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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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November 19, 2023

Wildlife-friendly gardens spread across the Bellarine

BELLARINE Catchment Network is expanding a successful trial of its Gardens for Wildlife program to cover most of the peninsula. The Bellarine Peninsula is home...

November 19, 2023

Arts group makes successful trail debut

AN ARTS group barely a year old has made a successful debut on this year's North Bellarine Arts Trail. The Portarlington Lifestyle Village Arts Group's...

November 18, 2023

The ego is landing: Robbie Williams Geelong gig nears

GLOBAL superstar Robbie Williams will touch down in Geelong next week in what A Day on the Green says is its biggest production yet. The...

November 16, 2023

Groups pitch in to install safer plates

A COLLECTION of community groups and organisations grabbed the tools at the weekend to help cut down on number plate theft. Neighbourhood Watch Greater Geelong...

November 11, 2023

Get ready for summer entertaining at e&s

Take advantage of the beautiful weather and extend your entertaining spaces to the great outdoors with e&s. From a cosy backyard barbecue to those monumental...

November 11, 2023

Local projects lauded in National Architecture Awards

Two outstanding buildings in the Geelong region have received the highest praise in this year's National Architecture Awards. Announced earlier this month, the awards run...

November 10, 2023

Plug into solar with Winki Solutions

Winki Solutions is a local Surf Coast business founded and based in Torquay. With a passion for renewable energy and the environment, Winki Solutions is...

November 10, 2023

The future is grey

When it comes to timber floor trends, grey is here to stay. It's really easy to immediately go to classic shades when considering engineered timber...

November 9, 2023

Blood pressure fluctuations could be a warning

A new study by Australian researchers has shown that fluctuating blood pressure can increase the risk of dementia and vascular problems in older people. Short...

November 8, 2023

Help find a cure for lung cancer

November is a time to shine a light on lung cancer by lighting a Lung Foundation Australia lantern and taking part in a local...

November 8, 2023

Cadel gears up for his 2024 race

TOUR de France winner Cadel Evans is keen for the wheels to get turning on the 2024 edition of the race that bears his...

November 7, 2023

Tree launch to start Christmas celebrations

A SPECTACULAR night of activities next weekend will signal the start of this year's Christmas in Geelong program. The City of Greater Geelong's Floating Christmas...

November 3, 2023

Colliers wins at awards

Colliers Geelong has been recognised as among the best of the best in 2023, winning Commercial Agency of the Year at the REIV Awards...

November 1, 2023

Nominations open for state Landcare Awards

THE 2023-24 state and territory Landcare Awards are now open for nominations, and aim to recognise the outstanding contributions made by those involved in...

October 29, 2023

Pickleball club has a smashing time at Masters Games

THE Drysdale/Clifton Springs Pickleball Club is less than a year old but has already made its mark on the sport across the nation, winning...

October 29, 2023

Bellarine to host concert series

A NEW series of concerts across the Bellarine Peninsula aims to offer diverse genres of music in unique settings. The Bellarine Sessions is being presented...

October 29, 2023

RCV calls for help on rural housing

VICTORIA'S rural areas need urgent and targeted measures to help tackle the housing crisis, according to a new report. Rural Councils Victoria (RCV) has released...

October 29, 2023

Volunteers’ diligent watching celebrated

THE hard work of volunteers across not only the Geelong region but also Victoria have been recognised in the latest EstuaryWatch and WaterWatch Annual...

October 27, 2023

Melbourne Cup docks in Queenscliff

THE prize for winning the race that stops a nation has made a stop on the Bellarine Peninsula for the second year in a...

October 27, 2023

Bancoora SLSC seeks extra $1m for clubrooms project

THE Bancoora Surf Life Saving Club has a vision of creating a better and more inclusive facility, but it needs at least $1 million...

October 24, 2023

$3.5m mixed-use development proposed in Point Lonsdale

THE Borough of Queenscliffe is considering an application to build a $3.5 million three-storey mixed-use development in Point Lonsdale. To be built over neighbouring blocks...

October 24, 2023

Young people urged to ditch expectations and seek help

New research released to mark headspace day on October 4 has found two in five young Australians prefer to deal with their emotional problems...

October 23, 2023

Cidery, cellar door proposed in Drysdale

THE owners of an apple orchard in Drysdale want to expand it into a cidery, including the creation of a cellar door. Under the planning...

October 23, 2023

Land donated for health, wellbeing hub in Ocean Grove

A GENEROUS donation of land in Ocean Grove has fast-tracked the development of a health and wellbeing hub for the area. The Kingston Ocean Grove...