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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 11, 2018

Sinclair’s Building Concepts on a winner

Local Torquay-based builder Sinclair's Building Concepts received their first award at the recent Regional Building Awards for their Torquay display home “Skye”, which was...

July 11, 2018

Get to know the Hudson Ridge family

Hudson Ridge is a family business formed by Darren Fraser, building homes throughout Ballarat and also Geelong and the Surf Coast regions over the...

July 11, 2018

EOFY REPORTING is not just about minimising tax

Tightened credit conditions for small businesses increases the importance of debt reviews and smart planning. The 2018 financial year is done and the results are...

July 11, 2018

HOW TO GET THE RIGHT NEST EGG for you

Superannuation is all about setting you up for your future and providing you with a nest egg large enough to retire comfortably, making it...

July 11, 2018

IT’S MORE THAN TAX at STS Accounting Group

The expression “find out early what matters” was heard and learnt many years ago at a business conference run by one of Australia’s business...

July 11, 2018

AN ATO GUIDE TO THE 5 MOST COMMON TAX TIME MISTAKES

As tax time 2018 kicks off, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has profiled the five most common mistakes and the personalities most likely to...

July 11, 2018

STS Accounting is Evolving

“Accounting as a profession is evolving rapidly… compliance is a thing for the past”, explains Martin Kavanagh Business Development Manager for Group. Technology has disrupted...

July 11, 2018

Downsize your home and BOOST YOUR SUPER

As of July 1, older Australians may be able to boost their super by selling their main residence. The “downsizer contribution” scheme allows individuals aged...

July 11, 2018

DON’T JUST SURVIVE – thrive

Kelly Clifford is a chartered accountant and registered tax agent operating as a sole practitioner based in Ocean Grove. Kelly has focused on building her...

July 11, 2018

TAX OFFICE helping taxpayers

This Tax Time the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is helping taxpayers to get their tax returns right through pop-up shops and the Tax Help...

July 11, 2018

INSPIRATIONAL ADVICE to achieve the life you want

For more than 16 years, Coastline Advice has been helping put people from the Surf Coast in a better financial position. In recent years, they...

July 11, 2018

Big tennis day to remember Jim

MOOLAP Tennis Club recently held its inaugural Jim Abrahams Memorial Tournament, to honour the memory of a much-loved club member, who passed away just...

July 11, 2018

League Manager – the future of recording

TENNIS Geelong has moved a step closer to the changeover of results recording as the midweek competition embraces the League Manager system. The program is...

July 11, 2018

Runners hit the training track ahead of Surf Coast Century

RUNNERS from across Victoria gathered last month for the second of four training runs on the official Surf Coast Century 100km ultra marathon course...

July 4, 2018

A flaming good night for about barbeques and fireplaces

After opening their doors to the Surf Coast and Geelong region three months ago, about barbeques & fireplaces celebrated their official opening on June...

July 4, 2018

GEELONG LEADERS SLEEP OUT FOR A CAUSE

More than 60 leaders from the Geelong community braved the cold for one night last week to raise awareness and money for poverty and...

July 4, 2018

Geelong buildings celebrate NAIDOC Week

ACROSS Geelong, 18 prominent buildings in Greater Geelong will feature 40 pictures of Aboriginal women as part ofn celebrations for this year’s NAIDOC Week,...

July 4, 2018

Chamber heads to The Village after 5

THE Armstrong Creek growth area has come a long way but has a long way to go, according to the company that built its...

July 4, 2018

Point Grey winning design consultation begins

THE Great Ocean Road Coast Committee is hosting a series of listening posts to discuss and test elements of the winning design for the...

July 4, 2018

Henderson takes questions from the Q&A crowd

CORANGAMITE federal member Sarah Henderson has made another appearance on the ABC TV’s Q&A program, sparring with fellow panellists about tax, business confidence and Donald...

July 4, 2018

Local ninja warrior makes filming

LEOPOLD mum Michelle Callanan put her physical strength to the test when she recently filmed for Australian Ninja Warrior, but unfortunately her run won’t...

July 4, 2018

Work starts on Ocean Grove surf complex

WORKS on the new Surf Beach Complex at Ocean Grove Main Beach are expected to start this week. The Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club’s former...

July 4, 2018

AIRAR connect to a refugee’s story

IN recognition of Refugee Week, Aireys Inlet Rural Australians for Refugees (AIRAR) and Aireys Inlet Primary School undertook a joint project to build a personal...

July 4, 2018

Minister visits Geelong for City Deal update

THE federal government says it could have Geelong’s City Deal done within as little as two months, but is being cagey about the details. Federal...