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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 12, 2017

Draft flood strategy floated

THE community can have their say on the draft Corangamite Regional Floodplain Management Strategy at a drop-in session next week. The strategy was drawn up...

December 12, 2017

Giant Christmas tree floats again

IT’S beginning to look a lot like Christmas on the Geelong waterfront, with the city’s giant floating tree towed into position on Monday morning. The...

December 12, 2017

City Hall to shine at Christmas time

LOCAL artist Matt Bonner has come up with an exciting new Christmas projection display for City Hall, which begins tomorrow (Friday). The building’s Gheringhap Street...

December 12, 2017

Experienced netballer Clark joins hardworking Newcomb

NEWCOMB Football and Netball Club has appointed a new A Grade netball coach. Kristen Clark says the club’s passion, hard work and vision for the...

December 12, 2017

LED to light the way in Queenscliffe

THE Borough of Queenscliff council says transitioning to LED street lighting is a step in the right direction. Queenscliffe mayor Tony Francis said the decision...

December 12, 2017

Borough endorses new thunderstorm asthma resource

BOROUGH of Queenscliff Mayor Tony Francis has encouraged the community to access a thunderstorm asthma forecasting system. Following the thunderstorm asthma epidemic that occurred in...

December 12, 2017

Arts trail goes from strength to strength

CROWDS flocked to the second Annual Bellarine Arts Trail at the weekend, with the event doubling in size this year. A community- and artist-led initiative...

December 12, 2017

More than 5,000 people toast the coast

TOAST to the Coast revellers indulged in award-winning wines, fresh local produce and stunning scenery over the weekend. More than 5,000 wine-enthusiasts flocked to wineries...

December 12, 2017

Op shop sale has all things for your garden

THE Leopold Uniting Church Op Shop will host a plant and garden sale next week to raise money for a variety of charities. Held on...

December 12, 2017

Residents continue to question council’s eco-cabin plans

BOROUGH of Queenscliff community members say while they are relieved their council has decided not to build eco-cabins at Shortland’s Bluff, many questions still...

December 12, 2017

Community celebrates marine animal mural

A MURAL in Clifton Springs that aims to connect visitors to marine animals that call Port Phillip home has been officially opened. The Clifton Springs...

December 12, 2017

Missing Pinky launched in Torquay

A CHARMING children’s story about a missing blanket was officially shared with the world at an event at Torquay last week. Missing Pinky, written by...

December 11, 2017

Rowntree leads campaign against dumping

TELEVISION personality and local resident Catriona Rowntree is heading up a new campaign to tackle dumped rubbish across Geelong. The Getway presenter will feature in...

December 11, 2017

Support the appeal and wear a poppy

OCEAN Grove-Barwon Heads RSL Sub-Branch is ready for this year’s Poppy Appeal, with committed volunteers manning stations in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. Not only...

December 11, 2017

Remembrance Day ceremonies held across the Bellarine

RSL branches across the Bellarine will hold services to commemorate Remembrance Day on Saturday. The Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale RSL Sub-Branch respectfully ask the community and its...

December 11, 2017

Oliver’s on track for running glory

Clifton Springs Primary School pupil Oliver Ngaboyisonga, 12, recently won the 100-metre final in the State Track and Field Championships, beating a Victorian sprinting...

December 11, 2017

Arts trail launched at 360Q

The Launch of the 2017 Bellarine Arts Trail at the 360Q restaurant in Queenscliff was a great success last Friday night. More than 100...

December 11, 2017

Park Participants step out in pink

Step into Life Torquay turned the park pink with their Pink Super Session Day on Saturday, October 28. The event was run in support of...

December 11, 2017

Asthma Foundation Ball a success at Truffleduck

The 16th annual Shane O’Brien Memorial Asthma Foundation Ball was hosted by catering and events company Truffleduck over the weekend. Held at the popular Waterfront...

December 11, 2017

Saving Sun Bears with sustainability

In its fourth year, the Sun Bear Children’s Festival will continue to celebrate children’s love for animals and their passion to protect wildlife and...

December 11, 2017

Wildlife by the water

Members of the Wildlife Art Society of Australasia (WASA) from across the country are showing off their latest artworks at the By the Water...

December 11, 2017

Students can be Spectacular on Stage

Auditions for next year’s Victorian State Schools Spectacular will soon get under way with registrations now open. Minister for Education James Merlino is encouraging schools...

December 11, 2017

Eyeing The Weekend – November 2, 2017

FRIDAY 3/11

Paddle to the long weekend Before the craziness of the Melbourne Cup long weekend begins, enjoy your Friday night watching the region’s ocean racer,...

December 11, 2017

Day comes east for local show

Western Australian folk-rock artist Tom Day is travelling to Deans Marsh as part of his When I fall single tour. His latest single “When I...