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
Treat your tastebuds at Twilight Tapas evening
The owners of LuvaBerry will be opening their farm gate and welcoming foodies for a special Twilight Tapas event next month. Guests will be treated to a relaxed summer evening in the orchard where they can participate in a farm tour, observe a cooking demonstration, and taste native food and drinks.
Lyn bids farewell after 46 years of service
After dedicating 46 years of her life to the Salvation Army, Major Lyn Cook has decided now is the time to step down and enjoy retired life. Lyn, who has worked at the Pine Rivers Salvation Army Corps since 2016, preached her final sermon at Lawnton on January 8
Aussie country music stars to visit
Australian country music stars The Wolfe Brothers will be stopping by Moreton Bay this month as part of their upcoming tour. We chatted to Tom Wolfe ahead of their show to find out what fans can expect from the show
Where to celebrate Australia Day in Moreton Bay
From live music to prawn peeling competitions, fireworks and traditional barbecues, there is lots happening in and around Moreton Bay for Australia Day. Here is a list of events planned for January 26
Disney musical comes to Redcliffe stage
A cast of 50 budding young actors from Redcliffe Musical Theatre’s ROAR Academy will take to the stage for four big shows next month to present their own enchanting musical version of Disney’s Frozen Jr.
Dive in to help sick kids this February
Starlight Children’s Foundation is encouraging all Australians to dive in and swim for a good cause during its fourth annual Super Swim challenge. Held between February 1-28, the online swim challenge aims to raise $2 million to brighten the lives of more than 51,000 sick kids
Gallery: Best pics from 2022
As 2022 comes to a close, we asked our talented photographer Dominika Lis to take a little trip down memory lane to choose some of her favourite images from the year
Seven parks to explore this summer
If you’re looking for ways to get the kids off their devices these holidays, why not jump in the car and explore one of the many fantastic playgrounds in the Moreton Bay Region
Awards to recognise top drivers
Public transport users across the state can give an extraordinary driver an extraordinary thank you with nominations for the 2022 Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards now open
Plea for owners to microchip pets
Since the beginning of the year, a whopping 70 per cent of cats and dogs that have been to RSPCA Queensland have not had a microchip, making it harder for staff to reunite them with their families. The worrying statistic has prompted the RSPCA to issue a warning to pet owners ahead of the holiday season