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.
1087 Articles

Mayor cleared but warned future complaints could carry consequences

The Office of the Independent Assessor has decided not to take further…

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Catchment group says Luke Street path has put mature trees and koala habitat at risk

A local catchment group has accused Redland City Council of ignoring years…

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SeaLink opens 2026 Community Waves sponsorship applications for island groups

SEALINK South East Queensland has opened applications for its 2026 Community Waves…

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Resident slams ‘appalling’ presentation of Redlands tourism office

A CLEVELAND resident has condemned the presentation of the Redlands tourism office, describing…

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Teens charged with 19 property crime offences, Cannon Hill

Dutton Park and Upper Mount Gravatt detectives have charged two teens following…

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Forgotten 1957 tourism plan revives cableway and underwater walkway ideas for Straddie

A long-forgotten 1950s tourism proposal has resurfaced amid renewed debate about transport…

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Inside the forgotten push to link Stradbroke Island to the mainland

A DETAILED research note drawing on contemporaneous Cabinet papers, parliamentary debates and…

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Metro expansion stalled as business case delayed until 2028, Labor claims

BRISBANE’S outer suburbs will not be connected to the Brisbane Metro network…

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