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.
807 Articles

Council seeks club to manage new pickleball courts at Wellington Point

REDLAND City Council is seeking expressions of interest from a club to…

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Redlands singers chase Idol dream as Top 21 revealed

TWO rising singers from the Redlands are continuing their run on Australian…

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Two men armed with knives shot dead in two states

Two men armed with knives have been shot dead by police in…

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Tree cut down at Point Lookout reserve sparks council investigation

Redland City Council is investigating the unauthorised removal of a six-metre tree…

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Healthy Harold leads push for digital safety in preschoolers

STUDENTS at Ormiston College’s Early Learning Centre were recently among the first…

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Salvation Army appoints new leaders to Bayside Corps

The Salvation Army has appointed Major Nathan and Captain Kylie Hodges as…

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Redlands Coast set for 10 days of adventure in May festival

Redlands Coast will transform into a city-wide playground of outdoor experiences, culture…

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Council accused recruiter of breaching contract during CEO search

Redland City Council accused the recruitment firm hired to find its next…

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Recruiter accused of bypassing council officers in CEO hiring process

Redland City Council’s search for a new chief executive officer was thrown…

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ALP claims Redland Hospital waitlists worsening under State Government

The Queensland ALP Opposition has claimed Redland Hospital is “on the sick…

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