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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 20, 2017

No higher than five on Barwon estuary

THE Port of Barwon Heads are working with other groups and agencies to create awareness of the five knot speed limit applying to the...

December 20, 2017

The best of the best combine for first Christmas market

THE best of local food and craft will combine this weekend in Ocean Grove for the first Christmas Makers’ Market. After six years of running...

December 20, 2017

So this is Christmas

It’s definitely beginning to look a lot like Christmas here on the Bellarine, and I for one am on the silly-season bandwagon. The street...

December 20, 2017

Through the looking grass

The City of Greater Geelong’s fire prevention team has started inspecting potential fire risks on the Bellarine. Pictured is fire prevention team leader David...

December 20, 2017

Officers reduce fire risk across the Bellarine

THE City of Greater Geelong’s fire prevention team is inspecting potential fire risks on the Bellarine, as the region faces an above average fire...

December 20, 2017

Firefighting recruits train for summer

SOME of Forest Fire Management Victoria’s newest recruits have completed a tough and informative training camp in preparation for the summer fire season. The 20...

December 20, 2017

Keep clear of resting seals

LOCAL beachgoers can expect to see more young seals in the coming months, as an influx of juvenile seals come ashore along the coast. Summer...

December 20, 2017

Storm brings spate of ladder accidents

A DOZEN people were hospitalised in 12 hours due to ladder falls on Thursday, and paramedics have warned people to take care on ladders. Many...

December 20, 2017

Case of the vapours forces Leisurelink evacuation

LEISURELINK is operating as normal following an incident last week that forced it to be evacuated. Several people were taken to hospital after “irritating vapours”...

December 20, 2017

Apollo Bay gets into the Christmas spirit

APOLLO Bay will be getting into the Christmas spirit with the placement of the WildWood Christmas tree on the town’s foreshore on Monday In response...

December 20, 2017

Geelong Heritage Centre welcomes 100,000th visitor

THE Geelong Heritage Centre has marked its 100,000th visitor since opening in its new location in central Geelong two years ago. Since moving “under the...

December 19, 2017

Floating their boats: Crowds make Christmas tree tradition

THE first night of Geelong’s floating Christmas tree is becoming an annual tradition for some families, with an increasing number of people returning for...

December 19, 2017

Family violence services relaunch under new name

TWO Geelong-based services for people experiencing sexual assault and family violence have announced they will be forming a single new organisation. Barwon Centre Against Sexual...

December 19, 2017

Geelong groups pledge collective action

NEARLY two dozen Geelong employers and community groups have collectively declared their opposition to family violence. The 23 local organisations have signed a Statement of...

December 19, 2017

Clifton Springs Pro-Am to honour Maddie’s Vision

A CELEBRITY pro-am at Clifton Springs Golf Club next month will raise money to help find a cure for bone marrow failure. The annual summer...

December 19, 2017

Project to restore Moorabool River

A PARTNERSHIP between Barwon Water, the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority, the state government and the local community will restore the health of the Moorabool...

December 19, 2017

Grants support making music locally

THREE local music projects have received funding through two state government grant programs. In Anglesea, The Sound Doctor Presents is one of 12 regionally-based presenters...

December 19, 2017

GORCC and college celebrate six busy years

THE Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC) and Geelong Lutheran College have celebrated six years of rehabilitating Whites Gap in Torquay. The committee’s education team...

December 19, 2017

Colac Otway backs Commonwealth Games study

THE Colac Otway Shire is financially supporting a study into the 2030 Commonwealth Games being held across regional Victoria, but the City of Greater...

December 19, 2017

Diversitat enjoys year of educational success

DIVERSITAT is proud to announce another successful year with its School-based Apprenticeship and Traineeship (SbAT) and Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) program...

December 19, 2017

Targa Florio races through

THE first Targa Florio held outside Italy has been run and won, including along the Bellarine and the Surf Coast. The 84 touring cars participating...

December 19, 2017

Geelong developers recognised at industry awards

IT WAS a triple treat for Geelong at this year’s Victorian Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Awards for Excellence, with three local or...

December 19, 2017

Colac Otway hands off resort decision to minister

THE Colac Otway Shire has decided against making a decision about the proposed $70 million Apollo Bay resort, and instead has sought to refer the...

December 19, 2017

Local artists create some Christmas spirit

QUEENSCLIFF artists and artisans are showcasing their skills while offering locally made gifts for Christmas. The works are on display at Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House’s gallery,...