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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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July 25, 2018

Geelong Racing Club gets funding and award nominations

THE Geelong Racing Club (GRC) is in the box seat for a big year, receiving a tranche of state government funding as well as...

July 25, 2018

Players’ Garden opens at GMHBA Stadium

THE Geelong Cats have a new place to relax at home, with the Players’ Garden officially opening at GMHBA Stadium last week. The garden at...

July 25, 2018

“Dud” short film may become a TV series

PEOPLE with disability will be given a new platform to share a message of inclusion after award winning British comedy television company Baby Cow...

July 25, 2018

Play takes audiences on emotional roller-coaster ride

Think of me on Thursdays is an Australian contemporary play written over a four-week period during an intense and unrelenting time of grief. Playwright...

July 25, 2018

Benetas takes over veterans’ community nursing

VICTORIAN aged care provider Benetas has expanded its services into Geelong, taking on the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) community nursing services previously provided...

July 25, 2018

Volunteers needed for Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House Project

THE Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House is undertaking a project to assess the interests and needs of the local community and is on the lookout for...

July 25, 2018

Geelong community solar powers up

RESIDENTS living in Geelong’s Multicultural Aged Care Centre Services (MACS) will soon have access to cheaper energy, thanks to a 520-panel solar project funded...

July 25, 2018

Villawood furnishes the Encompass winter appeal

GEELONG not-for-profit organisation Encompass says items donated by Villawood Properties have been taken up immediately by Geelong’s needy. The collection from several of the developer’s...

July 25, 2018

Young leader sought to represent the region

YOUNG leaders from across the state's south-west have been invited to apply to be a delegate at a major regional conference to be held...

July 25, 2018

Partnership bridges the gap with sustainable solution

A HIGHLY sustainable bridge reinforced with carbon fibre made in Geelong could one day become commonplace across Australia. To encourage sustainable innovation, the City of...

July 25, 2018

EPA busts Moolap business over recyclables fire

BURNING industrial waste blamed on a discarded cigarette has cost a Moolap company nearly $8,000 in fines. Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) fined VTA Pty...

July 25, 2018

Colac Otway seeks input on Australia Day event

THE Colac Otway Shire is reaching out to the community to help shape Australia Day festivities for next year and into the future. At last...

July 25, 2018

Little heroes to put on a fundraiser

A PAIR of passionate mothers have joined forces to put on a fundraiser next month for organisations close to their hearts. The Help 4 Little...

July 25, 2018

Letters To The Editor – July 26, 2018

Love the game

Dear Editor, Across the state last weekend, elite and community AFL clubs put aside traditional rivalries to unite in our love of everything...

July 25, 2018

Seagulls say “I do” at mock wedding

BARWON Heads Football and Netball Club recently invited guests to their last player’s function of the year – The 2018 Mock Wedding. The event proved...

July 25, 2018

Study cautions against total rabbit removal

RABBITS have a long and notorious association with the Geelong region, but a new study from Deakin University suggests removing them all could be...

July 25, 2018

Eyeing the Weekend – July 26, 2018

FRIDAY 27/7 

Drift into Driftwood The Driftwood Café in Ocean Grove is still serving their impressive five bites for five dollars tapas deal every Friday from...

July 25, 2018

Retail investment with upside

WITH the coastal hamlet of St Leonards transitioning from its historic holiday-village image to an increasingly resident-based community, businesses and investment in this burgeoning...

July 25, 2018

Local Builder Hamlan celebrates 35 years

Hamlan, Geelong’s biggest locally owned and operated builder, is celebrating 35 years of building homes across Geelong and the Surf Coast. Hamlan started in Anglesea...

July 25, 2018

Help plan a spectacular Christmas at Warralily

For a dedicated group of Warralily residents, July signifies the start of planning to bring a spectacular Christmas event to more than 6,000 locals...

July 25, 2018

Locals caring for locals – OPSM Waurn Ponds

Local optometrist Hayley Birch has lived in Torquay all her life and loves caring for the eyes of her community. Graduating amongst the inaugural optometry...

July 25, 2018

For all things outdoor cooking – about barbeques & fireplaces

The about barbeques & fireplaces team has always had barbecues in place since day one. With most people now preferring to at least do the...

July 25, 2018

Your gateway for professional maintenance – Gateway Automotive

Gateway Automotive was established in 1999 at its existing site in Leopold. Director Paul Hayden has many longterm clientele to thank for his longevity and...

July 25, 2018

Unwind at timeless beauty spa – Timeless Skin Laser & Beauty Spa

When Vicki McGinty took over the management of Timeless Skin Laser & Beauty Spa, time started standing still. “In today’s hectic world, we all deserve...