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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May 15, 2023

Labor talks up support measures in Federal Budget

GEELONG's federal Labor MPs say the benefits of the 2023/24 Federal Budget will be widespread and will ease cost of living pressures for many...

May 15, 2023

Department of Health report finds no evidence of cancer cluster

ANOTHER government report has found no definitive evidence to explain a cluster of cancer cases in the Barwon Heads area. The conclusion is part of...

May 14, 2023

City’s roads and infrastructure funding topped up

THERE is more than a million extra dollars being added to the City of Greater Geelong's allocation in the latest round of the Local...

May 14, 2023

New Gateways CEO starts work

THE new chief executive officer of Gateways Support Services has officially started in the role. Rohan Braddy, who was appointed in mid-February, is well known...

May 14, 2023

State inquiry seeks feedback on road users’ behaviour

A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry into how road safety behaviours have changed during and after the COVID-19 pandemic is seeking more public feedback. Bellarine MP Alison Marchant,...

May 13, 2023

Trial to explore cannabis’ relief to endometriosis pain

Researchers from Deakin University are exploring the potential of medicinal cannabis to manage pain experienced by those with endometriosis. The EndoCannED trial will look at...

May 13, 2023

Events to nurture the mind, body and soul

Geelong Regional Libraries are helping the community invest in themselves with a series of "Mind, Body and Soul" events this month. Open to the public,...

May 12, 2023

Local footy hits SEN on The Warm Up

SEN in collaboration with Times News Group has launched a new show that is bringing the best of local footy to the airwaves. Sports broadcaster...

May 11, 2023

2023 Geelong Business Excellence Awards launched

THE search for Geelong's best and brighest businesses has begun again, with entries officially opening to this year's LBW Business + Wealth Advisors Geelong...

May 6, 2023

Bowen urges all-in effort to reach 2030 emissions target

FEDERAL Energy and Climate Change Minister Chris Bowen says Australia has only 80 months to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions so it can meet...

May 6, 2023

Employment organisations sought to find Games builders

EMPLOYMENT suppliers and Group Training Organisations (GTOs) have been invited to help find the staff to build the villages and venues in Geelong and...

May 6, 2023

Enabling the next generation of leaders

YOUNG women and non-binary people with disability are having a significant impact locally, nationally and globally through action, activism and education. People such as environmental...

May 5, 2023

Impeccable design with superior upgrades

Brilliantly designed and impeccably presented, this stunning home offers class, style and low-maintenance, convenient living in the ever-popular Mount Duneed. Indulge in luxury living with...

May 5, 2023

Warm start for Cottage by the Sea fundraiser

COTTAGE by the Sea helped stave off the coming cold of the changing seasons with its first Winter Warmers breakfast. Held in the Captains' Room...

May 3, 2023

Barwon Heads 13th Beach SLSC clubhouse opens

THE Barwon Heads 13th Beach Surf Life Saving Club has officially opened its newly refurbished clubhouse. Barwon Heads 13th Beach LSC president Matthew Burke and...

May 2, 2023

Call for a long-term solution to Long COVID

Lung Foundation Australia (LFA) has warned the community to not be complacent about the risk of COVID-19 infections or reinfections as the winter flu...

May 2, 2023

Mermaids make a splash at Cottage by the Sea

THE Mermaids swimming group has made an impression at children's charity Cottage by the Sea in Queenscliff. Comprising women from the Bellarine Peninsula who swim...

May 2, 2023

Clinic to treat endo and pelvic pain patients

A HEALTH provider in Belmont will be upgraded to include a specialist centre for endometriosis and pelvic pain through federal government support. The clinic at...

May 1, 2023

VEC seeks explanation from non-voters

NEARLY 300,000 Victorians who appear to have failed to vote in the last year's state election will have an opportunity to explain why they...

April 29, 2023

Dispelling myths and stopping the violence

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to honour the voices and experiences of those affected by sexual assault, raise awareness and educate...

April 28, 2023

Disco for fundraiser at BAIE Wines

Bellarine Peninsula producer BAIE Wines has launched a new masterclass pairing wine appreciation with a disco theme in support of an important cause. The family-owned...

April 27, 2023

Planned burn season begins

WITH fire restrictions easing or about to ease in some parts of Victoria and calm autumn conditions, hundreds of private resident burn-offs, agricultural burns...

April 27, 2023

Mental health should be measured, says Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue is urging mental health and mental wellbeing to feature strongly in the federal government's new framework of understanding how people's lives are...

April 26, 2023

Sharing stories and voices from the edge in Queenscliff

The Sacrededge Festival will return for another weekend of diversity and inclusion next month, and at least one presenter is very keen to be...