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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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December 22, 2017

Business meets glass art at Treasure Hunt preview

A RECORD 32 businesses from the Bellarine have signed up to take part in next year’s Festival of Glass Treasure Hunt. During the Treasure Hunt,...

December 22, 2017

Kids count down to Christmas

Queenscliff Primary School pupils get into the festive spirit with not many more sleeps until Christmas. Pictured is, from left, Keisha, Lily, Virginia, Indiana...

December 22, 2017

The Potato Shed 2018 Season launched

The Potato Shed is set for another big year with the Drysdale arts venue to host a variety of contemporary arts events in 2018. The...

December 22, 2017

Lions help keep community ultra safe and sound

The Anglesea Lions and Lioness Club, in partnership with the Anglesea Community Bank, the Surfcoast Medical Centre and the overwhelming support of the Anglesea...

December 22, 2017

National concerns of Australia’s youth

Major research undertaken by Mission Australia has found that alcohol and drugs, equity and discrimination are the top issues of national concern for young...

December 22, 2017

GeeLong’s Live Music and Little Malop’s augmented reality

Geelong’s first ever Live Music Action Plan (LiveMAP) was launched on Friday alongside a mural of Geelong rock legend Chrissy Amphlett. The LiveMAP was developed...

December 22, 2017

Festivalgoers Fall For Rancho Relaxo

Now in its fourth year, Rancho Relaxo is Falls Festival’s lifestyle precinct, with an eclectic offering of craft and dance workshops, yoga sessions, live...

December 22, 2017

Eyeing The Weekend – December 14, 2017

FRIDAY 15/12

Christmas time in the Quay Christmastime in the Quay is being held again with beautifully decorated houses and streets, 180 holiday street lamp banners...

December 22, 2017

Ladies tennis at the ’Lawn

Tuesday December 5, the annual ladies tournament at Geelong Lawn, with all eyes on the skies, following one of the rainiest periods for years. While...

December 22, 2017

Jarrod Snow takes off at Merimbula

TEENAGE Torquay kitesurfer Jarrod Snow has impressed on the waves up north, finishing fifth in the open division in Kiteboarding Australia’s national titles. The 37th...

December 22, 2017

Local teams just miss in nudie battle

PHILLIP Island Boardriders Club has claimed the Victorian round of the Nudie Australian Boardriders Battle (AAB) at their home break of Cape Woolamai at...

December 22, 2017

Solar snail among grandparent gift ideas

Grandparents deserve an extra special festive gift, so surprise them with the unexpected. Australia Post has a great range of gifts for grandparents that...

December 22, 2017

Coastal country club living at Kithbrooke

Work is speeding ahead on the final phase of development at Kithbrooke Park Country Club in Torquay Coupled with the coming opening of the new...

December 22, 2017

Social support groups keep seniors active

The opportunity to spend time with other people and engage in social outings keeps people connected with the community they live in. Bellarine Community Health...

December 22, 2017

Give the gift of a joyful retirement

Have a loved one who is close to retirement? Looking for the perfect gift? Help them discover the many pleasures of retirement and alleviate...

December 22, 2017

Constant care in a changing world

Ruth has been through a lot of change over the past 18 months, but the support she has received from Uniting AgeWell has remained...

December 22, 2017

Seniors at Star of the Sea enjoy holidays all year long

There’s a reason why it’s difficult to find a park around Torquay over the Christmas period. The seaside town is a beacon for sun seekers...

December 22, 2017

A few laughs with U3ASurfCoast as thoughts turn to 2018

U3ASurfCoast’s final week for 2017 was celebrated last week with a reading of Anzac Biscuits, a one-act comedy followed by drinks and nibbles. The play,...

December 21, 2017

Agency Profile: Olivia Swann

Sales Consultant, One Agency Shaun O’Callaghan Olivia Swann joins One Agency as a sales consultant with a track record of driving success for clients. Experienced in...

December 21, 2017

Geelong and Surf Coast to meet affordability challenge

THE economic challenge for Greater Geelong and the Surf Coast is to keep housing prices down and affordable across the region. Melbourne is experiencing boom...

December 21, 2017

All you want from Santa is land at Ashbury Estate

STILL wondering what to buy your family this Christmas? How about the perfect place to build your new dream home at Armstrong Creek’s highly...

December 21, 2017

Barwon Water Salt to showcase sustainable excellence

FOR a number of years, Barwon Water’s decommissioned water basin in Grossmans Road Torquay has been providing water, no longer used to service homes,...

December 21, 2017

Agency Profile: Candace Smith

Sales Consultant, RT Edgar Bellarine

Candace has lived on the Bellarine Peninsula for the past seven years after a seachange from Melbourne. Previously studying community services...

December 21, 2017

Real estate sons shine online

Continuing their innovative approach to marketing and social media, Bellarine Property enlisted the support of young guns Joel Bartley and Tully Roberts (the sons...