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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 22, 2019

Hooded Plover mural brightens up Ocean Grove car park

A COLOURFUL mural with a message has brightened up the Ocean Grove shopping centre car park. Painted by local Bellarine artist Alex Kineen, the hooded...

May 22, 2019

Midwinter Words is back

MIDWINTER Words, Portarlington’s annual literary weekend, returns in July with three days of activities featuring well known Australian poet, Julie Maclean. The event will be...

May 22, 2019

National Celtic Festival’s war against waste

THE National Celtic Festival (NCF) is leading the charge in event waste management this year through a large-scale Wash Against Waste initiative and the...

May 22, 2019

Repair Café launches in Port with great success

A REPAIR Café recently launched in Portarlington, with locals bringing in everything from toasters to broken stools. Tim Sheed lives on the Bellarine, is an...

May 22, 2019

Open houses on Bellarine distinctive areas to start in June

COMMUNITY engagement has started to declare Torquay, Jan-Juc and surrounds, and the Bellarine Peninsula communities as Distinctive Areas and Landscapes under the Planning and...

May 16, 2019

Metricon’s new cutting-edge Studio M Design Centre opens in Geelong

METRICON Homes is pleased to announce the recent opening of its new Studio M in Geelong. Located on Melbourne Road in North Geelong, Studio...

May 16, 2019

AVANT TOWNHOMES DISPLAY SUITE NOW OPEN AT QUAY 2

Fully furnished Avant Townhomes at Torquay are now open for public display 11am – 5pm, 7 days a week at Torquay’s popular Quay 2...

May 16, 2019

The palm tree theme continues at Seachange

Recent landscaping works at Seachange Estate in St Leonards has seen the installation of eight massive 13-metre-high Canary Island date palm trees down the...

May 15, 2019

EYEING THE WEEKEND

FRIDAY 17/5 MARK LANG AT NEW HALL Looking for something to do this Friday? The second instalment of Low Light Queenscliff is on every weekend until...

May 15, 2019

Thank you, Billy

Dear Billy, As a coach I’m trying to find the right words to write you, but I’m battling emotionally. I’m battling because, you are one of...

May 15, 2019

Mother’s Day at Torquay Football Club

THE Torquay Football Club (TFC) hosted a Mother’s Day function on Sunday May 12, with three of the club’s female teams taking the field...

May 15, 2019

Nature and community at Jan Juc Preschool’s heart

Embracing our environment and being part of the community are a major part of Jan Juc Preschool’s meaningful play-based kindergarten programs. Surrounded by gumtrees, the...

May 15, 2019

Explore and discover through play at TeLC

Experiencing new things, exploring their world, and encountering the joys and challenges of learning: these are the things our children do every day as...

May 15, 2019

A year of growth and opportunity at Lisieux

From humble beginnings in a former home on site at 90 South Beach Road, Lisieux Catholic Primary School has flourished as a learning community...

May 15, 2019

It’s harvest time at Ocean Grove Preschool

CHILDREN from the Whale Sharks group were involved in harvesting and preparing dishes from their spoils during Term One at Ocean Grove Preschool. They harvested...

May 15, 2019

Part of Lake Connewarre to reopen to duck hunting

Lake Connewarre near Geelong to duck hunting. The previously closed area of Lake Connewarre State Game Reserve, known as Hospital Swamps, reopened to duck hunting...

May 15, 2019

Geelong artist celebrated at Ocean Grove gallery

THE Hive Gallery in Ocean Grove welcomed Geelong artist Phillip Butters as part of its “Solo Artist Exhibition Program” at the weekend before last. Since...

May 15, 2019

Bellarine schools learn of funding pledges

PRIMARY schools in St Leonards and Clifton Springs will receive $50,000 each for projects if a Labor government is elected this weekend. Labor Candidate for...

May 15, 2019

Henderson pledges to reduce firm home buyers deposit

FIRST home buyers in Corangamite and the Greater Geelong region will receive a helping hand to get into the housing market through a new...

May 15, 2019

Sparkly afternoon raises $10,000 for BCNA

A SPARKLY Afternoon in Ocean Grove at the weekend raised an impressive $10,000 for the Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). The Pink Day organised by...

May 15, 2019

Efforts to preserve local heritage sites recognised

OUTSTANDING efforts to preserve our region’s heritage buildings, gardens and places of cultural significance were recognised at a ceremony last week. The 2019 Geelong Heritage...

May 15, 2019

Bellarine reps are off to London to see the Queen

LANDMARKS from the Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast will be viewed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at the world famous Chelsea Flower Show in...

May 15, 2019

Drysdale bypass works hit milestone

PROGRESS on the $117 million Drysdale bypass has reached a major milestone, with the completion of earthworks now allowing for work on the road...

May 15, 2019

Access for all: Pathways enhance Ocean Grove Nature Reserve

WORKS on an all abilities walking track at the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve are progressing thanks to funding secured through the Victorian Government’s Pick...