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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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December 26, 2018

Kite fest soars to new heights

ORGANISERS of the Surf Coast Kite Festival held another successful festival on December 15, with hundreds of people turning out to the event. Not only...

December 26, 2018

Work starts on Kids Plus Foundation’s new home

CONSTRUCTION is underway at the new home for the Kids Plus Foundation (KPF) in Waurn Ponds. orangamite federal member Sarah Henderson and KPF chief executive...

December 26, 2018

Renegades play, and host Family Fun Day

THE Melbourne Renegades hosted their annual Family Day at the Geelong Cricket Ground in mid-December, with the men’s team playing a practice match and...

December 26, 2018

Twilight bowling helps out farmers

THE Anglesea Bowling Club’s Twilight Social League has raised $1,014 to aid farmers struggling through the severe drought conditions in parts of Australia. A charity...

December 26, 2018

Library to start new year with new toys

CHRISTMAS came early this month for the Ocean Grove Toy Library (OGTL) with a $2,000 grant to purchase new toys. The toy library received a...

December 26, 2018

Rosco spreads Christmas cheer at Arcare

ROSCO, a beautiful Scottish pony, got everyone into the festive spirit recently by spreading a little bit of Christmas cheer at Arcare Point Lonsdale. Dressed...

December 26, 2018

Banding together for the red-capped plover

BELLARINE Bayside, Birdlife Australia and passionate local volunteers have joined forces to complete the first-ever round of banding on the northern Bellarine for monitoring...

December 26, 2018

Bring warmth to your interiors with solid timber cabinetry

TIMBER is a material like no other whose warmth creates a sense of luxury, comfort and home. Each stick is unique, with the grain patterns,...

December 26, 2018

Container wall built near Lorne to protect Great Ocean Road

A TEMPORARY wall of containers has been installed along the Great Ocean Road near Lorne this summer to prevent rock falls or landslips impacting...

December 26, 2018

Dog owners don’t follow the rules on beaches

A STUDY has found Victoria’s laws for dogs on beaches are failing, with as many as eight in 10 people disobeying the rules in...

December 26, 2018

Sand sculptures to focus on contest’s milestone

THE Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House will hold its 21st Sand Sculpture Contest in January, and contestants are invited to create sculptures that celebrate the milestone. The...

December 26, 2018

Surf Coast senior students awarded

SENIOR students at Surf Coast Secondary College wrapped up their year last week at their awards presentation evening, held in the school’s gymnasium. The awards...

December 26, 2018

Dog owners granted more off-leash areas

LOCAL dog owners now have 21 extra places to exercise their pets off-leash. This comes after the new Dog Controls in Public Places Policy was...

December 26, 2018

Get booked up at Drysdale sale

ST James’ huge Secondhand Book Sale in Drysdale is on again at the beginning of January, promising an excellent selection of good quality books. As...

December 26, 2018

Eclectics showcase the picturesque places they live

THE Eclectics annual show, which starts this weekend, will feature pieces inspired by the picturesque little seaside villages the artists live in on the Bellarine. Diane...

December 26, 2018

NEW YEAR, Witches fly into Port for monthly market

PORTARLINGTON is a vibrant blend of long-time locals, sea changers and new families. The thing that binds them together, aside from the stunning views and...

December 26, 2018

St Leonards committee celebrates win for town

MEMBERS of the St Leonards Beautification Committee are celebrating a win towards making their town look more cared for. The group received word from the...

December 26, 2018

FESTIVAL MUSSELS FUNDING INTO SCHOOL

The Portarlington Mussel Festival committee has continued its commitment to the Bellarine community with a donation to Portarlington Primary School. The mussel festival has...

December 26, 2018

Traffic controllers start work at Barwon Heads crossing

TRAFFIC controllers began staffing a pedestrian crossing in Barwon Heads on Christmas Eve in a bid to improve travel times and decongest roads. The traffic...

December 21, 2018

360Q to host Taste of Bellarine event next week

A VERY aptly titled “Taste of Bellarine” event will be hosted by 360Q Queenscliff next Friday. It will be an epicurean adventure that’s bound to satisfy...

December 19, 2018

Home loan demand bounces back

Home loan demand rose in October, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) following two months of decline. The latest Housing Finance data from the...

December 19, 2018

VICTORIA STILL TOPS THE HOUSING SCORECARD

The strength of new home building in Victoria has once again kept it ahead of New South Wales as the number one state, according...

December 19, 2018

Historic Home in Central Portarlington

118 NEWCOMBE STREET, PORTARLINGTON LIFESTYLE REAL ESTATE HOME Thursday 20 December 2018 Originally built in the 1870’s this beautiful residence boasts charm, character and a unique...

December 19, 2018

Kite-Surf World Tour champions ride the Torquay winds

THE best kitesurfers in the world were crowned on the Surf Coast at the weekend in the final stage of this year’s GKA Kite-Surf...