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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 6, 2018

Leopold’s new library opens its doors to the community

LEOPOLD’s new library opened its doors to the community on Monday, with more celebrations to come at a free Family Fun Day this weekend. Geelong...

December 5, 2018

Rory’s Rambles: Building a sustainable community

Sustainability in a new community is not just about water and energy. They’re very important factors, and as a developer you take them quite seriously, but...

December 5, 2018

A flexible alternative to property management

Own an investment property? The new era of Property Management is here. Living in the current financial climate, it’s really not the time to be paying for...

December 5, 2018

Birregurra

The size of Birregurra for ABS data collection purposes is approximately 126.4 square kilometres. The population of Birregurra in 2011 was 741 people and by...

December 5, 2018

FC Leopold appoints senior men’s coaches

PATRICK Carey will return as Leopold FC’s senior men’s coach for 2019, and will be joined by Mitchell Vials as co-coach. Patrick had a successful...

December 5, 2018

Local ninja warriors to take on world championships

Michelle “Flippy” Callanan and Alarna Haintz will put their strength to the test early next year when they take on the 2019 National Ninja...

December 5, 2018

Hairy men gather to raise funds and awareness

HUNDREDS of hairy men converged in Wallington last week for the 15th annual Movember “Gentlemen of Geelong” Lunch. From humble beginnings with a few blokes...

December 5, 2018

Space Ukes want to see member numbers soar

THE Space Ukes group believes in making music a fun and enjoyable experience, no matter what skill level you are. Space Ukes is a friendly...

December 5, 2018

Henderson announces listening tour

THE fallout from the Victorian state election continues, with Corangamite Liberal federal member Sarah Henderson announcing she will be holding a listening tour across...

December 5, 2018

Destination marketing wins tourism gong

BUSINESS Events Geelong was judged one of the winners at this year’s Victorian Tourism Awards, taking home gold in the Destination Marketing category. Sponsored by...

December 5, 2018

Rain highlights town’s need for repairs

ST Leonards Beautification Committee member Marie Reed has captured some pathway and pothole flooding after the Bellarine region experienced heavy rain last week. Ms Reed...

December 5, 2018

Sod turning at Kingston Village marks start of works

CONSTRUCTION of Ocean Grove’s new Kingston Village has started, with the state-of-the art shopping centre expected to open late next year. A sod turning recently...

December 5, 2018

Timberset home in Jan Juc open for viewing

TIMBERSET is inviting residents to view their latest home build in Jan Juc this month. Under a revamp by a father and son duo and their...

December 5, 2018

IN BRIEF

Campaign asks community to Dob in a Dealer GEELONG residents are being asked to help Crime Stoppers Victoria and the Victoria Police disrupt the manufacture and...

December 5, 2018

Anglesea drivers get wiser

OLDER drivers in Anglesea refreshed their skills at a course at Anglesea Community House last month. More than 20 people took part in the fourweek...

December 5, 2018

Book showcases surfing and mental health to help raise awareness

LOCAL Ian Duckworth has published a book about the history of surfing on the Bellarine and Surf Coast, which also aims to shine a...

December 5, 2018

ELLA program to expand into more schools

MORE of the youngest learners across the Geelong region will get the opportunity to learn a foreign language with an expansion to the Early Learning Languages...

December 5, 2018

Anglesea Lions run camp at Aireys Inlet

THE Anglesea Lions Club has again run its Indigenous Education Project Camp, inviting 40 students with an Indigenous background to Angahook Holiday Camp in...

December 5, 2018

Surf Coast Freemasons give generously

FREEMASONS along the Surf Coast have again given generously as they marked their first official meeting in their new Torquay home. The Lodge of the...

December 5, 2018

Toyworld’s Top 10 toys this Christmas

1. LEGO The most well-known plastic bricks in the world are coming in hot this festive season, taking the top spot on Toyworld’s 2018 Christmas...

December 5, 2018

Torquay Music brings the beat at Bar 61

ON SUNDAY November 25, Torquay Music returned to Boardriders Bar 61 to perform their end of year concert. With roughly 40 local school-aged children performing...

December 5, 2018

Guild grows great grass

THE best grass on the Surf Coast was on show over the weekend at the judging of the annual Jan Juc Grass Growers Guild...

December 5, 2018

The Dress Up Place needs help

GEELONG’S largest costume hire operator, which is staffed entirely by volunteers, is facing closure if it can’t garner support for its valuable community service. The...

December 5, 2018

IN BRIEF

Whale carcass removed THE Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) has exhumed and removed a humpback whale carcass that was buried at Collendina...