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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 3, 2018

Taking good care of your cat

Torquay and Surf Coast Cattery

Darina always had ambitions of opening up a family veterinary practice after moving to Torquay with husband Denis in 1993. Despite...

January 3, 2018

A new take on a Torquay favourite

Mejavo’s Cafe

Angela and Paul Rodaughan know it what it takes to succeed in hospitality and are set to carry on the success of Torquay’s...

January 3, 2018

Aspire to service mind, body and soul

Aspire Wellbeing

Aspire Wellbeing is your one-stop destination to service your mind, body and soul. With more than 25 years’ experience in the health and wellness...

January 3, 2018

Oishi-m offers a touch of fabulousness

Oishi-m

Torquay’s favourite children’s clothing brand Oishi-m won the 2017 Geelong Business Excellence Awards - Business of the Year Award and Retail Award for the...

January 3, 2018

Your personal travel experts

Travel Managers

Donna, Tracey and Carli have nearly 60 years’ combined experience in the travel industry and are bringing their knowledge straight to you. As part...

January 3, 2018

New location, same fantastic results

Quay Osteo

After relocating to Old Torquay, Quay Osteo owner Laura Walsh is continuing the mission of attracting and expanding her team of like-minded practitioners. “Our...

January 3, 2018

Sisters’ yoga classes on the up

Upstate Yoga

Nine years ago, sisters and business partners Gail Asbell and Charelle Cuolahan opened their first yoga studio and now run more than 110...

January 3, 2018

Adult Ballet pirouettes onto the Bellarine

Adult Ballet Bellarine

Adult Ballet Bellarine, now in its third year, offers ballet classes for people who have no experience of dance as well as...

January 3, 2018

Hub celebrates female entrepreneurs

Business Hub

Career women from across the Bellarine gathered at Queenscliff Marina’s new Business Hub to hear from three successful female entrepreneurs. Those in attendance heard...

January 2, 2018

RACV Torquay Resort to host Ladbrokes Pro-Am

MORE of Australia’s rising golfing talent will be coming to Torquay in a little under a year, with RACV Torquay Resort to host a...

January 2, 2018

Registrations open for Surf Coast Trek

REGISTRATIONS have opened for the third annual Surf Coast Trek. After booking out last year, organisers have increased registrations to 850 for the 2018 event,...

January 2, 2018

Agency Profile: Paul Wright

Sales Professional, Barry Plant Torquay

If you’re ready to sell your home or buy your new home, you’re probably wondering where to begin, how to...

January 2, 2018

Strong Anglesea market ends year on high note

WITH 102 properties sold in 2017, Great Ocean Properties has continued leading the Anglesea market with its outstanding sales results. The Anglesea sales team consisting...

January 2, 2018

Archicentre urges home design that reduces bushfire risk

AUSTRALIA’S growing towns and cities are encroaching areas most at risk of fires, and Archicentre Australia says it is important that precautions be taken...

January 2, 2018

Grants lift Geelong businesses

A TRIO of Geelong businesses have been able to transform their operations, buy new equipment, employ extra staff and retain their workforce through $2.3...

January 2, 2018

Better mobile reception on trains gets the go-ahead

A SUCCESSFUL pilot of mobile signal repeaters has given the green light for better mobile coverage for train commuters between Geelong and Melbourne. The state...

January 2, 2018

Landcare projects to green the region

A COMMUNITY event to celebrate, protect and enhance the biodiversity of the Bellarine Peninsula is among 13 groups and projects funded by the state...

January 2, 2018

More trees to grow towards 20 million target

THE federal government says 18,500 trees will be planted across the Geelong region over the next two-and-a-half years through the third and final round...

January 2, 2018

Better bike routes to be rolled out

RIDING a bike in and out of central Geelong and other suburbs will soon be safer and easier with the construction of two new...

January 2, 2018

Cabinet reshuffle sparks Land 400 dispute

THE state and federal governments have traded fire over Land 400, sparked by the demotion of a Victorian MP in the federal government’s cabinet...

January 2, 2018

Colac Otway’s best gardens recognised

GARDENS in Apollo Bay and Birregurra were among those that bloomed in this year’s Colac Otway Shire Garden Awards. Best sustainable garden went to Birregurra’s...

January 2, 2018

Take care on the roads, SES urges

RECENT road accidents including a crash in Mount Moriac last week have spurred the State Emergency Service (SES) to urge drivers to slow down...

January 2, 2018

Fishing comp set to reel in funds

OCEAN Grove holiday residents will cast their lines tomorrow (Friday) for the fourth Riverview Fishing Classic. The classic is a fishing competition organised by a...

January 2, 2018

Swim healthy this summer

WHILE swimming is fun and a great way to stay fit and active, sometimes germs can contaminate the pool water, which can make people...