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.
811 Articles

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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Koala habitat under threat as 128-lot Kinross Road subdivision goes to public consultation

A controversial 128-block housing subdivision in Thornlands has been thrown open to…

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Petition calls for free mainland water play park

A community petition calling for a free public water play park on…

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Kara Cook hails early impact of social media age ban as 4.7m under-16 accounts removed

Local MP Kara Cook has welcomed early signs that Australia’s world-leading social…

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Redland City Council posts $3.5m surplus as storm clean-up costs bite

Redland City Council has delivered a $3.54 million operating surplus for the…

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