton Bay Jazz and Shiraz event. The first of three events kicks off this Sunday at Bribie Island, followed by events at Ferny Hills in May and Newport in June. See who is performing here
Cash boost for cancer research
Members from the Moreton Bay Regional Prostate Cancer Support Group are on a mission to help save more blokes from being diagnosed by making a sizeable donation to help fund vital research and treatments
Top honours for Moreton Bay clubs at state excellence awards
Four Moreton Bay community clubs have taken home honours at the annual Keno and Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence awards night. See the list of winners here
Virtual reality arena to transport players to alternate worlds
A new virtual reality attraction is set to open in Moreton Bay this week, which will transport people of all ages into alternate worlds filled with creatures like aliens and zombies
