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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February 4, 2026

Data shows regional Victorians hardest hit by melanomas

PEOPLE living in regional Victoria are more likely to be diagnosed with and die from melanoma than people living in our state’s major cities,...

February 4, 2026

Anthony leads Aussie charge for gold

WITH 10 genuine medal chances, Australia has the "breadth and depth" to surpass its previous best Winter Olympics tally in Milan-Cortina, says team chef...

February 3, 2026

Inspectorate checking child employment in hospitality

WORKFORCE Inspectorate Victoria (WIV) is running inspections at hospitality venues- including restaurants, cafés and fast-food outlets - across the state during the summer school...

February 2, 2026

Repair Cafe Bellarine back on the tools in 2026

THE Bellarine Repair Cafe is back in 2026, and will hold its first session next month. Friendly volunteer repairers will be ready to fix items...

January 29, 2026

Climate forum fills up, looks to expand

PLACES are full at an event organised by Clifton Springs Curlewis Coastcare and Geelong Sustainability next month about how climate change may affect the...

January 29, 2026

Riders gear up for Cadel’s race

YOU may have spotted some of the world's best cyclists on local roads this week as teams warm up for the major events in...

January 27, 2026

National solar panel recycling pilot welcomed

ENVIRONMENTAL advocates have welcomed the federal government's introduction of a national pilot to recycle solar panels. Australia leads the world in rooftop solar uptake, with...

January 26, 2026

Major tennis facility slated for Geelong under state blueprint

A MAJOR tennis facility capable of supporting more than 30,000 players from across the southwest and hosting international events is slated to be built...

January 21, 2026

Bendigo Bank launches bushfire appeal

BENDIGO Bank has launched a public appeal in response to the several devastating fires affecting multiple communities in Victoria. The appeal, launched on Monday this...

January 21, 2026

Thousands reach out for cancer help

THERE continues to be demand for cancer support services from across Victoria, with Cancer Council Victoria's team of experienced nurses responding to 10,614 enquiries...

January 21, 2026

Probus Club of Ocean Grove-Surfside to celebrate 25th anniversary

THE Probus Club of Ocean Grove-Surfside is getting ready to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Members and guests will gather for fun and friendship at a...

January 20, 2026

Four new kinders to open for Term 1

FOUR new kindergartens across the Geelong region will open their doors for Term 1 this year, and registrations are being accepted at all of...

January 17, 2026

HIA anticipates a year of housing recovery

AUSTRALIA'S home building industry is expected to strengthen through this year, supported by gradually improving building approvals and a recovery in demand. However, the Housing...

December 31, 2025

How Australians can stay healthier for longer

THERE is an average 12-year gap between an Australian's lifespan and the health span that will reshape how they experience ageing, from the jobs...

December 30, 2025

Toolkit helps Australians manage money, support mental health

WITH the festive season in full swing and cost-of-living pressures continuing to affect households across the country, Beyond Blue and Financial Counselling Australia have...

December 30, 2025

A feast close to home: Melbourne Food & Wine Festival showcases Geelong producers

THE program for next year's Melbourne Food & Wine Festival has been released, but Geelong locals will not have to make the trip up...

December 26, 2025

First sod turned on $14.5m Drysdale sports boost

WORKS on stage two of the Drysdale Sports Precinct will start soon, with the ceremonial first sod turned on the project earlier this month. The...

December 26, 2025

City’s CEO reflects on 2025

AS 2025 draws to a close, it is worth taking a moment to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year of collaboration and...

December 25, 2025

Surf Coast Classic joins UCI ProSeries

THE opening events in the next edition of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) has been upgraded in status and is now...

December 22, 2025

Land rezoned to allow homemaker centre in Leopold

THE City of Greater Geelong is proposing to rezone land in Leopold to create a new homemaker centre featuring a Harvey Norman store. At their...

December 19, 2025

Looking back on a memorable 2025

AS THE year draws to a close, I have been thinking about the many things that made 2025 such a memorable one for our...

December 17, 2025

V/Line urges planning on extremely hot days

WITH the arrival of summer, passengers travelling on the V/Line network to and from Geelong as well as across Victoria are being encouraged to...

December 17, 2025

Beware of locking kids or pets in cars

RACV says it has responded to more than 1,100 lockout emergencies across Victoria since January, and is urging drivers to keep their keys close...

December 15, 2025

Increases to ESVF levy frozen

VICTORIAN ratepayers will not experience a hike to the contentious Emergency Services Volunteers Fund (ESVF), with the Victorian government pausing increases to the levy...