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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August 5, 2025

New hub supports women with cancer

Connecting with others who understand your experience can be life-changing for people living with cancer, and a new support service opening in Geelong will...

August 4, 2025

City releases draft road management plan

THE City of Greater Geelong is calling for submissions about its plan to maintain and repair the more than 2,000km of roads, more than...

July 30, 2025

Save paramedics for emergencies, Ambulance Victoria pleads

An extra 100 Code 1 cases each day since April has prompted Ambulance Victoria (AV) to plead for help to save paramedics and ambulances...

July 30, 2025

Household plugging in to Electric Homes advice

THE award-winning Electric Homes Program is already making a big impact across the Geelong region in in its first month, with more than 200...

July 29, 2025

IGA Barwon Heads owner enters chain’s hall of fame

THE owner of IGA Barwon Heads has been inducted into the supermarket chain's hall of fame. Jean Cowley was surprised with the award at this...

July 28, 2025

Nature Stewards to return in spring

THE popular Nature Stewards program will return this spring, and will feature a special focus on marine and coastal ecosystems for the first time. Running...

July 27, 2025

Costelloe doubles up in Dry July

GEELONG business leader Rory Costelloe is doubling donations to his Dry July campaign, as part of Billy Brownless Team Love raising funds for Barwon...

July 27, 2025

Nominations close soon for Australian of the Year

NOMINATIONS close soon to recognise unsung community heroes, inspiring achievers, and life-changing mentors for their contributions this year. Time is running out to give recognition by...

July 25, 2025

South Barwon, Bell Park to fight for fifth

SOUTH Barwon and Bell Park are set to face off in a finals-defining clash tomorrow (Saturday, July 26) in the GFL seniors, with the...

July 25, 2025

Hawks try to keep finals hopes alive

INVERLEIGH will look to keep its GDFL finals hopes alive as it takes on an in-form North Geelong at Osborne Park tomorrow (Saturday, July...

July 25, 2025

Mini-final looms for Roos, Seagulls

ANGLESEA will host Barwon Heads in a crucial Round 15 clash tomorrow (Saturday, July 26), with the winner to take fifth spot on the...

July 23, 2025

Deakin offers new scholarship

A NEW scholarship from the Dawn Wade Foundation offered through Deakin University aims to open the world of tertiary education to Geelong and regional...

July 23, 2025

Birth trauma support program to be piloted

WOMEN'S Health & Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW), local practitioners and Birth Trauma Australia (BTA) will launch Victoria's first dedicated peer-to-peer birth trauma support...

July 23, 2025

Ambulance Victoria helps kids save lives

AMBULANCE Victoria's Kids Save Lives program has been expanded, offering life-saving CPR skills to even more Victorian students. All schools are being encouraged to sign...

July 22, 2025

TAC campaign highlights impact of road trauma

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has launched a powerful new initiative highlighting the profound and lasting impact of road trauma. The Hardest Share calls on...

July 22, 2025

Preliminary results of Geelong Youth Survey released

THE preliminary results of this year's Geelong Youth Survey are in, with school and study pressures, mental health and wellbeing, and cost of living...

July 21, 2025

Barwon Coast takes on management of reserve

BARWON Coast has formally taken on management of the Black Rock foreshore Crown land reserve, following approval from the Victorian Minister for Environment. This land...

July 20, 2025

Free films to be screened in Drysdale

THE North Bellarine Film Festival (NBFF) and the Geelong Regional Libraries will jointly present a free program of short films selected from previous finalists...

July 18, 2025

Special charge scheme declared for Drysdale street

THE City of Greater Geelong has declared a Special Charge Scheme to support the sealing of a 105m section of Drysdale's Newcombe Street, between Princess...

July 16, 2025

EPA offers hot tips for the best woodfires this winter

VICTORIA'S environmental watchdog has some handy tips for everyone who has a wood burning heater keeping their toes warm this winter. EPA Victoria says the...

July 16, 2025

Oyster trial begins at Dell Eco Reef

THE Dell Eco Reef in Clifton Springs is entering a new phase, with a trial at the site hoping to bring native oysters back...

July 16, 2025

More MLAK use urged

More than two million Australians with mobility-related disabilities are being urged to pick up a special key that can give them access to more...

July 15, 2025

Local chardonnay a finalist at Victorian Wine Show

A WHITE wine from a Bellarine vineyard has been listed among the very best at this year's Victorian Wine Awards. The 2023 Oakdene Liz's Chardonnay...

July 14, 2025

Birdwatching by bike

FAMILIES are invited to jump on their bike for a fun educational outdoor adventure along the Bellarine Coastal Trail this school holidays. The event combines...