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.
1371 Articles
FeaturedRedland City Council

New recycling plant targets 98 per cent recovery as Redlands enters regional waste venture

REDLANDS residents’ yellow-bin recycling is set to be processed through a new…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
FeaturedRedland City Council

Council consultation framework to stay unchanged after first-year review

REDLAND City Council will be asked to keep its community engagement framework…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
FeaturedRedland City Council

Whitewater approval reopened as federal appeal puts Birkdale project back under scrutiny

THE Federal Government has reopened its environmental decision on the controversial Birkdale…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
NO LAUGHING MATTER: Mayor Jos Mitchell with supporter Wendy Boglary in happier times.
Community

Mayor’s promise of transparency faces its biggest challenge to date

Mayor Jos Mitchell confirms major surgery and health issues behind her extended…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie, aspiring first home buyer Vedrana Grozdanic, Rebecca Young MP and Housing Minister Sam O’Conner.
Community

$544m plan released to unlock new homes

$544 million will fund key infrastructure to unlock thousands of new homes,…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Cr Rowanne McKenzie and representatives of SEE Civil launch the Kinross Rd upgrade project. PHOTO: Redland City Council
Community

Work finally starts on $35.5m Kinross Road transformation

$35.5 million Kinross Rd upgrade begins in Thornlands, delivering new roundabouts, four…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
AI FOCUS: Keynote speaker Steve Wiggers addressed the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in tourism.
Community

Visitor spending increases as the Redlands eyes big tourism boom

Redlands Coast tourism leaders eye Brisbane 2032 as visitor spending rises 8.2…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
PROTEST ACTION: The Wynnum Manly Community Group has called for construction to be halted amid concerns about noise, safety, consultation and the loss of a community hardstand.
Community

Lota pickleball backlash grows as $250,000 works still push ahead

Lota residents urge Brisbane City Council to pause a $250,000 Cox Park…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Sport

Wolves must focus on Magic after Easts stalemate

LAST night’s 0-0 draw away to Eastern Suburbs was disappointing because I…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
SMOKIN’ OUTFITS!: Cleveland clothing store Fashion Spree is under investigation after reports that it is allegedly selling illicit vapes.
Community

Cleveland fashion store facing allegation of selling illegal vapes

A new Cleveland fashion store has been accused of selling illegal vapes…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson