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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May 16, 2018

Have your say on Shipwreck Coast projects

PARKS Victoria has invited local residents, businesses and community groups to attend information sessions about three projects on the Shipwreck Coast being held today...

May 16, 2018

Colac Otway sprays Birregurra elms to kill beetles

THE Colac Otway Shire has engaged a specialist contractor to treat an infestation of elm leaf beetle in the roadside elms in Birregurra. The contractor...

May 16, 2018

Transport Matters Party to contest state poll

ANOTHER political party has thrown its hat in the ring ahead of November’s state election, with the Transport Matters Party (TMP) announcing its registration...

May 16, 2018

Warning issued about rare but fatal bat virus

VICTORIANS should not handle bats and should phone a trained wildlife rescuer if a bat is found in trouble, Victoria’s Deputy Chief Health Officer...

May 16, 2018

Deakin vice-chancellor talks fibre at breakfast

THE outgoing vice-chancellor of Deakin has looked back on her time in charge at the university, saying she was confident the tertiary educator was...

May 16, 2018

Mission Youth Survey opens

MISSION Australia has opened their annual Youth Survey and the charity is hoping for a record number of young people aged 15-19 to get involved...

May 16, 2018

Providing the learning that matters

Christian College Geelong began in 1980 from humble beginnings with 60 students, from Prep to Year 10. Now 38 years on, Christian College proudly...

May 16, 2018

Arts an important part of St Joseph’s College program

The arts nurture cultural understanding, invention and imagination. The arts are an expressive, creative and communicative form of study that engages students in critical and...

May 16, 2018

Explore and discover through play at TeLC

Experiencing new things, exploring their world, and encountering the joys and challenges of learning: these are the things our children do every day as...

May 16, 2018

Local knowledge at Spring Creek Community House

Whether you want to study for a career or simply try a hobby that’s always interested you, Spring Creek Community House offers a range...

May 16, 2018

Wallington Primary has strong tradition

Wallington is a small school situated in a rural setting. The school provides a focal point for the local community and we enjoy a...

May 16, 2018

A Memorable Night IN THE SNOW FROM THE COMFORT OF AN ECO-DOME

You don’t have to ski or be intrepid to discover the beauty of the Australian Alps. This winter on Mount Hotham, Alpine Nature Experience will...

May 16, 2018

SNOW COMPANY BRIDGES THE GAP BETWEEN MOUNTAIN and STREET

Yuki Threads was founded in 2010 amid back-to-back snow seasons between Mt Buller and Japan. Their vision was to create a 100 per cent Australian-owned...

May 16, 2018

RUN TO THE HILLS with NITRO

Nitro Snowboards is stoked to be celebrating 28 winters of snowboarding the globe and is proud to announce it has partnered this season with...

May 16, 2018

A GREAT DAY IN THE SNOW WITH Ski Chute 4

When heading to the snow this season keep in mind the total experience. Time, cost, equipment and service. Heading to Mt Buller is a great way...

May 16, 2018

BOATHOUSE, PAPER MILLS AMONG GEELONG HERITAGE AWARD WINNERS

The restoration of an original Barwon Heads boathouse is among seven properties recognised in the 2018 Geelong Heritage Awards. Presented by the City of Greater...

May 16, 2018

The 2018 federal budget and Australian housing

THE announcement of Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s budget last week was out of the ordinary in one way: there was little to no discussion...

May 16, 2018

Chris Henson Senior Sales Consultant, One Agency Torquay

Chris Henson brings more than two decades of diverse international sales experience to the One Agency team. He is uniquely equipped for the role of...

May 16, 2018

Torquay Boardriders tag it for fourth at Sailor Jerry champs

TORQUAY Boardriders finished fourth at the Sailor Jerry Surftag Australian Championships at Duranbah Beach, Tweed Heads late last month. Snapper Rocks Surfriders (96.46) won the...

May 16, 2018

US elite point guard basketball clinics held in Geelong

JULIAN Harrell attended and ran elite point guard clinics with local children enrolled in the iconnect2u Sports Basketball Academy at Northern Bay College in...

May 11, 2018

Rory’s Rambles: What do people actually want in a new community?

OVER the years, we’ve surveyed residents and potential residents, asking what they’d like in their new Villawood community. Their answers generally fall into three...

May 11, 2018

Step out for a night of entertainment to support our DAIRY FARMERS

FARMER Power, a not-for-profit organisation run by dairy farmers for dairy farmers, will be hosting an event in Geelong on May 31 to help...

May 9, 2018

City Settlement Strategy to slow growth on the Bellarine

THE City of Greater Geelong is putting the brakes on new housing on the Bellarine, releasing plans for the municipality’s growth over the next...

May 9, 2018

Budget says yes to rail and air, wait and see on City Deal

THE Geelong region has gained another $50 million towards the Waurn Ponds-South Geelong rail duplication and $20 million for an international terminal at Avalon...