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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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November 28, 2018

That’s a wrap for the North Bellarine Film Festival

THE red carpet has been rolled up and the North Bellarine Film Festival is over for another year. Film buffs from across the Bellarine, Geelong...

November 28, 2018

Baby dolphins spotted in the Bay

BABY dolphins have arrived in Port Phillip Bay to the delight of a local tour company. Queenscliff tour operator Sea All Dolphin Swims have been...

November 28, 2018

Street library opens world of books for residents

ARCARE Portarlington residents have celebrated the opening of a street library they built, with the help of the St Leonards Men’s Shed. Located out the...

November 28, 2018

Chamber promises Geelong’s biggest business Christmas party

THE Geelong Chamber of Commerce is hosting what it is calling Geelong’s Biggest Business Christmas Party ever next month. Inspired by the success of their...

November 28, 2018

QMF rocks through another year

THOUSANDS of festival-goers converged on Queenscliff at the weekend for the 22nd annual Queenscliff Music Festival. Organisers said it was so wonderful to see lots...

November 28, 2018

Surf Coast Localised grows in numbers

THE Surf Coast branch of Localised has attracted more than 260 local businesses since its launch in August. Localised brings together local suppliers and local...

November 28, 2018

Poll reveals public’s hopes and fears about the next state government

A SNAP poll conducted in the lead-up to the state election has revealed the cynicism of voters of all political persuasions about the next...

November 28, 2018

Fire Danger Period begins for four municipalities

THE Fire Danger Period for the 2018/19 summer has begun for the Surf Coast Shire, Borough of Queenscliffe, City of Greater Geelong and Golden...

November 28, 2018

See some display homes at Christmastime in the Quay

IN CELEBRATION of the holiday season, QUAY2’s display village on Rosser Boulevard will transform into an action-packed evening of live music, food trucks and...

November 28, 2018

A Super Christmas in Aireys Inlet

THIS year’s holiday cheer in Aireys Inlet will be sure to delight superhero fans. The annual community carols will centre the nativity story but with...

November 28, 2018

Australian boats sign up for Transpac race in Geelong

A PAIR of new Australian-owned Transpac 52s will make for a thrilling battle in the Rating Series at next year’s Festival of Sails in...

November 28, 2018

Geelong and The Bellarine win big at state tourism awards

TOURISM Greater Geelong and The Bellarine have come home with a trifecta of awards from the prestigious RACV Victorian Tourism Awards held last week. Held...

November 28, 2018

Shire workshop marks White Ribbon Day

THE Surf Coast Shire Council marked White Ribbon Day last week with a breakfast and workshop raising awareness of factors which might influence men’s...

November 28, 2018

G21 prioritises health & wellbeing

Supporting good health, wellbeing and an active lifestyle among people living across Geelong and the G21 region is a high priority for G21. While G21’s long-term...

November 28, 2018

Estuaries get legal protection

THE Humane Society is praising the recent legal protection of a number of estuaries on Victoria’s coast, including several in the Geelong region. Earlier this...

November 28, 2018

Millie makes generous donation to support the coast

MILLIE Cust, 9, is dedicated to looking after the environment and has generously donated $250 to Ocean Grove Coastcare. The Ballarat youngster is very interested...

November 28, 2018

Mayor Merriman ready to get on with the job

THE Borough of Queenscliffe’s newly elected mayor has highlighted the importance of achieving a number of key projects as critical activities for council. Cr Bob Merriman...

November 28, 2018

Successful recipients share in more than $28,300

A COMMUNITY organisation dedicated to supporting the growth and enhancement of Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff has handed out more than $28,300 in grants and...

November 28, 2018

Another successful drive for Team Monica Hayes

PORTARLINGTON-based entry “Team Monica Hayes” has raised a record amount in this year’s recent Daniher’s Drive. Local identity Monica Hayes succumbed to the fatal and...

November 28, 2018

Anglesea community discusses its bushfire plan

THE Anglesea community has been urged to be self-sufficient and to have more than one plan about what to do when a natural disaster...

November 28, 2018

Anglesea’s Men’s Shed welcomes federal grant

THE Anglesea and District Men’s Shed have welcomed a $10,000 grant from the federal government, and will use the funding to further improve their...

November 28, 2018

Art prints galore arrive in Grove

MORE than 2,000 trendy art prints delivered by three semi-trailers have rolled into the old fire station in Ocean Grove. Ocean Grove Home Hardware owner...

November 28, 2018

Christmas trees on sale from this weekend, scout’s honour

THE Ocean Grove Scout Group has experienced an increase in pre-order sales for their Christmas trees compared to the same time last year. The scout...

November 28, 2018

Edmanson wins golf championship for second time

PORTARLINGTON Golf Club’s six-time club champion and local Jenny Edmanson took out the SWGA Championship event in Colac last week. Edmanson won the 27-hole event,...