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 24, 2019

Chefs seek common ground in Freshwater Creek

A NEW cafe and event space in Freshwater Creek will see Melbourne chefs plant, harvest and collect seasonal, organic produce for use in their...

July 24, 2019

Sod turned on Epworth cancer centre

A NEW $2.8 million cancer treatment centre is coming to Epworth Geelong, and the six-month build is expected to create more than 80 jobs. The...

July 24, 2019

Bears’ Brock Wells heads to US to advance his baseball

BROCK Wells will play his last game for the Bellarine Bears this Saturday before heading to the USA next week to advance his baseball...

July 24, 2019

Volunteers sought to brighten the lives of older people

THE Red Cross is looking for volunteers from Leopold, Point Lonsdale and Ocean Grove to brighten the lives of older people experiencing isolation and...

July 24, 2019

Clifton Springs boardwalk design under way

THE Springs Dell Boardwalk project is now in its detailed design phase, with completed drawings expected in the next couple of months. The project, which...

July 24, 2019

Community forum to focus on planning issues next week

PLANNING issues relating to or affecting Ocean Grove will be the focus of a community forum next week. Representatives from the Department of Environment, Land,...

July 24, 2019

Be there to learn about B Corporations

PATAGONIA, along with B Corp, Mast Lawyers and Cherished Pets, are hosting a free community event at their Torquay store as part of next...

July 24, 2019

Have your say on how to strengthen local tourism

COMMUNITIES across the Bellarine are invited to have their say on the future of tourism, following the release of the Andrews Labor Government’s Regional...

July 24, 2019

Plant a tree this weekend to save the environment

PLANET Ark says research has found 70 percent of Australians believe individual actions can have an impact on global environmental issues such as climate...

July 24, 2019

IN BRIEF

Join the road safety conversation WHAT would make driving, riding and walking in the Bellarine safer for everyone at any time of the year? Join...

July 24, 2019

Breakfast program keeps kids’ tanks full for learning

A GROUP of students at Clifton Springs Primary School launched a breakfast program last week to make sure their fellow peers’ tanks were full...

July 24, 2019

Anglesea shopping centre spruced up

THE Anglesea Shopping Centre is being spruced up with new paving, trees and seating. The Surf Coast Shire has replaced old and broken tiles with...

July 24, 2019

Derryn Hinch drops by as Grimley opens office

TORQUAY is now home to the office of a state MP for the first time, with Member for Western Victoria Stuart Grimley officially opening...

July 17, 2019

Bring the outside inside for winter

With the cold weather here, we’re spending less and less time outside. And while there’s something cozy about curling up on the couch beside an...

July 17, 2019

SHRINKING DAYS ON MARKET SHOWS DEMAND

The Real Estate Institute of Victoria’s (REIV) latest days on market analysis shows that the Ballarat region is hot property, with listings lasting just...

July 17, 2019

Anglesea – A Surf Coast tennis gem

THEY are certainly doing something right at Anglesea Tennis Club, one of the 50 top clubs in Victoria, membership-wise, with a court and clubhouse...

July 17, 2019

Local surfers join line-up to represent Victoria

SURFING Victoria has announced the members of Team Victoria that will represent the state at the SAE Group Australian Surf Championships in Tweed Heads...

July 17, 2019

The Plumbing Business servicing the Surf Coast

THE Plumbing Business (TPB) has been servicing the Surf Coast and surrounds for the past 12 months and is family-owned and operated by Bart...

July 17, 2019

Art of craft ON SHOW THIS WEEKEND

Creative minds are invited to experience the joy of paper crafting this weekend across two days of artistry at the Vines Road Community Centre. Paper...

July 17, 2019

EYEING THE WEEKEND

FRIDAY 19/7 FOUR WOMEN, ONE HELL OF A STORY Multi-award-winning musical play The Sapphires will grace the stage at The Potato Shed across two big nights...

July 17, 2019

Rock around the Christmas cheer at Basils this July

THE TEAM at Basils Farm are gearing up to host a Christmas in July week from July 24. The mid-year festive celebration has been inspired...

July 17, 2019

Leopold reserve to be officially named in honour of late Fred Cook

A LEOPOLD reserve will be officially named after a keen environmentalist who was instrumental in the revegetation and improvement of community facilities along the...

July 17, 2019

More weekend buses to and from the Bellarine

BUS users are celebrating after news earlier this week that new weekend services to and from the Bellarine and rescheduled timetables would roll out...

July 17, 2019

Anglesea Men’s Shed gets a hand from the bank

COMMONWEALTH Bank Anglesea branch employees have donated $500 to the Anglesea Men’s Shed as part of a nationwide community donation program. Over the next few...