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.
810 Articles

Metro expansion stalled as business case delayed until 2028, Labor claims

BRISBANE’S outer suburbs will not be connected to the Brisbane Metro network…

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Motorbikes vandalise Redlands BMX track again

REDLANDS BMX Club has been left frustrated after its Capalaba track was…

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Toondah Harbour project still alive as revised plan takes shape

THE long-debated Toondah Harbour redevelopment remains very much alive, with Walker Corporation…

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LOSING THE OLYMPIC FLAME: Mayor admits city is lagging as Olympic clock ticks down

MAYOR Jos Mitchell has conceded Redland City Council is “behind the ball”…

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Police refer antisemitic graffiti incident to council, item removed

POLICE say offensive graffiti discovered inside a contractor compound near the Point…

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Cr Golle hits back at Luke Street path claims

Division 3 Councillor Paul Golle has rejected claims that concerns about the…

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AKF warns Redlands koala population still at risk despite stabilisation signs

The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) has welcomed new independent research showing early…

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BMD founder Mick Power AM awarded honorary doctorate by QUT

BMD Founder and Chairman Mick Power AM has been awarded an Honorary…

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