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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February 16, 2018

Birds of a Feather relay and wine together

TORQUAY’S Birds of a Feather group will be holding a wine and beer tasting evening today (Thursday) at the Torquay Surf Lifesaving Club. The group...

February 16, 2018

Feedback sought on Birregurra intersection fix

VICROADS has suggested a staggered layout or a roundabout as the long-term solution to a dangerous intersection near Birregurra. There were three crashes in five...

February 16, 2018

Superfoilers take flight in Geelong

THE events keep coming Geelong’s way, with the waterfront hosting a leg of the SuperFoiler Grand Prix over the weekend. The high-performance racing boats have...

February 16, 2018

Fresh February offers outdoor fun

Was it just me or has this summer been even more packed with happy holiday crowds across the Bellarine? The secret is definitely out...

February 16, 2018

About 300 wreckers take to the water for swim

ORGANISERS of the ninth annual Wreck2Reef Open Water Swim Classic at Indented Head on the weekend say it was one of the best events...

February 16, 2018

Herbalife riders get high fives in Adelaide

THIS year’s Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) bike ride came to an end in Adelaide last week after a six-day, 850-kilometre journey from Torquay. The group...

February 16, 2018

Jakara on a high: fourth at Winter Games

THE Barwon Heads community could not be more proud of their own Jakara Anthony, who finished fourth in the women’s moguls in PyeongChang. The 19-year-old...

February 16, 2018

Drysdale Bypass land to be sold to VicRoads

THE City of Greater Geelong has agreed to sell two parcels of land to VicRoads for construction of the Drysdale Bypass. The land size is...

February 16, 2018

Baton thrills Borough on way through

The 2018 Commonwealth Games Queen’s Baton passed through Queenscliffe on Monday as it made its way to the Gold Coast. Pictured here is batonbearer...

February 16, 2018

Baton spreads cheer through the Borough

COMMONWEALTH Games history was made in Queenscliff on Monday, as the Queen’s Baton Relay passed through the Borough on the way to the Gold...

February 13, 2018

Core strength helps you get back to health anytime

Core Health Group is a team of allied health professionals who have combined their 20 years of physiotherapy, clinical exercise physiology and nutrition skills...

February 13, 2018

Lifting the game in home care

There is a plug-and-play option for staying in the two-storey home you love. A new generation of residential lifts is making it easier for Australians...

February 13, 2018

The hearing aid specialists

Hearing Aid Specialist – Geelong is centrally located in Yarra Street and has been a family-owned practice since 1991, but has actually been operating...

February 13, 2018

Star of The Sea brings year-round coastal enjoyment

The end of summer signals a return to reality for many tourists as they head back to the city, but for Star of the...

February 13, 2018

Retirement living in ocean mist

Ocean Mist is located in the small coastal community of Torquay and is built upon the premise that a warm, comfortable and social environment...

February 13, 2018

A century of trusted travel with Christian’s Bus Co

Christian’s Bus Co operates a fleet of about 160 vehicles out of seven depots across Ararat, Beaufort, Bendigo, Colac, Ocean Grove, Terang and Warrnambool. Rewind...

February 13, 2018

Bay trippers can have ferry good time

Getting access to all Melbourne has to offer has never been easier with Port Phillip Ferries’ direct service between Portarlington to Docklands. Running since 2016,...

February 13, 2018

Say hire to local caravan business

Locally owned and operated with 12 years experience in the industry, Caravan for Hire in Geelong encourages travellers to hire rather than buy. With no...

February 13, 2018

Tuckers opens a new location on the Surf Coast

This week, Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service open their new office on the Surf Coast. With their ability to provide products and services for a...

February 13, 2018

The future is exciting at Barwarre

Retirement living in one of Geelong’s most sought-after locations could be possible this year, with expressions of interest for Stage 6 at Barwarre Gardens...

February 13, 2018

Almighty music with Melbourne Symphony Orchestra

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is bringing leading artists and some of the greatest music repertoire of all time to Geelong’s doorstep. Returning to Costa...

February 13, 2018

Working together to get the best outcome

Liz suffered a major ankle injury while walking over a plastic cover over a drain and, fortunately for her, others realised her situation was...

February 13, 2018

Retire in Geelong at a Lendlease Retirement Village

Independence, peace of mind and a sense of belonging are all lifestyle aspects residents can expect at a Lendlease Retirement Village and more. Each of...

February 13, 2018

Cool cars converge in Queenscliff

A massive turnout of cool cars and eager enthusiasts converged in Queenscliff at the weekend for the Geelong Street Rodders’ annual Show ‘n’ Shine. Clear...