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 4, 2018

Drivers should slow down and watch for wildlife

THE RACV has warned motorists to be alert for wildlife when driving, particularly at dawn and dusk, this holiday season. Researchers from the University of...

January 4, 2018

Metal message reminds travellers to drive safe

VILLAWOOD Properties has updated its corten letters in Highton as a reminder for drivers to get to their destinations safely over the holidays. The developer...

January 4, 2018

Builder appointed for Grovedale College upgrade

THE $7.5 million upgrade of Grovedale College is getting closer, with the announcement of a builder for the works. Rendine Construction Pty Ltd has been...

January 4, 2018

Don’t let your campfire become a bushfire

FOREST Fire Management Victoria has launched a campaign to remind campers in the Otway region to follow the rules when it comes to campfire...

January 4, 2018

Warralily Grange to raise the bar at Mount Duneed

WARRALILY is set to raise the bar at Mount Duneed with the imminent release of the supersuburb’s newest neighbourhood, Warralily Grange. Warralily will release 870...

January 4, 2018

Survive the heat this summer

THE state government has launched a new campaign to help Victorians prepare for, and survive, a hot and potentially deadly summer. Survive the Heat raises...

January 4, 2018

New ways to experience the action at Festival of Sails

THE Regatta Village will again feature a big screen for shore-based spectators to enjoy during Geelong’s Festival of Sails. While still on shore, but staying...

January 4, 2018

Jetski rules change for children

CHILDREN younger than 16 will no longer be able to legally use a jetski on their own in Victoria, following a change in state...

January 4, 2018

Fake fifties circulate in Grove

FAKE fifty dollar notes were circulating around Ocean Grove last week. Driftwood Café owner Rachael Simons took to Facebook with a warning to fellow business...

January 4, 2018

Council endorses Economic Development Strategy

THE Borough of Queenscliffe has adopted a strategy that has the potential for local economic growth. At its latest meeting, council unanimously endorsed the Economic...

January 4, 2018

Asthma forecasting stops for the year

VICTORIA’S epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecasting system has stopped delivering forecasts, to coincide with the end of grass pollen season. Forecasts will resume on October 1,...

January 4, 2018

Artists showcase their work at Springdale

SPRINGDALE Community Centre in Drysdale will host its 12th annual artist’s exhibition later next month. Springdale has been home to the Springdale Artists for many...

January 4, 2018

THERE GOES SANTA CLAUS

Santa Claus was hard at work on the day before Christmas, saying hello to hundreds of children in Torquay and Jan Juc on the...

January 4, 2018

Winchelsea intersection gets summer safety upgrade

FEEDBACK from emergency services, the Surf Coast Shire and the community has spurred safety works on a “notorious” intersection near Winchelsea. In late December, VicRoads...

January 4, 2018

Car catches fire after hitting pole in Wallington

THOUSANDS of Bellarine residents sand businesses were without power on Tuesday morning after a car hit a power pole in Wallington. Sergeant Sean Drew from...

January 4, 2018

Celebrity chefs cook for Challenge

Don’t miss out on the biggest night of Oates Vic Open week by securing a table for the Celebrity Chef Charity Dinner for Challenge. Back...

January 4, 2018

Final Winchelsea-Colac duplication works begin

WORKS have started on the last stage of duplicating the Princes Highway between Winchelsea and Colac. Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson said last month that...

January 4, 2018

Preparing for take-off? You need a permit in a park

WITH an influx of drones expecting to take off in the days and weeks after Christmas, Parks Victoria has reminded visitors that launching and...

January 4, 2018

EPA watching out for pollution over the holidays

WITH many industries shutting down for the holiday season, Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) has warned all businesses to secure possible pollution threats while...

January 4, 2018

Funding set to engage young Grovers

YOUNG people in Ocean Grove will have more opportunities to actively participate in and connect with their local community thanks to a $150,000 grant. The...

January 4, 2018

Competitors ride out the waves at regatta

MORE than 30 state and national competitors have taken to the water for the 53rd Hartley TS16 Australian Championship Regatta at Portarlington Sailing Club. Held...

January 4, 2018

Iconic film festival comes to Queenscliff

WELL-KNOWN Australia actor Steve Bastoni says extending the Peninsula Film Festival to the Bellarine is the fruition of a long-held dream. In an exciting coup...

January 4, 2018

Sold-out New Year’s Eve event goes off

QUEENSCLIFF’S first fireworks display in what is believed to be about 30 years has proved to be a cracking event. The fireworks were part of...

January 4, 2018

Team Mortgage Choice wins fishing classic

THE fourth Riverview Fishing Classic last week raised more than $5,000 for the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club. Held at the St Leonards boat...