About: jamestaylor

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James’ first job in journalism was at the Bendigo Advertiser, where he held a number of roles, including reporter, sub-editor and arts and features writer. He has also worked for several publications at Fairfax, including the Knox Weekly, Casey Weekly and Pakenham Weekly, and in the UK with the Berkshire Media Group. Raised in Geelong, James has been back in his hometown since 2011 and now lives in Waurn Ponds. Outside of journalism, James divides his time between barracking for the Cats, chasing his two-year-old daughter around, and posting on Twitter (@notthatjt).

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May 4, 2026

Sharing lessons from overseas aid

The Red Cross Point Lonsdale Queenscliff Branch will welcome a highly credentialled guest speaker at its next event. Red Cross Victoria Divisional Council chair, Dr...

May 3, 2026

Action group backs loneliness response

THE members of Geelong's Social Inclusion Action Group (SIAG) are confident their first report will lead to real action towards improving inclusivity and decreasing...

May 3, 2026

Bartlett looks back with new book

JOHN Bartlett had written 12 books spanning fiction, non-fiction and poetry but never considered examining his own story until now. The Bellbrae resident and author...

May 2, 2026

Future unclear for promised Torquay hospital

THE Torquay Community Hospital is two years overdue but appears to have no chance of being delivered in next week's Victorian budget, with the...

May 2, 2026

McCartney rides steady market to early sales milestone

MCCARTNEY Real Estate is celebrating a strong year in the local property market, with its 2025–26 sales already surpassing last year's total ahead of...

April 30, 2026

Max rate rise included in draft shire budget

THE Surf Coast Shire is defending raising rates by the maximum amount possible in its draft 2026-27 budget, with one councillor saying the shire...

April 14, 2026

Upgrades on coastal trail section begin

A TRACK that will one day be part of the proposed Great Ocean Road Coastal Trail is receiving upgrades. The 4.7km section between Wye River...

April 14, 2026

Otways farm to host regenerative festival

A regenerative farming event with an international lineup of speakers will be setting up in the eastern Otways later this month. The Stewart family's Yan...

April 13, 2026

New push to guide young people through growing pressures

DIIGG Wellbeing is launching a new series of events to help young people connect to themselves, their families, mentors, nature and the community. The Surf...

April 13, 2026

Trial to reduce preschool wheezing episodes

A MAJOR clinical trial aiming to reduce hospital admissions for wheezing preschoolers has reached a significant milestone. The ARROW (Assessing the Reduction of Recurrent admissions...

April 12, 2026

Camp Road cycling/walk path

THE Surf Coast Shire is considering a cycling-friendly upgrade of a major road in Anglesea, and locals have been asked to share their views. Camp...

April 11, 2026

VRFish set state election priorities

VRFISH is the peak body representing the voice of recreational fishing in Victoria. advocate for recreational fishing interests. Whether it’s fish habitat, water security and...

April 10, 2026

Around the greens

CONGRATULATIONS to Curlewis brother and sister duo Frankie and Sienna Dimasi, who prior to Easter school holidays took out the second annual Curlewis Junior...

April 10, 2026

The Gordon lauded for garden talent

STUDENTS and staff at The Gordon have secured gold, silver and excellence awards at this year's Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, the Southern...

April 9, 2026

Rip Curl owners knock back offer from surf rival

THE owners of Rip Curl have knocked back an offer to split off the Torquay-headquartered brand and merge it with a rival surf business. The...

April 8, 2026

Local tech business expands while continuing long-term Cats partnership

GEELONG-BASED business SC Technology Group has extended its long-running partnership with the Geelong Cats, with the new agreement taking the relationship through to 2032. The...

April 8, 2026

Bellarine schools in Rotary’s Buddy Seat project

ROTARY has helped six Bellarine primary schools foster kindness and inclusiveness with a new initiative. A member of the Bellarine North Rotary Club came across...

April 8, 2026

Birregurra readers check out new library kiosk

A NEW  automated library kiosk is giving Birregurra locals easy access to borrowing and reservation. The facility at the Birregurra Community Health Centre in Strachan...

April 8, 2026

Torquay at centre of multimillion-dollar funding push

A regional lobby group is pushing for tens of millions in state funding to revitalise key town centres across the region, with a strong...

April 7, 2026

VEC pushes for more accessible voting at elections

THE Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has proposed a range of reforms aimed at making voting more accessible. The submission to parliament's Electoral Matters Committee inquiry...

April 6, 2026

Forum discusses new approach to reduce violent youth crime

THE state government is targeting violent youth crime through early intervention, with a specialised unit at the centre of its approach, and has introduced...

April 6, 2026

Swim lesson decline sparks safety concern

LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging parents and carers to continue their children's swimming lessons, with a decline in water safety skills creating major...

April 6, 2026

Seymour reappointed as shire CEO

ROBYN Seymour has remained in the top job at the Surf Coast Shire, with the council reappointing her last week for a further five...

April 5, 2026

Health reform helps cure 100,000 Australians

Almost 100,000 Australians have been cured of hepatitis C since the treatment went onto the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme almost exactly 10 years ago. More than...