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
Gallery opening delayed
Ongoing wet weather has put a dampener on plans to open a new Mathematics Gallery in Ocean View by the end of the year, with the owners having to push back their official opening date
Christmas meals for the needy
Families and individuals who find themselves alone, in crisis, or unable to prepare their own Christmas meal are invited to attend a number of free community get-togethers over the holidays. Here is a list of where you can go for a tasty meal, friendly conversation and a listening ear
Sneak peek: Popular tavern reopens
The doors to the North Lakes Tavern will reopen tonight following four weeks of renovations. See the gallery here
Call for help as pantry runs bare
A Clontarf church is asking for the community’s help to restock their food pantry following a sharp rise in the number of people seeking help. All donations are used to make up food hampers, feed hungry school children, and prepare meals through the church's Tuckshop Ministry
Students really dig the Garden Club
Instead of playing games during their lunch break, a group of primary school students from Australian Christian College (ACC) Moreton are learning the fundamental skills of gardening
Cheers to a new era in dining
A new seaside bar serving up craft beer, wine, spirits and other signature food and drink from across the region is set to open on the peninsula in the coming days. Find out where here
Protect your pets from the heat
With the weather starting to heat up, RSPCA Queensland is reminding pet owners to never leave their animals in parked cars and ensure they have access to ample shade and water at home
Film comp to shine a light on disability
An award-winning filmmaker from Beachmere has launched his own film competition and is urging people in the community to submit their best clips that highlight people with disabilities. Find out more about the competition here
Redcliffe Care Network asks residents to dig deep for Christmas appeal
With Christmas just around the corner, representatives from the Redcliffe Care Network are asking residents to dig deep to help provide food and gifts for people in need. Click here to read what donations they need to help the less fortunate have a Merry Christmas
Experience the joy of Tawny Trails
Local artisans from the Moreton Bay Hinterland will be opening their doors and selling a wide range of arts and crafts at a special Christmas-themed Tawny Trails event on Sunday, November 27. This will be your last opportunity to experience the trail for the year, before it resumes in January 2023.
