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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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February 27, 2019

Hard waste bookings open soon

A BOOK-IN hard waste collection trial will soon begin across Greater Geelong. From April 1, residents will be able to have their bulky household items...

February 27, 2019

Ocean Grove leads junior title race following Lorne event

OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club leads the overall point race at the 2019 Junior Lifesaving Championships, after competition in Lorne at the weekend. Points...

February 27, 2019

Riders go on an odyssey in Forrest

BRENDAN Johnston claimed his first Otway Odyssey MTB Marathon in his debut at the event, held in Forrest on Saturday. Johnston was lightning quick, setting...

February 27, 2019

IN BRIEF

Part of Cape Otway Road to close for three weeks CAPE Otway Road will be closed at Modewarre for three weeks during March for strengthening...

February 27, 2019

Graduates look towards healthy futures

MORE than 20 future leaders have successfully graduated from the Bellarine Healthy Futures Leadership program. The program, run by Bellarine Community Health and funded through the...

February 27, 2019

Golf day raises more than $17,000 for men’s health

THE 11th EJ Whitten Charity Golf Day at Portarlington Golf Club has raised more tha $17,000 for men’s health. Proudly supported by The Drain Man,...

February 27, 2019

Lions host closing down sale with a roar

THE Lions Club of Portarlington Drysdale will shut its Op-Shed door next month so members can focus on their monthly market. Over the years, the...

February 27, 2019

IN BRIEF

Zone in force to help hoodie twins TWO Hooded Plover chicks have hatched on 13th Beach between beach access tracks 30W (‘the Hole’) and 31W...

February 27, 2019

Sweet fairs to delight young and old

WALLINGTON Primary School will host its 35th Wallington Strawberry Fair this weekend, which is set to delight both young and old. Families of the school...

February 20, 2019

Le Maistre Masterpiece

91 ORTON STREET, OCEAN GROVE Superbly positioned, this elevated double block in the heart of Ocean Grove has been transformed into a masterpiece of coastal...

February 20, 2019

Getting creative with landscape design

I have been landscaping for many years and when a client comes to me with a blank space it lights up the creative side...

February 20, 2019

Go to the next level with Hudson Ridge

AT Hudson Ridge Builders, they create homes that they and their clients are proud to call a Hudson Ridge Build. See the new Nevada display...

February 20, 2019

Turn display into reality with Long Island Homes

After taking the virtual tour through The Tallai by Long Island Homes, it’s no wonder it won the Master Builders Association of Victoria (MBAV)...

February 20, 2019

It’s writtenin the stars

The latest in double-storey living by Welsh Homes has just landed and the feedback has been ‘cosmic’. Designed in response to customer requirements, and working...

February 20, 2019

Modernise your interiors with Metricon

Conventional coastal home interiors often fit the cliché – a colour palette of white and blue, cane accessories, shell-adorned mirrors and a sprinkling of nautical...

February 20, 2019

History repeats with Avant Townhomes

Townhomes have been a popular housing option since the 18th century, often built as the city residence of a wealthy family who would move in...

February 20, 2019

AMERICA’S FINEST CRAFTMANSHIP HITS THE BELLARINE

Prestige Fans, an Australianowned company that has been wholesaling American ceiling fan brands Hunter and Atlas to Australia and New Zealand for 11 years,...

February 20, 2019

FROM THE mat TORQUAY BOWLS CLUB

THE Torquay Bowls Club has had a few BIG changes over the past few weeks bringing a new and exciting vibe to the club....

February 20, 2019

A big weekend for TBC

A BUSY and successful weekend has been completed by Torquay Boardriders Club (TBC) with a team of our members representing us at the Nudie...

February 20, 2019

Coastal power combination

COASTAL Outdoor Constructions has combined forces with Coastal Landscaping and are now your one-stop service for all your outdoor and landscaping needs, under the...

February 20, 2019

CARRIAGES TO DRIVE THROUGH the weekend

A combined equestrian carriage driving event will be hosted by Inverleigh’s Geelong and District Carriage Drivers this weekend at Victoria Park. Around 30 horses will...

February 20, 2019

Carry a beacon when boating

THIS month, Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is sharing the message that boaters and paddlers need to carry a distress beacon, so they can raise...

February 20, 2019

Lonsdale’s Aussie Open Spectacular!

OKAY, it wasn’t Melbourne Park and no sign of Serena or Roger, but Point Lonsdale Tennis Club’s third annual “Fanatical Oz Open” was just...

February 20, 2019

Midweek resumes!

THE new season of ladies midweek began on Tuesday, February 5, with 11 grades of players competing, right across the Greater Geelong area, from...