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.
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Mirusia Louwerse will lead this year’s entertainment.
Events

Lighting of the tree to usher in festive season

Celebrate the festive season as Redlands Coast lights its Christmas tree at…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Senior site technician Des Broom operating a furnace used in the production of HPA at Lava Blue’s Alexandra Hills pilot plant.
CommunityFeatured News

Critical minerals deal a big win for Redlands hub

Redlands company Lava Blue drives Australia’s critical minerals future with world-class HPA…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
(Left) Koalas need a safe path through built-up areas. (Right) A map showing some of the wildlife corridors.
Community

Fear of more ‘green tape’ as wildlife corridors revisited

Redland City Council revisits plans for an Environmental Significance Overlay, sparking concern…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
CommunityFeatured News

Discover Russell Island through the artists’ eyes

RUSSELL Island is full of surprises and En Plein Air, the latest…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
TREADING CAREFULLY: Visitors to Minjerribah are being educated on maintaining the island’s unique appeal.
CommunityFeatured News

World Heritage Push for Straddie grows

Quandamooka leaders and partners unite on Minjerribah to progress World Heritage listing…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
GREAT OUTLOOK: “The bowls club with the best view in Queensland.”
Flavours of Redlands

A day-trip gem: Why Club Macleay remains a must-visit

Discover Club Macleay on Macleay Island, offering delicious meals, friendly service, and…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Quandamooka Elder Matt Burns will share the ancient stories and cultural wisdom of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) through its signature Indigenous experience, the Goompi Trail.
CommunityFeatured News

Elder shares ancient stories through respect

SeaLink partners with Elder Matt Burns to deliver authentic Goompi Trail experiences…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
CUTTING LOOSE: The Chop participants with Mater Private Hospital Redland Breast Care Nurse Janice Butler.
EducationFeatured News

Schoolgirls lose their locks to help fight against breast cancer

More than 60 Ormiston College students cut their hair in The Chop,…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
INSPIRATIONAL: Lisa Trendle with Sleeman Sports Complex lifeguard Mike.
CommunitySport

Lisa swims one million metres in MS mission

Manly West swimmer Lisa Trendle swam one million metres in a year,…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson
Amy Richards was among the 460 anglers who cast their lines across Queensland during the September school holidays for the SIPS 25 fishing competition.
Fishing

Young angler hooks top honours in SIPS 25

Over 460 anglers joined the SIPS 25 competition, catching 2100 fish across…

Andrew Jefferson
Andrew Jefferson