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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

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...

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...