Ashleigh Howarth

Ashleigh Howarth is a passionate journalist who has been working in the media industry for more than 10 years.

She has been the editor of several community newspapers, as well as a senior reporter at a metropolitan daily newspaper, all based in southeast Queensland.

Her favourite stories to write are the ones that lead to positive changes in the community, as well as travel, lifestyle, food and entertainment.

Ashleigh received her Bachelor of Journalism from the Queensland University of Technology.

You can keep up-to-date with Ashleigh on Instagram by following @journo_ash_

The Latest from Ashleigh

Gallery: Best pics from 2023
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Gallery: Best pics from 2023

As 2023 comes to a close, we asked Moreton Daily photographer Dominika Lis to choose some of her favourite images from the year. See them here

20 ways to indulge your creative side this summer

20 ways to indulge your creative side this summer

If you're looking for ways to be creative this summer, there are plenty of fun and interactive exhibitions and activities at your nearest gallery and museum. See the full list here

Best playgrounds for summer fun in Moreton Bay

If you’re looking for fun and affordable ways to entertain the kids this summer, why not jump in the car and explore one of these great playgrounds. See the full list here

Residents dig deep for families in need

More than 400 food hampers have been distributed to vulnerable families and individuals across the Redcliffe Peninsula and Rothwell this week following an overwhelming response to this year’s Community Christmas Appeal

School’s incredible effort to help feed the needy

School’s incredible effort to help feed the needy

Students from Clontarf Beach State School have generously donated more than 1000 food items to the Redcliffe Community Care Network to help feed the needy this Christmas. All the donations will be put into hampers and distributed to people who are homeless, in crisis, or struggling to make ends meet

Ray White chips in for Christmas appeal

Staff from Ray White Woody Point have embraced the Christmas spirit early, buying food and toys that will go to people in need this Christmas. The donations will be given to Redcliffe Community Care Network for hampers to ensure everyone has a merry Christmas. Find out more here

Head to Morgans Seafood for the best catch this summer
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Head to Morgans Seafood for the best catch this summer

With more than 180 fresh seafood products on display each day direct from the trawlers and local fishermen, owner Roan Van Graan says summer is the best time of the year to indulge in the bay’s bountiful offerings. Find out what tasty products are in season here

MBRIT to help vulnerable families this Christmas
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MBRIT to help vulnerable families this Christmas

Staff from Moreton Bay Region Industry and Tourism (MBRIT) are spreading Christmas cheer, collecting donations for the Redcliffe Community Care’s annual Community Christmas Appeal. The items will be distributed to vulnerable families and individuals. Here's how you can help

Full list: Where to turn to for help this Christmas
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Full list: Where to turn to for help this Christmas

If you or someone you know is worried about spending Christmas alone, not having anything to eat, or no presents to open, please know that help is available. A number of community groups, neighbourhood centres, churches will be providing food hampers, meals, gifts and more during the holidays. Find out more here

Appeal to bring joy to vulnerable families

Moreton Bay locals can help brighten a needy family’s Christmas this year by donating to the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal, which runs from now until Christmas Eve. All gifts donated through the appeal will be distributed to families who might be struggling with homelessness, illness or even family crisis