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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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April 11, 2018

Take two: Trio rocks Leura

MOTHER Nature produced the goods for a rocking concert by the John Butler Trio at Leura Park Estate at the weekend. One of Australia’s most...

April 11, 2018

Barwon Regional Assembly to be held in Wallington

THE 2018 Barwon Regional Assembly will be held at Wallington/Ocean Grove on Thursday, May 31, while the 2018 Great South Coast Regional Assembly will...

April 11, 2018

Deakin vice-chancellor to retire

DEAKIN University has started a global search for its seventh vice-chancellor after chancellor John Stanhope announced Jane den Hollander will retire next year. Mr Stanhope...

April 11, 2018

Letters To The Editor – April 12, 2018

It should be front page news

Dear Editor, The Surf Coast Shire is undertaking a review of the services it provides to its elderly and also...

April 11, 2018

Colac Otway splashes cash for Apollo Bay pool

THE Colac Otway Shire has taken the plunge towards an indoor heated pool in Apollo Bay, deciding to commit $200,000 each year towards the...

April 11, 2018

Cats make a splash with fish business

A pair of Geelong Cats players has teamed up with a Torquay restaurant to bring fresh seafood straight from the market to the Surf...

April 11, 2018

Ring a ding ding, board raffle is king

THE annual Bell’s board raffle has been a staple fundraiser for the Torquay Boardriders Club for many, many years. When the surfing legends come to...

April 11, 2018

Rory’s Rambles: Good Friday Appeal success

EVERY parent knows the anxiety associated with having sick kids, and even more so when they need hospital care. Many parents within Villawood’s broad community...

April 11, 2018

At home with Michael Di Sciascio

Mike Di Sciascio has deep roots in Torquay’s surfing history.

Moving to the coastal town as a teenager, Mike landed a job as a shaper...

April 11, 2018

Build your perfect home with Coastyle

For Coastyle Building Solutions, creating homes is not just a job – it’s a passion. Based in Indented Head, the company has a staff of...

April 4, 2018

Eggstravaganza raises record for the kids

The fifth annual “Easter Eggstravaganza” held at the Queenscliff Bowling Tennis and Croquet Club was another huge success, raising a record $38,125 for the...

April 4, 2018

Pupils celebrate support of men’s shed members

ST LEONARDS Primary School pupils gathered to thank members of their local men’s shed during a ceremony last week. School captains Brianna and Max said...

April 4, 2018

Pupils celebrate shed support

St Leonards Primary School pupils thanked members of their local Men’s Shed for their support during a ceremony last week. Pictured are pupils Ethan...

April 4, 2018

Fanning stays alive as Pro finals beckon

THE Rip Curl Pro was called off for the day yesterday (Wednesday) with improved conditions projected for an exciting Finals Day today (Thursday) at...

April 4, 2018

Auditor-General issues coastal asset warning

A NEW report from the state’s Auditor-General has sounded a warning on coastal assets, and appears to support a significantly different management model for...

April 4, 2018

Rip Curl Community Cup to tee off again

THE Rip Curl Community Cup is on again, with the surfing label teeing off in Torquay to support a worthy cause on April 13. The...

April 4, 2018

Footy fans keep ferry going

GEELONG footy fans and the general public got a taste of what Bellarine residents have been lucky enough to enjoy for the last 18...

April 4, 2018

David defies doctors to breathe life into each day

OCEAN Grove’s David Wynne says his dad often says jokingly, “if I knew you were going to live this long, I wouldn’t have sold...

April 4, 2018

Pros and kids take to the water for surf day

KIDS with Cystic Fibrosis teamed up with professional surfers at Torquay Surf Beach last week for a morning of fun therapy. Surfing champions, such as...

April 4, 2018

Seasonal menu hits the tracks for Q Train

A CHANGE of season means a delicious new menu has arrived to The Q Train, one of Victoria’s most popular dining experiences. Their seasonal new...

April 4, 2018

Kings Funerals to take a seat on the Bizz3228 couch

Kings Funerals to take a seat on the Bizz3228 couchKINGS Funerals will be the special guest at Bizz3228's April networking event, to be held...

April 4, 2018

Children enjoy big day of play

GEELONG’S Big Play Day last week offered free fun, exciting activities and interactive entertainment. Moving indoors to Geelong's GMHBA Stadium, the day out for families...

April 4, 2018

L2P celebrates 200 licenced drivers and a new car

THE City of Greater Geelong’s L2P group is celebrating the achievement of 200 successful learner drivers who now have driver licences through the mentoring...

April 4, 2018

Japanese students follow the birds to the Bellarine

A DELEGATION of students from Nagoya in Japan visited the Bellarine last week to learn more about migratory birds who frequent the wetlands between...