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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 8, 2017

Authorities urge people to stay away from whales

THE sighting of a large whale in the south channel near Port Phillip heads recently has reaffirmed advice from authorities to stay clear of...

December 8, 2017

Show your support to end violence

BELLARINE Community Health is asking the community to help them recommit to White Ribbon Day. White Ribbon Day is part of the Barwon Month of...

December 8, 2017

Drysdale soccer women win cup against state’s best

THE Drysdale women’s soccer team recorded a well-deserved victory in the inaugural Victorian Country Challenge Cup at the weekend. Despite being in the middle of...

December 7, 2017

A look at auction strategies

No two auctions are ever alike; they’re like snowflakes, and that’s why there are a range of common strategies for auctions that you can...

December 7, 2017

Keith adds to growing Great Ocean Properties’ team

THE Great Ocean Properties team of professionals is continuously striving to provide the best customer experience to their ever-expanding list of real estate clients,...

December 7, 2017

Ho ho ho!

Get into the festive spirit with the Geelong Cats’ 6.5-metre charity Christmas tree that Villawood Properties is sponsoring this year. The tree is located beside...

December 7, 2017

Anglesea market going from strength to strength

REIV-trained and accredited licensed estate agent Trent Ludlow from McCartney Real Estate says the Anglesea market conditions are unprecedented, having been involved in the...

December 7, 2017

Seabank auction sees seachangers buy

RT Edgar’s auction of 13 Seabank Drive Barwon Heads got off to a great start despite the forecast storm event, with an opening bid...

December 7, 2017

Blvd Torquay release four on its way

With the first three stages sold out in spectacular fashion, release four at the highly-coveted Blvd Torquay community is officially on the market. Release four...

November 29, 2017

Barwon Coast takes direct steps in wildlife preservation

BARWON Coast is introducing exclusion zones on beaches along the coast to strengthen wildlife protection measures this spring and summer. The Temporary Exclusion Zones will...

November 23, 2017

Foundation celebrates 10 years

The Cotton On Foundation celebrated its 10th anniversary last Thursday with a photographic exhibition at the Cotton On head office to celebrate. The exhibition featured...

November 23, 2017

Choir sings on: 10 years of Hard Knocks

The award-winning and critically acclaimed Choir of Hard Knocks will perform for Geelong Performing Arts Centre’s Musical Mornings audiences next month. Now in its 10th...

November 23, 2017

A house full of beauty

Torquay Beauty House is what the name implies – a beauty salon located in the magnificent beach surroundings of Torquay that will enhance, pamper...

November 23, 2017

Physical health key to mental health

The inclusion of physical health for the first time in a five-year national plan detailing priority areas for Australia’s mental health system is a...

November 23, 2017

What the FODMAP is going on?

You may have heard recently, about the FODMAP diet. Your doctor, dietitian, nutritionist or naturopath may even have you on a low FODMAP diet. Let's...

November 23, 2017

A day of wellness at Bancoora In

Bancoora In is a newly completed purpose-built retreat studio situated between Torquay and Barwon Heads. Local business owner of My Surf Coast Life Susie Seale...

November 23, 2017

The Barnes is in the building

Jimmy Barnes’ highly anticipated new memoir Working Class Man will be accompanied by a special national tour, with tickets released earlier this week. Working Class...

November 23, 2017

HIGH FIVE MAKE UP who’s who winners

Geelong Gallery director Jason Smith announced the five winners of the 2017 Who’s Who Portrait Prize last Friday. The winners were selected from more than...

November 23, 2017

Spring is on the dance floor

Due to overwhelming interest from the local community, the Anglesea Kindergarten is once again hosting the Anglesea and Aireys Inlet Community Spring Ball. After the...

November 23, 2017

Local team sees Success

The team at OPSM Waurn Ponds received prestigious national recognition from Luxottica, an international leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of eyewear. OPSM is...

November 23, 2017

No business like Show business

The Royal Geelong Show again brought all the fun of the fair to the Geelong Showgrounds last week. The region’s largest four-day show boasts...

November 23, 2017

BellBrae celebrates cup weekend

The Melbourne Cup weekend marks the beginning of the busy season at Bellbrae Estate. The weather and water are warming up, the footy’s over and...

November 23, 2017

Eyeing The Weekend – October 26, 2017

FRIDAY 27/10

Emotions Unmasked All Aboard Disability Support Services has an exhibition, Emotions Unmasked, being shown at the Surf Coast Art Space in Anglesea, located at...

November 23, 2017

John Butler trio on way to Leura

The John Butler Trio, one of Australia’s most recognised and accomplished roots rock bands, will be bringing their live show to the beautiful surrounds...