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 12, 2018

Lorne surf boats have big day at state titles

THE Lorne Surf Life Saving Club had a successful day at their home waves at the Victorian Surf Rowers League state titles earlier this month,...

December 12, 2018

Vic Open steps up again with new sponsor named at launch

THE popular and growing Vic Open will have ISPS Handa as its title sponsor for the next two years, with the announcement made at...

December 12, 2018

City announces community grants

COMMUNITY groups and organisations across Geelong will share in almost $1.12 million in funding as part of the first round of the City of...

December 12, 2018

Celebrate the Christmas spirit at 360Q

QUEENSCLIFF restaurant 360Q will host an evening of carol singing to celebrate the Christmas spirit. Participants are invited to attend “Carols by the Water” on...

December 12, 2018

Belles hooked on cycling the Bellarine

A SUPPORTIVE cycling group is giving women a wonderful way to explore the Bellarine while getting fitter and being connected with others and nature. Vicki...

December 12, 2018

PUPILS ENJOY COLOURFUL FUN IN THE SUN

PARENTS had their stain removers at the ready following Leopold Primary School’s Tough Colour Run last week. Pupils from grades prep to six took...

December 12, 2018

St Leonards residents welcome road repairs

REGIONAL Roads Victoria is working closely with the City of Greater Geelong on plans to improve an unsealed parking area on Murradoc Road at...

December 12, 2018

Mural set to make arcade a brighter, safer and more inviting space

DRYSDALE’S High Street arcade will receive a major makeover from the local community association. The Drysdale, Clifton Springs, Curlewis Association (DCSCA) and its Festival of...

December 12, 2018

New Seagulls coach looking for success in 2019

BARWON Heads Football Club’s newest coach says he is looking forward to an exciting but also challenging year ahead when he helps take the...

December 12, 2018

About 2,100 mattresses collected for recycling

THE City of Greater Geelong’s month-long mattress recycling offer has been a huge success, with 2,100 mattresses collected for recycling during November. The recycling initiative...

December 12, 2018

Families celebrate new library at fun day

FAMILIES of all ages turned out to celebrate the opening of the Leopold library at the weekend. Hundreds attended the free Family Fun Day on...

December 12, 2018

Ocean Grove carols delight young and old

THOUSANDS of locals packed into Ocean Grove Park at the weekend for the town’s much loved annual event, Carols in the Park. The event featured...

December 12, 2018

Enterprise loves giving out grants

TORQUAY Community Enterprise (TCE) has “the greatest job in town”, according to chair Magdalena Wheatland: “we give money away!” “Nobody else has such a good...

December 12, 2018

Port business community abuzz with Christmas spirit

THE Portarlington business community celebrated another successful year at their annual Christmas function last week. Members of the Portarlington Business Development Association and their guests...

December 12, 2018

Warralily wins prestigious state ward

A LEADING local housing development in Geelong took out two major awards at the 2018 Victorian Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) Awards for...

December 12, 2018

GOOD DEPOSIT – PBDA honours community bank branches

THE Portarlington and Drysdale Community Bank branches have injected more than $1.5 million back into their communities since launching. The Portarlington Business Development Association honoured...

December 6, 2018

Grove community to share the spirit of Christmas at carols

CHRISTMAS spirit will be alive and well in Ocean Grove this weekend when thousands of locals attend Carols in the Park. Held this Sunday December...

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...