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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February 17, 2026

Free Lisa Mitchell gig to celebrate Beav’s Bar win

GEELONG'S Beav's Bar has been named the national winner of the inaugural OneMusic live music competition, a nationwide initiative to champion live music venues...

February 14, 2026

Clubhouse leader

A carefully considered refresh has brought new life to a historic clubhouse in Barwon Heads. The project, worth more than $20 million, was about six...

February 14, 2026

Add joy and whimsy with summer styling

After a long gloomy winter, Australians are inviting warmth, lightness, and optimism back into their lives – starting at home. This summer, Dulux colour forecasters...

February 11, 2026

Leigh Sales to headline International Women’s Day event

NOTED journalist and author Leigh Sales will be the special guest at this year's International Women's Day Breakfast hosted by the Committee for Geelong. Sales...

February 11, 2026

Watch out for e-bikes, e-scooters with return to school

RACV has urged parents to check e-scooter and e-bike laws with the return of more than a million Victorian students to school last week. Although...

February 10, 2026

Paynter tunes up for Farnham role with Geelong gig

AUSTRALIAN singer Michael Paynter has officially been cast to play the legendary John Farnham in a new musical, and Geelong locals will have a...

February 9, 2026

Review of Geelong bus network coming soon

THE Victorian government has promised to consult widely with the community as part of a review of bus services in Geelong and surrounds. The Department...

February 9, 2026

Schools to share in bushfire wellness recovery funds

A TRIO of schools in the Surf Coast and Colac Otway shires are among those to share in $2 million of additional funding to...

February 7, 2026

Housing starts rise but still below target

LOWER interest rates have seen the volume of new homes commencing construction increase, but the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has noted they still remain...

February 6, 2026

Push for safe cycling route between Geelong and Torquay

THERE are few things more humbling in life than watching your 80-year-old father pull away from you on a bike ride, reminding you who...

February 5, 2026

Big paddle out protests gas exploration release

AN ESTIMATED 1,500 people gathered at Torquay Front Beach on Saturday to urge the reversal of a decision to open 2.5 million hectares of...

February 5, 2026

Charlemont school marks 100th new build

THE newest school in Charlemont had some special guests on its first day last week, with its opening also marking a milestone for the...

February 5, 2026

Wollaston goes back to back, Andresen wins at Cadel’s race

TOBIAS Lund Andresen confidently predicted he would win and rival Matthew Brennan's mistake made sure that prophecy came true. The difference in body language between...

February 5, 2026

Project to explore recycled option for bollard replacement

A CITY of Greater Geelong grant will explore recycling carpet manufacturing waste into a new product, including a possible replacement for the famous bollards...

February 4, 2026

Kumon opens new Charlemont home

AN AFTER-school learning centre in southern Geelong has relocated to a new venue. The Kumon Armstrong Creek Education Centre has opened the doors of its...

February 4, 2026

Data shows regional Victorians hardest hit by melanomas

PEOPLE living in regional Victoria are more likely to be diagnosed with and die from melanoma than people living in our state’s major cities,...

February 3, 2026

Inspectorate checking child employment in hospitality

WORKFORCE Inspectorate Victoria (WIV) is running inspections at hospitality venues- including restaurants, cafés and fast-food outlets - across the state during the summer school...

January 29, 2026

Riders gear up for Cadel’s race

YOU may have spotted some of the world's best cyclists on local roads this week as teams warm up for the major events in...

January 27, 2026

National solar panel recycling pilot welcomed

ENVIRONMENTAL advocates have welcomed the federal government's introduction of a national pilot to recycle solar panels. Australia leads the world in rooftop solar uptake, with...

January 27, 2026

Reset your stressed heart this REDFEB

WITH cost-of-living pressure rising in recent years, stress has become the silent epidemic of modern life - and it is quietly breaking our hearts. Health...

January 26, 2026

Major tennis facility slated for Geelong under state blueprint

A MAJOR tennis facility capable of supporting more than 30,000 players from across the southwest and hosting international events is slated to be built...

January 23, 2026

Local lifesavers jump in to provide flood support

LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) has acknowledged the local lifesaving clubs and personnel who have gone above and beyond to provide critical support to communities...

January 22, 2026

Community soccer fundraiser pulls in $10k

COERVER Coaching Geelong and Surf Coast FC rallied the community together in support of a famous soccer family, bringing in more than $10,000 in...

January 21, 2026

Bendigo Bank launches bushfire appeal

BENDIGO Bank has launched a public appeal in response to the several devastating fires affecting multiple communities in Victoria. The appeal, launched on Monday this...