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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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January 2, 2019

Blitz Golf promises an action packed day for all ages

BLITZ Golf is expected to attract some of the best male and female golfing talent to Curlewis Golf Club tomorrow (Friday, January 4). Described as...

January 2, 2019

Volunteers drive strongly at mussel fest

SINCE 2011, volunteers have made sure locals and visitors enjoy the Portarlington Mussel Festival through a free bus service. Portarlington Mussel Festival President Richard Underwood...

January 2, 2019

READY TO BLITZ – Blitz Golf revolution tees off in Curlewis

BLITZ Golf is expected to attract some of the best male and female golfing talent to Curlewis Golf Club tomorrow (Friday). Described as the T20...

December 26, 2018

TORQUAY AGENT COMES OUT ON TOP

One Agency Torquay director Shaun O’Callaghan has just been acknowledged for his significant auction success, taking out the group’s Excellence in Auction Results award...

December 26, 2018

KC Treecare mulches old Christmas trees for Ocean Mind

EVERY year in January, we are confronted with wilted, dying Christmas trees as a sad reminder that Christmas is really over. At KC Treecare, we...

December 26, 2018

Eyeing the Weekend

FRIDAY 28/12 GET THE SPIEGELTENT EXPERIENCE Head to the Wonderland Spiegeltent at Barwon Heads and catch Bernie Dieter’s Little Death Club performance. Fresh from a smash...

December 26, 2018

Take extra care on the roads these holidays

REGIONAL Roads Victoria (RRV) is urging drivers to put safety first this holiday season and take extra care on the roads. RRV chief regional roads...

December 26, 2018

Festival of Sails announces entertainment line-up

PERFORMERS ranging from Australian music legends to a local X Factor favourite – are set to rock the Geelong waterfront this Australia Day long...

December 26, 2018

Out of the Ord: surfing pics published

WHEN Russell Ord first started taking pictures of his mates surfing using an old camera, he never imagined his life’s work would revolve around...

December 26, 2018

Colac Otway seeks feedback about traffic strategy

THE Colac Otway Shire is proposing changing the speed limits in some of its coastal and Otways towns in response to the rapid growth...

December 26, 2018

Ride public transport for free on NYE

PUBLIC transport on Christmas Day was free for Victorian travellers, and the state government will again offer free travel on New Year’s Eve. Travel on trains,...

December 26, 2018

Summer by the Sea returns next week

MORE than 300 free activities will be delivered during Summer by the Sea 2019, with bookings now open. The program runs from January 2-26 across...

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...