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.
1371 Articles

Editorial: The time has come to get on with Birkdale

TODAY'S latest Federal environmental decision should draw a line under one of…

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Federal decision clears path for Birkdale Whitewater Centre

A Federal environmental decision has again cleared the way for Redland City…

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Funding boost to aid frontline support

The Federal Government has committed $67.2 million over four years to continue…

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Support for housing in Wynnum but not ‘as drafted’, survey says

A survey of 379 Wynnum, Manly and Lota residents found support for…

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Redlands schools shine at national sport aerobics championships

Redlands students claimed national titles and podium finishes across primary and secondary…

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Man charged over alleged business break-ins to technology stores, including at Victoria Point

A 33-year-old man faces 15 charges after alleged break-ins at technology stores…

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Editorial: Secret sale in Wellington Point deserves full explanation

Redland City Councillors this morning agreed to sell a prime piece of…

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Council sells prime Wellington Point land in closed-session vote

Redland City Council has voted to sell an unidentified prime parcel of…

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Gollé declares ‘ship is turning’ as he blasts State over Southern Thornlands

Redland City Councillor Paul Gollé has declared the “bad old days” of…

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Council raises Southern Thornlands concerns as State deadline looms

Redland City Council has unanimously backed a detailed submission raising major concerns…

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