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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

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...

December 21, 2017

One Agency assembles dream team

ONE Agency Torquay has firmly established itself as a leading real estate agency on the coast, after being started in 2016 by renowned property...

December 20, 2017

Adult incontinence products at your doorstep

Holistic Incontinence Geelong is conveniently located at 25 Slevin Street in North Geelong. Their location is easily accessible from all locations around Geelong, the Bellarine...

December 20, 2017

Corangamite seniors have a voice

A new, free support network is now available to stand up for the rights older people in need in Corangamite. Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson...

December 20, 2017

Support your body as you age

In my line of work, far too commonly I hear arthritis or age used as acceptable reasons to feel limited on a day-to-day basis. I...

December 20, 2017

Make friends with textiles at Amitie

Amitie Textiles in Torquay carries a huge range of inspiring fabrics suitable for patchwork, dress making, quilting, home décor and other craft and sewing...

December 20, 2017

Pupils perform Peter Pan to a packed house

QUEENSCLIFF Primary School pupils were proud to present their whole school production of Peter Pan on Friday. All pupils at the school were challenged to...

December 20, 2017

Team dives on invasive seaweed

DIVERS have removed two tonnes of highly invasive seaweed from Pope’s Eye in the Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. The team from Parks Victoria...

December 20, 2017

Jan Juc Playgroup celebrates Christmas

THE Jan Juc Playgroup has enjoyed its last celebration for the year – its Christmas Party. Held at Bob Pettit Reserve on Thursday, mums, dads...

December 20, 2017

Gantry gives Apollo Bay fishers a lift

APOLLO Bay’s reputation as a destination for game fishing has received a boost with the installation of a new $24,500 gantry to weigh catches...

December 20, 2017

MegaRail makes it to next stage of prospectus

PROPONENTS of a $15 billion bid to cut travel times between Geelong and Melbourne to 17 minutes has made it to the second stage...

December 20, 2017

Institute touts Melbourne airport rail for Geelong travellers

THE Rail Futures Institute (RFI) is talking up a railway line to Melbourne Airport, saying its plan would also have benefits for Geelong travellers. In...

December 20, 2017

Christmas cheer overflows at Warralily

A LARGE crowd gathered for Warralily’s fourth annual Christmas Spectacular at the weekend. ARIA-nominated and multi-platinum selling artist Nathaniel Willemse joined Michael Stangel (The Voice)...

December 20, 2017

Disruptive ideas aired at Pivot Summit

DISRUPTION was the order of the day at the 2017 Pivot Summit, with several of the speakers praising the virtues of transformative change. The annual...