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 30, 2024

Building new worlds

Platform Arts brings to Geelong the works of 11 esteemed national and international contemporary artists in their coming exhibition Worlding. The visual arts show explores...

May 29, 2024

Club’s wellbeing committee spreads its wings

The Drysdale Hawks are spreading their wings beyond what happens during game time, launching a club and community wellbeing committee. The club says it recognises...

May 23, 2024

Come from Away is coming

CentreStage has secured the theatrical rights to acclaimed Broadway musical Come From Away and will present it in Geelong next year. The production company says...

May 22, 2024

Geelong clubs share in Change Our Game grants

SEVERAL sporting clubs in the Geelong area will receive grants as part of a Victorian government initiative to provide more and better opportunities for...

May 22, 2024

Geelong to induct three into Hall of Fame

THE Geelong Football Club will officially induct three new members into the club's Hall of Fame next month. Senior coach Chris Scott and former players...

May 21, 2024

Rural worker accommodation proposed for St Leonards

THE St Leonards Progress Association is querying an application to build accommodation for workers on a property in St Leonards, saying the development sits...

May 19, 2024

Paramedics setting the example for good heart health

Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are leading the way on good heart health, getting checks to mark Heart Week 2024. Heart disease is the leading cause...

May 19, 2024

Flying Brick to host Simon Toohey degustation

A SPECIAL vegetable-based degustation is landing at Flying Brick Cider House tomorrow (Saturday May 18). Simon Toohey, champion of sustainability, will present an exclusive five-course...

May 19, 2024

Nelson Property Transfer Services wins two awards

A CONVEYANCING firm from the Geelong area has been judged among the best of its peers in Victoria by the Australian Institute of Conveyancers...

May 18, 2024

Volunteer firefighter loves the variety

TORQUAY resident Michelle Abro is relishing her time as a volunteer firefighter, saying the ethos of preserving life and helping people was the same...

May 18, 2024

Laundry grows business with state grant

GEELONG & Surf Coast Laundry is looking ahead to bigger and better things after investing in new equipment through a state government grant. The Newtown...

May 18, 2024

Sustainable Geelong projects win awards

A PAIR of sustainability-focused projects from the City of Greater Geelong have been recognised in two separate awards. The sculptural Dell Eco Reef at Clifton...

May 14, 2024

It’s time to tax sugary drinks, Grattan Institute says

Australia should introduce a sugary drinks tax to reduce obesity and diabetes, according to a new Grattan Institute report. "Sickly sweet: It's time for a...

May 14, 2024

National tourism strategy to hold hearing in Geelong

TOURISM Greater Geelong and the Bellarine (TGGB) is encouraging local tourism operators to have their say as a group developing a national strategy for...

May 14, 2024

Bellarine Arts Trail calls for artists

BARWON Heads Community Bank has jumped on both this year's Bellarine Arts Trail, joining forces with the Barwon Heads Arts Council to deliver the...

May 13, 2024

to perform Mahler, Wagner

The Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO), Australia's most prestigious youth ensemble, is coming to Geelong for a powerful performance with Mood: Mahler and Wagner. Under the...

April 10, 2024

Share what matters most

To mark National AdvanCare Planning Week, Advance Care Planning Australia (ACPA) has urged everyone to share what matters most and communicate their preferences and...

April 10, 2024

New CEO appointed for Western Vic PHN

WESTERN Victoria Primary Health Network (WVPHN) has announced the appointment of Craig Wilding as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Rowena Clift, who is...

April 9, 2024

Don’t forget your mouthguard, athletes urged

Parents and local athletes are being advised to consider oral and general health safety as the 2024 rugby and football seasons begin. Data from the...

April 5, 2024

MBA urge action to lift apprenticeship numbers

The latest apprenticeship and trainee dataagain confirms building and construction industry concerns of a critical labour shortage in the middle of a housing crisis,...

April 5, 2024

Blue Gum’s visit to bring services to you

SERVICES Australia is bringing its Mobile Services Centre (MSC) "Blue Gum" to the Geelong region from Tuesday, April 9, offering locals easy access to...

April 4, 2024

Geelong business leaders welcome new city-G21 deal

GEELONG business leaders have welcomed the City of Greater Geelong's reversal of its decision to cut ties with G21 Geelong Region Alliance as well...

April 4, 2024

Portarlington development gets VCAT nod

A FIVE-storey development in Portarlington can go ahead after the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) agreed with the City of Greater Geelong's decision...

April 3, 2024

Survey finds Baby Boomers feel happier, healthier than Gen Zs

Baby Boomers consider themselves healthier than younger generations, with Gen Zs and Millennials saying mental health, financial stress and quality of life are affecting...