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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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May 21, 2023

Budget spending measures welcomed

THE City of Greater Geelong has welcomed increased spending in some programs in the 2023/24 Federal Budget but would like more detail on others. Following...

May 20, 2023

Cats kick on with another year of Healthy Heroes

THE Geelong Cats are hard at work off the field as well as on it, resuming their efforts supporting the GMHBA Healthy Heroes program...

May 20, 2023

ab [intra] to step out in Geelong

The Sydney Dance Company will present contemporary dance masterpiece ab in Geelong next week. Fresh from the international stages of France, including a sold-out...

May 19, 2023

Fundraising house project off to healthy start

THE Barwon Health Foundation is laying the foundations of its single biggest fundraiser yet with the House4Health Charity Auction. All proceeds from the sale of...

May 19, 2023

GRLC, city at odds about proposed closures

THREE libraries are proposed to shut across the municipality of Geelong, and the City of Greater Geelong and the Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC)...

May 17, 2023

Region’s conservation excellence awarded

A CAREFULLY restored former garage is among the winners of this year's local National Trust Heritage Awards. The awards, organised by the Geelong and Region...

May 15, 2023

Labor talks up support measures in Federal Budget

GEELONG's federal Labor MPs say the benefits of the 2023/24 Federal Budget will be widespread and will ease cost of living pressures for many...

May 15, 2023

Department of Health report finds no evidence of cancer cluster

ANOTHER government report has found no definitive evidence to explain a cluster of cancer cases in the Barwon Heads area. The conclusion is part of...

May 14, 2023

City’s roads and infrastructure funding topped up

THERE is more than a million extra dollars being added to the City of Greater Geelong's allocation in the latest round of the Local...

May 14, 2023

New Gateways CEO starts work

THE new chief executive officer of Gateways Support Services has officially started in the role. Rohan Braddy, who was appointed in mid-February, is well known...

May 14, 2023

State inquiry seeks feedback on road users’ behaviour

A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry into how road safety behaviours have changed during and after the COVID-19 pandemic is seeking more public feedback. Bellarine MP Alison Marchant,...

May 13, 2023

Trial to explore cannabis’ relief to endometriosis pain

Researchers from Deakin University are exploring the potential of medicinal cannabis to manage pain experienced by those with endometriosis. The EndoCannED trial will look at...

May 13, 2023

Events to nurture the mind, body and soul

Geelong Regional Libraries are helping the community invest in themselves with a series of "Mind, Body and Soul" events this month. Open to the public,...

May 12, 2023

Local footy hits SEN on The Warm Up

SEN in collaboration with Times News Group has launched a new show that is bringing the best of local footy to the airwaves. Sports broadcaster...

May 11, 2023

2023 Geelong Business Excellence Awards launched

THE search for Geelong's best and brighest businesses has begun again, with entries officially opening to this year's LBW Business + Wealth Advisors Geelong...

May 6, 2023

Bowen urges all-in effort to reach 2030 emissions target

FEDERAL Energy and Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen says Australia has only 80 months to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions so it can meet...

May 6, 2023

Employment organisations sought to find Games builders

EMPLOYMENT suppliers and Group Training Organisations (GTOs) have been invited to help find the staff to build the villages and venues in Geelong and...

May 6, 2023

Enabling the next generation of leaders

YOUNG women and non-binary people with disability are having a significant impact locally, nationally and globally through action, activism and education. People such as environmental...

May 5, 2023

Impeccable design with superior upgrades

Brilliantly designed and impeccably presented, this stunning home offers class, style and low-maintenance, convenient living in the ever-popular Mount Duneed. Indulge in luxury living with...

May 5, 2023

Warm start for Cottage by the Sea fundraiser

COTTAGE by the Sea helped stave off the coming cold of the changing seasons with its first Winter Warmers breakfast. Held in the Captains' Room...

May 3, 2023

Barwon Heads 13th Beach SLSC clubhouse opens

THE Barwon Heads 13th Beach Surf Life Saving Club has officially opened its newly refurbished clubhouse. Barwon Heads 13th Beach LSC president Matthew Burke and...

May 2, 2023

Call for a long-term solution to Long COVID

Lung Foundation Australia (LFA) has warned the community to not be complacent about the risk of COVID-19 infections or reinfections as the winter flu...

May 2, 2023

Mermaids make a splash at Cottage by the Sea

THE Mermaids swimming group has made an impression at children's charity Cottage by the Sea in Queenscliff. Comprising women from the Bellarine Peninsula who swim...

May 2, 2023

Clinic to treat endo and pelvic pain patients

A HEALTH provider in Belmont will be upgraded to include a specialist centre for endometriosis and pelvic pain through federal government support. The clinic at...