Andrew Jefferson

Andrew Jefferson is an experienced journalist and communications specialist with more than 25 years in the media industry. Starting his career in newspaper journalism in the UK, Andrew went on to work at the Goulburn Post (NSW), Southern Highland News (NSW), Ballarat Courier (VIC), Leader Community Newspapers (VIC), Herald Sun (VIC), The Rockhampton Bulletin (QLD) and the Geelong Advertiser (VIC) in senior roles. He is currently Group Editor at The Local Group in SEQ, where he combines his passion for local news with strong editorial leadership.
635 Articles

Traffic crash appeal, Cleveland

Police are appealing for witnesses, dashcam or CCTV vision to assist investigations…

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Island grocery shock sparks backlash as MP takes fight to Woolworths

SOUTHERN Moreton Bay Islands residents have voiced anger and frustration after Woolworths…

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$5,500 jetty barriers spark fresh debate on Coochiemudlo

THE installation of steel barriers at the Coochiemudlo Island ferry terminal has…

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KOALA COUNT STOPS FALLING IN REDLANDS

AFTER years of grim headlines for one of Australia’s most loved icons,…

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Kappa Pro Series kicks off with triple local challenge

THE Kappa Pro Series kicks off this Friday night, providing an early-season…

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Councils eye $35m funding to stop litter flowing into the bay

Redland and Brisbane councils can apply for a new $35m State Government…

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Victoria Point Sharks to walk 72 hours straight to raise $100,000

Victoria Point Sharks staff will tackle a 72-hour endurance walk to raise…

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Russell Island residents face ‘double charge’

A Redland City councillor claims residents on Russell Island are being unfairly…

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South Brisbane sees thousands wanded as Jack’s Law marks six months

SOUTH Brisbane - which includes Redlands and Bayside - has emerged as…

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Community groups invited to apply for 2026 sponsorship support

COMMUNITY organisations and sporting clubs across the Redlands are being encouraged to…

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