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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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January 12, 2018

Fairhaven SLSC holds another classic

THE latest running of the Tim Gates Classic drew a combined field of more than 600 to Fairhaven’s beach on Sunday. The five-kilometre fun run/walk...

January 12, 2018

Bellarine Cup a fun day for all ages

SNAKES, bats, koalas and birds proved a hit with the children at last week’s Batman Management Group Bellarine Cup. The Australian wildlife visited Geelong Racing...

January 12, 2018

Indented Head’s history now on exhibit

INDENTED Head’s rich and diverse history is now on exhibit through a permanent display at the town’s community hall. The Indented Head Community Association received...

January 12, 2018

Arts event appoints new director as preparations begin

PREPARATIONS are under way for arts event Mountain to Mouth, with the appointment of a new artistic director and search for an artist to...

January 12, 2018

Trolls kicks off Leopold’s pop-up cinema

A MIX of family favourites and cult classics will be shown at Gateway Plaza Leopold’s free popup outdoor cinema during January and February. First to...

January 12, 2018

Brendan’s photo brings dementia to light

OCEAN Grove’s Brendan Waites is on a mission to raise awareness of dementia after coming face to face with how the awful disease has...

January 12, 2018

Wreck2Reef adds new course to line-up

THE ninth annual Wreck2Reef Open Water Swim Classic at Indented Head next month will include an exciting new 2.5-kilometre course. The much anticipated community event...

January 12, 2018

Stars here for Maddie’s Day On The Purple

CLIFTON Springs Golf Club will host Maddie’s Day On The Purple Pro-Am this weekend. The event, to be held on Sunday, January 14, will support...

January 12, 2018

Starfish Nippers join Point Lonsdale SLSC

A LIFESAVING skills program at Point Lonsdale Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) is giving young people with disabilities the chance to learn about beach...

January 12, 2018

Bellarine grassfire under control

ABOUT 65 hectares of rural farmland along Swan Bay Road has been destroyed in a fire started by a suspected arson attack at about...

January 9, 2018

Falls fever hits Lorne

Falls Festival Lorne saw event-goers have a blast in varying weather conditions. Starting the festival with a bang on the Thursday, Daryl Braithwaite took...

January 9, 2018

Film comp aim to preserve the power of antibiotics

Budding filmmakers and enthusiasts are encouraged to submit films with the theme of “Preserve the Power” depicting the impacts of bacteria becoming resistant to...

January 9, 2018

New Year could mean new you

As the Surf Coast and Bellarine ring in the New Year, VicHealth has put together some handy tips to help improve health and wellbeing...

January 9, 2018

Breathless Bell hears message from the heart

When Surf Coast Shire mayor David Bell felt breathless following the 2017 Danger 1000 Ocean Swim, he put it down to his age. After celebrating...

January 9, 2018

A SUNSET for the soul

Up to 130 yogis made their way down to the Torquay Esplanade on December 30 to move, dance and flow for the second last...

January 9, 2018

Nurturing confident learners with music

It may be the summer holidays, but Mini Maestros are gearing up to deliver their interactive music program again in 2018. With classes now running...

January 9, 2018

Searching The Bellarine for treasure

Treasure hunters are searching Bellarine businesses in the third annual glass art Treasure Hunt, running until February 17 as part of this year’s Festival...

January 9, 2018

Sculpture to make Landfall at Lorne

The 2018 Lorne Sculpture Biennale is back March 17-April 2, celebrating the best contemporary Australian and international sculpture in a free, vibrant festival that...

January 9, 2018

Sunday sessions return to Terindah

Sunday Sessions at Terindah Estate have returned just in time for summer. Following its success earlier this year, the live music on the lawn...

January 8, 2018

Eyeing The Weekend – January 4, 2018

Friday 5/1

Movies in the moonlight Attend an unforgettable night under the stars at the fourth annual Moonlight Cinema at The Point, Point Lonsdale, screening the...

January 8, 2018

It’s all Rouge at Barwon Heads

Rouge is coming to Barwon Heads for some tantalising summer fun and entertainment for the adults these holidays. If parents can arrange a babysitter for...

January 8, 2018

Victorian Championships at Geelong Lawn

Tennis Victoria’s 2017 Victorian Grasscourt Championships were held at Geelong Lawn Tennis Club, starting on Wednesday, December 27 and finishing with a great day...

January 8, 2018

Roo Run comes on in leaps and bounds

THE annual Anglesea Roo Run was a resounding success with almost 500 runners turning out in warm conditions to enjoy the scenic coastal course...

January 8, 2018

Agency Profile: Felicity Schoenicke

Residential Property Manager, Hayden Real Estate Torquay

Like most service industries, the key to property management is good communication. Felicity prides herself on being professional, honest...