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.
521 Articles
LIMITED CHOICE: Cars banked up along Wellington St near Redland Hospital.
CommunityFeatured News

Safety review under way amid staff hospital parking concerns

Redland Hospital staff parking on Cleveland streets prompts a council safety review…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
LEADING THE WAY: Cr Tracey Huges placing the correct recyclables into a yellow bin.
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Recycling initiatives drive city towards a sustainable future

Redlands Coast targets 8000 tonnes of bin mistakes with education, incentives, and…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
EXCITING VISION: Approval of the new Football Centre is a major win for Wynnum Wolves FC.
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New Wynnum Clare Polkinghorne Football Centre approved

Wynnum Wolves FC gets council approval to build the Clare Polkinghorne Football…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Jodie Bromiley, her husband Dennis, and their daughters Charli, Ava and Mila.
Community

Redlands Annual Charity Day to support mum’s cancer battle

The 2025 Redlands Charity Day will raise funds for Wellington Point’s Bromiley…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
An artist’s mock-up of a possible future mural.
CommunityFeatured News

‘Baby faces’ mural will vanish under plain paint job, says TMR

Capalaba’s iconic baby faces mural will be removed by late 2025, with…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
MAJOR WIN: Island residents will receive a 50 per cent subsidy on vehicle ferry fares.
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Island commuters set for big boost with new parking relief

Southern Moreton Bay Island residents to benefit from ferry subsidies, car share…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
HISTORIC RULING: In 2019, the Federal Court formally recognised the Quandamooka people as the traditional owners of Moreton Island.
CommunityFeatured News

Native title really no threat to homeowners, insists QYAC Chair

Cameron Costello urges Australians to embrace native title as a path to…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
TIMELESS CHARM: Three levels of thoughtful design.
Real Estate

Waterside luxury meets modern living in Redland Bay

Expansive six-bedroom home in Redland Bay with dual-living layout, water glimpses and…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear the Lions roar at Sheldon College.
Education

World-renowned British Lions Male Choir to perform at Sheldon

Don’t miss the British Lions Male Choir’s stirring free concert at Sheldon…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
COURT VICTORY: Cameron Costello with Aboriginal dancers outside the Federal Court in Brisbane after formal recognition of the Quandamooka people as the traditional owners of Moreton Island.
CommunityFeatured News

Redlanders have nothing to fear from Native Title claim

Native title doesn’t threaten homes or ownership in Redlands. It recognises Traditional…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson