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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June 20, 2018

MAYOR’S COLUMN – June 21, 2018

COUNCIL is delighted to announce the recipients of our 2018 Community Environment Alliance (CEA) grants program. Through the program we will provide $6,800 of...

June 20, 2018

Rory’s law to close cycling injury loophole

CYCLISTS injured in accidents with stationary vehicles will be able to get access to Transport Accident Commission (TAC) benefits under new legislation introduced by...

June 20, 2018

Jetty receives $320,000 cash splash

THE Clifton Springs jetty will undergo a $320,000 upgrade and double in length. The 35-metre extension will include a light at the end of the...

June 20, 2018

SBHA to show united front at City Hall

SAVE Barwon Heads Alliance members will converge at City Hall next week to show their support for keeping their town boundary. The City of Greater...

June 20, 2018

Grubbers to host indigenous games this weekend

OCEAN Grove Football Club will host a special event this weekend to mark and recognise indigenous players. All four teams competing on Saturday in the men’s...

June 20, 2018

JAKARA REVISITS SCHOOL TO MEET PINT-SIZED FANS

Barwon Heads mogul skier Jakara Anthony took some time out of her busy schedule last week to visit pupils at her former primary school....

June 20, 2018

Barton Engine fires up in Geelong

A NEW heat evaporative engine built in Geelong is being touted as a revolution in turning a waste product into power. The Barton Engine was...

June 20, 2018

Jim Molan talks tough in Geelong

SENATOR Jim Molan promised Geelong’s veterans he will not back away from his strident advocacy for their causes at a forum last week. The former...

June 20, 2018

Coryule Chorus set to warm up winter

THE Bellarine’s popular choir – the Coryule Chorus – will present their second annual concert in Drysdale today. The concert Warm Winter Songs will include...

June 20, 2018

Eyeing The Weekend – June 21, 2018

FRIDAY 22/6 Head to 360Q for dining delights 360Q’s first Queenscliff Progressive Dinner sold out so fast, they’ve decided to host another one on the same...

June 20, 2018

Mako shark minimum thrown back

A SUGGESTION to protect small mako sharks in Victorian waters lauded by the state government has been thrown back, despite early indications that 99...

June 20, 2018

Learn about the coming Catholic primary school

PARENTS interested in the new Catholic primary school to be built in Armstrong Creek have been invited to an information session being held in...

June 20, 2018

Villawood’s letters stand with refugees

THE latest message on Villawood Properties’ giant letters overlooking the Geelong Ring Road spells out a message of support during Refugee Week. The corten characters...

June 20, 2018

Talking technology at breakfast

THE future of technology will be the focus at Torquay Commerce and Tourism’s next Sunrise Series breakfast, to be held next week at Peppers...

June 20, 2018

Crime rate decreases across Victoria

Victorian recorded crime statistics for the 12 months to the end of March, showing a 9.5 per cent decrease in the recorded offence rate...

June 20, 2018

City investigates Highton dog attacks

THE City of Greater Geelong is investigating reports of three dog attacks in the space of a day in Highton. On Friday, acting director of...

June 20, 2018

Korean baseball team to be based in Geelong

IN A FIRST for Australian sport, an international team will base itself in Geelong while taking part in an Australian sporting competition. Last week, Victorian Sports...

June 20, 2018

Jump on the free bus to Q&A in Melbourne

YOU’VE argued with the TV set and joined the Twitter conversation - now be part of the studio audience with a special free bus...

June 20, 2018

Uke players celebrate music with community jam

THE ukulele players at PUK (Portarlington Ukulele Kollective) are hosting a big free community jam “Make Music Day” today. PUK loves playing uke, singing and...

June 20, 2018

Free seminars offer valuable health tips to improve wellbeing

A GROUP of local health professionals have collaborated to offer a series of free seminars. Chiropractor and Functional Health Practitioner Dr Heidi Mueller, Rebecca Abram ...

June 20, 2018

Chess chaps on the search for more check mates

CHESS enthusiasts Stan Rusiniak and Hugh Peters menjoy playing against and learning from stronger players, as well as encouraging novices to learn the game...

June 20, 2018

Quiksilver hits plastic recycling milestone

QUIKSILVER’S recycling program has just hit a major milestone, turning 100 million bottles into boardshorts, jackets and other garments. Since the surf brand started...

June 20, 2018

New Festival of Sails chair takes the helm

THE Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) has appointed a new chair to run the 2019 Festival of Sails. Stuart Dickson, who has chaired the Wooden...

June 20, 2018

Street renaming to clear up confusion

EAST Geelong’s McNeill Court will be renamed Chapman Crescent in honour of two sisters who served with the Royal Australian Air Force during World...