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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

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...

July 4, 2018

State kicks in for Grovedale changerooms

BURDOO Reserve in Grovedale will receive a much-needed facilities upgrade after the state government announced a $100,000 grant to help fund the project. Home of the...

July 4, 2018

Sports clubs get active through grants

SPORTS clubs from the Geelong region are among more than 130 groups to share in more than $370,000 to make getting active even easier...

July 4, 2018

Patagonia screens Takayna before marathon

PARTICIPANTS in last weekend’s Surf Coast Trail Marathon were first inspired by a screening of environmental documentary Takayna in Torquay. Patagonia Torquay hosted the screening...

July 4, 2018

Bellarine Kids success

THE Bellarine Kids Family Fun and Market Day took place at the Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre in Shell Road on Sunday July 1. Families...

July 4, 2018

Crime writing in Barwon Heads this month

OCEAN Grove author Dorothy Johnston will hold a Crime Writing workshop at the Barwon Heads Library later this month. A great supporter of the library...

July 4, 2018

Report warns on climate’s impact on the coast

REALIGNED shorelines, inundated low-lying areas and bushfires that happen more often and more intensely are among the predicted effects of climate change on Victoria’s...

July 4, 2018

BCH receives $35,000 to develop leadership skills

BELLARINE Community Health (BCH) has received $35,000 to develop a Bellarine region-wide collaboration to enhance the leadership skills of health and community sector leaders. The...

July 4, 2018

Council hopes feedback drives in

LAND located next door to the Leopold Community Hall (pictured above) could soon be used as a way for patrons to exit the site. The...

July 4, 2018

Borough projects to go up for the picking

BOROUGH of Queenscliffe residents and local organisations will submit four applications in the state government’s Pick My Project program. Local projects across regional Victoria will...

July 4, 2018

Bubbles and balloons help raise money for good cause

LADIES armed with bubbles and balloons converged at Barwon Heads Football and Netball Club at the weekend to raise money for a good cause. About...

July 4, 2018

Survey shows Borough is a strong performer

A SURVEY has revealed that locals are noticing the Borough of Queenscliffe’s focus on project progress. Results from the 2018 Local Government Victoria Community Satisfaction...

July 4, 2018

Taking pride in our place

This is the first of a series of editorials from members of the Barwon Regional Partnership in the lead-up to the next Barwon Regional...