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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March 28, 2025

Labor rolls out cost-of-living Budget ahead of election

LABOR is talking up the cost of living measures in its 2025-26 Budget, handed down by Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Tuesday this week. Dr Chalmers...

March 28, 2025

Liberals pledge $5m to upgrade Devlins Road Recreation Reserve

THE first stage of the upgrade of Ocean Grove's Devlins Road Recreation Reserve upgrade would get $5 million if the Coalition wins the coming...

March 24, 2025

Barwon Heads IGA wins three awards

BARWON Heads' IGA supermarket has been recognised as among the best independent supermarkets in the state at this year's Victorian IGA Awards of Excellence. The...

March 22, 2025

Mozart opera to sing out in April

LYSTER Opera has been performing beloved classics and lesser-known gems across regional Victoria since 2016, and will present an opera by Mozart in Drysdale...

March 19, 2025

City reports lift in business spending

THE City of Greater Geelong is lauding its latest consumer spending data, with sales in central Geelong edging closer to the $1 billion mark...

March 18, 2025

EPA ranks Geelong beaches among the best

THREE beaches on the Bellarine were in the top five and another in Geelong was in the top 15 for water quality this summer,...

March 18, 2025

Partnership to improve women’s heart health

The Heart Foundation and Her Heart have announced their first partnership, uniting efforts to reduce the impact of cardiovascular disease in women and drive...

March 17, 2025

Study finds teens don’t fully understand risks of smoking

A new research paper from the Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer (CBRC) at Cancer Council Victoria has shown gaps in teenagers' understanding of...

March 16, 2025

Thousands of blood donors urgently needed

AUSTRALIAN Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs an additional 6,000 people to donate blood this week to replenish supplies depleted by ex-Cyclone Alfred. An unprecedented number...

March 16, 2025

Free wellbeing day to support women with cancer

Counterpart is partnering with Great Ocean Road Health and Barwon South Western Regional Integrated Cancer Service (BSWRICS) to hold a free Wellbeing Day next...

March 14, 2025

Police launch blitz on wanted persons

VICTORIA Police have begun a blitz on wanted persons believed to be in or around the Geelong area. The wanted persons are suspected of a...

March 12, 2025

Watch out for snakes, AV advises

AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) is urging the community to be safe throughout the rest of snake season after attending 129 suspected snakebites this summer. The count,...

March 12, 2025

Food & Wine Festival events to be held locally

PART of this year's Melbourne Food & Wine Festival (MFWF) is again coming down the highway, with the food and drink offerings of Geelong...

March 11, 2025

Celebrations start for Barwon Heads PS 150th

CELEBRATIONS have begun for the 150th anniversary of the Barwon Heads Primary School (BHPS), with a series of community events to be held throughout...

March 11, 2025

Services added to Warrnambool and Geelong Lines

EXTRA train services are coming to the Warrnambool Line, as well as more services being extended along the Geelong Line. From April 14, there will...

March 10, 2025

Water authorities sign new partnership

CORANGMITE Catchment Management Authority (CMA) and Barwon Water have signed a new four-year agreement. Building on a Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2022, the Partnership...

March 9, 2025

Learn the signs of childhood stroke

THIS week is Childhood Stroke Week, and the Stroke Foundation is urging Australian parents and families to familiarise themselves with the signs of stroke...

March 7, 2025

A brand built by mums for families

Fizz Apparel isn't just another children's clothing brand – it's a heartfelt creation built by two mums who know first-hand the challenges (and joys)...

March 7, 2025

Building brands that drive success

KATE Dewey is an award-winning strategic brand designer based in Geelong. More than 15 years ago, she founded D&Co Studio from her spare bedroom with...

March 7, 2025

Helping people make their dreams a reality

RUTH VAN EEKELEN feels incredibly blessed to have owned Aussie Bellarine for the past 10 years. "At Aussie Bellarine, our mission goes beyond business. We...

March 7, 2025

Working to expand reach and connection

CLOVERDALE Community Centre chief executive officer Liz Bonner has the privilege of leading an organisation that is deeply rooted in community development and social justice....

March 7, 2025

Saluting local wine

BOTTLES & Barrels has been a local gathering point in Geelong West for years. Initially a boutique bottle shop selling wine and craft beer, it...

March 7, 2025

A health club for every woman

SINCE purchasing Fernwood Waurn Ponds in 2019, club owners and sisters Dani and Brooke have made it their absolute mission to create a gym...

March 7, 2025

Delivering grants for maximum impact

MEET two of the inspiring women who make up and support the Geelong Community Foundation. Geelong Community Foundation board member Allana Goldsworthy is a barrister...