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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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March 27, 2019

MICHAELA BRAVES THE GREATEST SHAVE

Students at Bellarine Secondary College’s Ocean Grove campus took part in the World’s Greatest Shave recently by donating a dollar to have their hair...

March 27, 2019

Citizen scientists monitor Point Lonsdale sand movement

THE Point Lonsdale front beach is a highly valued section of foreshore where people walk, swim, surf, snorkel and relax on the pristine sand. Amid...

March 27, 2019

Port families benefit from more than $9,000 of generosity

PORTARLINGTON’S annual Christmas Gift Program donated more than $9,000 last year to ensure local families struggling during the festive season enjoyed Christmas. The Portarlington Business...

March 27, 2019

Triathlon swims, cycles and runs into Port

PORTARLINGTON recently hosted Race 5 of the 2XU Triathlon Series, which included an 800-metre swim, 26-kilometre cycle and 8-kilometre run. Hiraku Fukuoka took out the...

March 27, 2019

Lake clean-up proves a success

ST LEONARDS locals hope the attention from a successful clean-up at their lake at the weekend will draw in some love and attention from...

March 27, 2019

Loving and humble Anne celebrates 100th birthday

“You are our hero mum and we love you dearly” was the sentiment at Anne Pratt’s 100th birthday function last week. Anne celebrated her century...

March 20, 2019

Victorian artists go regional

Victorian artists have packed their bags for touring across the state and Australia, as Regional Arts Victoria's 2019 touring roster gets moving. Developed with artists and venues, and...

March 20, 2019

KAOS RETURNS TO ANGLESEA FOR A FUN-FILLED WEEKEND

Hundreds of children from the local area and beyond are expected to take to Anglesea during the April school holidays as the popular Kids Adventure Outdoors (KAOS) festival...

March 20, 2019

Meddick welcomes lake closure before duck season

MEMBER for Western Victoria Andy Meddick has welcomed the closure of one of Victoria’s lakes at the beginning of the state’s duck season. The Animal...

March 20, 2019

Ollie steps out as Good Friday Appeal ambassador

FOUR-year-old Oliver (Ollie) Wedding has been revealed as the face of this year’s Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. Ollie had the lower part of...

March 20, 2019

The Pierce Brothers turn heads at Aireys Inlet Open Mic

THE Aireys Inlet Open Mic Festival hosted its 12th instalment at the weekend, with The Pierce Brothers taking to the stage as the mystery...

March 20, 2019

Stuart Grimley to open up in Torquay

MEMBER for Western Victoria Stuart Grimley will be opening his Parliamentary office in Torquay within weeks.

The Victorian leader of Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party sat...

March 20, 2019

Boaters should lock in a buddy

A NEW campaign from Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is advising boaters and paddlers that they have a far better chance of rescue in an...

March 20, 2019

Play says it’s time to talk about suicide

GEELONG’S Sacred Heart College will next week host a free play and workshop exploring the topic of teenage suicide. Not-for-profit organisation The Parents Guides is...

March 20, 2019

Local mayors appointed to government advisory panel

THREE mayors from the Geelong region are among the latest 14 appointees to a panel that will provide high-level advice to the state government...

March 20, 2019

Geelong residents strike it lucky in lotto

TWO Geelong residents have struck it lucky at TattsLotto in the space of a fortnight, with their division one wins netting them more than...

March 20, 2019

Rudd captivates at Leura

TORQUAY-born Xavier Rudd captivated and connected with thousands of fans during his performance at Leura Park Estate on the weekend. Rudd took to the...

March 20, 2019

Highton childcare centre opens

FAMILIES in the Highton area are now enjoying a range of children’s services in a new centre jointly funded by the City of Greater Geelong...

March 20, 2019

IN BRIEF

Peter Murrihy appointed to TGGB board THE City of Greater Geelong council has appointed deputy mayor Peter Murrihy as its new representative on the board...

March 20, 2019

Drugs in the spotlight of coming school forum

MELBOURNE media identity Eileen Berry will present a parent guide to drugs at Drysdale’s St Ignatius College later this month. Drugs 101 is one of...

March 20, 2019

Water drops application for borefield water

BARWON Water has withdrawn its application to renew its licence to pull water from the Barwon Downs borefield for the moment, citing “concern and...

March 20, 2019

STUDENTS JUMP INTO YEAR 7 WITH FUN CAMP

MORE than 200 new Year 7 students at Bellarine Secondary College recently went on camp just outside Kyneton, which allowed them to get to...

March 20, 2019

Sustainable living the focus of upcoming event

THE countdown to the first Transition Towns Queenscliffe Sustainable Living Show is on. The Sustainable Living Show, designed to be a onestop shop for smart,...

March 20, 2019

Lions’ shed goes out with a roar

THE Lions Club of Portarlington Drysdale has raised more than $600 from its “closing the shed door” sale, which will be donated to local...