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
Men of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join the new Beachmere Man Walk, which has been designed to help strengthen communities, combat social isolation, and improve men's mental health. Find out more here **FREE TO READ**
Thousands of sick, injured and orphaned animals on Bribie Island have been given a second chance at life thanks to caring people like Reyna Watson and Colleen Ogilvie, who volunteer their time with Wildlife Rescue Queensland. Find out more about the organisation here **FREE TO READ**
Tahlia Mitchell from Bribie Island and Marie Shannon from the Sunshine Coast will showcase their collections at the Bribie Island Community Arts Centre after being selected as the artists of the month for March and April. Learn more about their unique pieces here. **FREE TO READ**
A remote village in Papua New Guinea has received a helping hand to build raised garden beds thanks to members from Soroptimist International Moreton North Inc (SIMNI). Find out more about the project here
Music lovers will have the chance to enjoy a night of traditional folk music and jazz when Brisbane singer/songwriter Sue Wighton performs at Bribie Island Community Arts Centre next month. Find out what's on her set list here **FREE TO READ**
High tea to celebrate city's incredible women
A number of amazing women who have “gone above and beyond” to raise awareness on a variety of local issues will be recognised for their efforts at the upcoming Be Inspired Forum and Awards hosted by Soroptimist International Moreton North Inc (SIMNI). Find out more about the event here
Community groups share in $1.2m worth of funding
The Rural Fire Brigade, Samford Area Men’s Shed and Guide Dogs Queensland are just a few of the many not-for-profit groups who have shared in more than $1.2 million reinvested into the region by Community Bank Samford. Find out how you too can apply for grants here **FREE TO READ**
Ladies from the Queensland Country Women’s Association (QCWA) Pine Rivers Branch have thrown their support behind the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) by donating $4000 to keep the iconic Australian health service in the sky **FREE TO READ**
Tuck into a chicken parma to help Aussie farmers
The annual Parma for a Farmer fundraiser is on once again, with pub goers being urged to sink their teeth into a delicious chicken parmigiana this month to help raise money for Aussie farmers doing it tough. Find out what pubs are taking part here
Developing tomorrow’s leaders today
A number of outstanding students who excel both in and out of the classroom have been selected as Bray Park State High School’s leaders for 2024. See the full list of leaders and find out what they hope to achieve this year
