About: James Taylor

Hearing on NDIS visits Geelong

A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) visited Geelong this week, and a group of local participants have called for an...

Geelong organisation joins virtual crowdfunding pitch

GEELONG’S The Power in You Project (PIYP) was one of three organisations picked to virtually pitch for an estimated $60,000 in funding and in-kind...

Costelloe calls for statue of Frank Costa

VILLAWOOD Properties executive director Rory Costelloe has renewed his call for a statue to be built in honour of Geelong businessman, former Cats president...

Victorian Longboard Titles begin

ROUND 1 of this year’s Victorian Longboard Titles began in good conditions over the weekend at 13th Beach. Waves were in the 2-3 foot range,...

COVID vaccinations open up to over 50s

THE coronavirus vaccination program is now open for everyone over the age of 50, and Barwon Health has released a “mythbusters” video to encourage...

Borough’s council meetings are back

THE doors of council meetings in the Borough of Queenscliffe are open to the public again, with the council returning to in-person meetings last...

VCAT upholds city’s approval of IGA development

THE Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) has approved the modified $10 million plans to build apartments above the IGA supermarket in Barwon Heads. The...

Indented Head brothers sail to success

A PAIR of brothers from the Indented Head Yacht Club have had the wind at their backs this season. After winning three state championships between...

Grants to help clubs get the good gear

SEVERAL clubs and organisations across the Geelong region are gearing up in the latest tranche of funding from the state government’s Sporting Club Grants. The...

Building better mental health in the construction industry

A program touring the state to improve mental health in the construction agency will visit Geelong on May 20.

Coalition touts $1.7 billion childcare plan in coming Budget

THE federal Budget for the coming financial year will be handed down on Tuesday next week, and the federal Coalition is talking up a...

Psychological thriller gives audience the choice

What would you do when faced with the ultimate question – would you let your mother go?

Borough’s budget focuses on environment and facilities

THE Borough of Queenscliffe has earmarked substantial investment in public facilities and protecting the environment in its budget for the coming financial year. The council’s...

New weir keeps the fish moving

THE completion of a new tidal barrage weir and fishways on the Lower Barwon Wetlands will improve water management for the Geelong region and...

Revised rules for riverside camping must be enforced

FRIENDS of the Barwon have given qualified support to allowing camping on Crown land next to rivers but say measures must be in place...

Reprint of popular coastal flora booklets released

NEW editions of two popular flora booklets produced by the Bellarine Catchment Network (BCN) have just come off the presses. The two booklets, Coastal Plants...

Avalon Airport not chosen for quarantine hub

AVALON Airport has been overlooked as the location for Victoria's new dedicated quarantine hub, with the state government this morning announcing its preference for...

Queenscliffe museum stays active during Hub construction

THE Queenscliffe Historical Museum is still in operation despite its new home now being built, offering some services and announcing the impending return of...

Shortlist announced for Geelong contemporary art prize

GEELONG Gallery has announced 28 works by leading and emerging Australian artists have been shortlisted for the 2021 Geelong contemporary art prize. The $30,000 acquisitive...

Local athletes win medals at The Aussies

LIFE SAVING athletes from the Geelong region were among the best of the best at The Aussies this year. Formally known as the Australian Surf...

QMF organisers still committed to November event

ORGANISERS of the Queenscliff Music Festival (QMF) say the planned return of the annual event later this year is “certainly achievable” but it will...

Great day for a classic ride

THE Great Ocean and Otway Classic Ride returned in strong numbers on Saturday. About 3,500 registered participants started and finished in Torquay, cycling along one...

Partnership to keep supporting borough’s businesses

TRADERS in the Borough of Queenscliffe will be given more support to do business through a council partnership with the Victorian Small Business Commission...

Bellarine marks ANZAC Day

ANZAC Day on the Bellarine was a muted occasion this year, with much smaller services than usual. Commemorations in Barwon Heads were cancelled entirely, and...