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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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July 14, 2022

Melbourne Career Expo is back, bigger and better

AUSTRALIA's largest career expo is back. The 2022 Melbourne Career Expo will be held from tomorrow (Friday, July 15) to Sunday, July 17 at the...

July 14, 2022

Emu tale goes from page to stage

Coming to Costa Hall from July 29-30, the award-winning Monkey Baa Theatre Company returns to Geelong to present a brand-new take on a much-loved...

July 14, 2022

Eating your way through a healthy pregnancy

With Epworth Geelong a healthy pregnancy means actively creating the best possible environment for you and your baby to rest, move, and grow in. Some of...

July 14, 2022

Final call : the best lots in Armstrong Creek are calling your name

JUST a handful of lots remain to be sold at Anchoridge, with the final land release now available for purchase. Occupying the most premium location...

July 11, 2022

Keep safe while staying warm this winter

The state government is reminding Victorians to keep safety at the forefront of their minds when using heating products such as hot water bottles,...

July 8, 2022

One in five homes sold for $1m or more

A record number of Australians spent $1 million or more to secure a home in the past year, CoreLogic's annual Million Dollar Markets report...

July 7, 2022

Exhibition captures the six Wadawurrung seasons

EXPERIENCE Wadawurrung Dja (Country) through the art of proud Wadawurrung woman, emerging elder, cultural educator, and award-winning visual artist Dr Deanne Gilson. The National Wool...

July 7, 2022

Enjoy seasonal delights at Echuca Moama

ECHUCA Moama is well known as a summer holiday destination – warm days by the river, swimming, skiing, taking the boat out, and having...

July 7, 2022

Follow ancient footsteps in the sand at Bells Beach

GENERATIONS of surfers have long been drawn to the limestone cliffs at Bells Beach overlooking the Southern Ocean swell, but it's not just the...

July 7, 2022

The Winter Blues are back

AFTER two years of COVID cancellations, Echuca Moama’s legendary Winter Blues Festival is back in 2022, bringing some of Australia’s best blues and roots...

July 7, 2022

Experience the delights at Little Creatures

LITTLE Creatures Geelong is a bit like Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory… but for beer. The venue is the true brewery village experience with a bustling...

July 3, 2022

Tate classics light up

See art in a new light this winter in an Australia-exclusive exhibition curated by UK gallery Tate now on show at ACMI. Light: Works from...

June 30, 2022

Shed to host dance, cabaret, tributes and mystery

DANCE, cabaret, tributes to the greats, mysteries of days gone by and a World Tour of Australia are just some of the treasures on...

June 30, 2022

Monster waves on screen at ANSM

THE Australian National Surfing Museum is proud to announce a Torquay screening of the international award-winning documentary Facing Monsters: a feature-length film that digs...

June 30, 2022

Investing in shares – winning by not losing

Share markets have endured a tumultuous start to the year, with the war in Ukraine, lockdowns in China and inflation anxieties relegating COVID-19 news...

June 30, 2022

Bringing retirement villages to the community

There can't be many independent living villages where the chief executive officer and his family play Easter bunny each year and deliver eggs to...

June 30, 2022

Resort-style living at Bellarine Lakes

Bellarine Lakes Country Club continues to attract overwhelming interest in its thriving community. Located close to the beach and only seven kilometers from Geelong CBD,...

June 30, 2022

Free kids ferry rides this school holidays

PORT Phillip Ferries is encouraging local families to put their feet up and enjoy the ride across the bay this school holidays, offering free...

June 30, 2022

Helping locals stay at home

Many people want to continue living at home for as long as possible, and there are lots of benefits that come with maintaining independence...

June 30, 2022

Building community preparedness

StandBy Support After Suicide is a community-based program dedicated to supporting people and communities across Australia bereaved or affected by suicide. The name reflects the...

June 30, 2022

Campaign to counter negative attitudes to ageing

The Barwon Elder Abuse Primary Prevention Network, led by Barwon Community Legal Centre and in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, have launched...

June 29, 2022

Nominations open for Senior of the Year Awards

THE state government is encouraging Victorians to recognise and celebrate the community contributions made by seniors by nominating them for Victorian Senior of the...

June 26, 2022

Drayton honoured for firefighting expertise

WALLINGTON Fire Brigade's Alistair Drayton is one of four CFA members to receive the highest honour for Australian fire services in this year's Queen's...

June 23, 2022

A healthy and holistic approach: Pet Botanica

Pet Botanica aims to deliver a more healthy and holistic approach to pet care. Krystal founded the business after wishing there was a pet brand...