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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 7, 2018

Election campaign launch attracts community support

MEMBER for Bellarine Lisa Neville recently launched her 2018 election campaign with support from communities across the Bellarine. Held at the Barwon Heads Football and...

November 7, 2018

Torquay RSL reaches out to younger veterans

TORQUAY RSL’s newest committee member,Stewart Pritchard, hopes to raise awareness of the contemporary needs of veterans, particularly younger veterans. He is especially passionate about work...

November 7, 2018

Memorial seats to be unveiled tomorrow

TO COMMEMORATE the 100th anniversary of the Armistice, Torquay RSL has donated two specially carved bench seats for installation at Fisherman’s Beach in Torquay. The...

November 7, 2018

Tee up to support local veterans

DRYSDALE RSL will hold its annual Remembrance Day Golf tournament at Clifton Springs Golf Club later this month. Now in its fifth year, the event...

November 7, 2018

Labor floats new policy for fishing enthusiasts

QUEENSCLIFF and Point Richards boat ramps will undergo upgrades as part of a new policy by the Labor government that will benefit local families...

November 7, 2018

Queenscliff projects share in $150,000

THE Queenscliff community and local traders are set to benefit from three local projects designed to attract more visitors. Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville announced...

November 7, 2018

Shire talks up its road management

THE Surf Coast Shire says its latest road nmanagement activity report shows high levels of achievement in meeting repair and inspection objectives. Councillors resolved to...

November 7, 2018

Coker pledges extra money for schools

THE state election might be on but federal Labor is making its own promises, pledging $15.2 million to schools in the Corangamite electorate if...

November 7, 2018

COAST GETS TOASTED AGAIN

Wine lovers enjoyed a weekend among the vines sampling some of the best drops of the Geelong region at this year’s Toast to the...

November 7, 2018

Afterglow brings flashy running fashion back

THE Surf Coast is once again set to glow, glitter and glam it up with the Black Diamond Afterglow Night Trail Run taking place...

November 7, 2018

Remembrance Day has a special significance in 2018

TO COMMEMORATE the centenary of the Armistice that ended World War I, the Bellarine will host a number of ceremonies this Sunday. Drysdale The ceremony for...

November 7, 2018

Seniors invited to serve up table tennis

MARCUS Hill is gearing up to become the senior’s table tennis hub on the Bellarine. A Keen-Agers recreational program for retirees is hosting the sport...

November 7, 2018

Queenscliff students take Melbourne by storm

ST ALOYSIUS Primary School pupils have enjoyed a wild ride in Melbourne – not just on the train but the whole Melbourne Water Kids...

November 7, 2018

Libs pledge $3 million to upgrade Our Lady Star of the Sea

AN elected Liberal Nationals Government will invest $3 million to upgrade Our Lady Star of the Sea Primary School in Ocean Grove. Liberal Candidate for...

November 7, 2018

LEST WE FORGET

Bellarine set to host Remembrance Day ceremonies and events THE Bellarine will host a number of Remembrance Day ceremonies this Sunday to commemorate the centenary...

November 1, 2018

Architects appointed for Wallington PS upgrade

COTTER Reid Architects has been appointed to design the $400,000 upgrade to Wallington Primary School. Bellarine MP Lisa Neville visited the school last week to...

November 1, 2018

Labor pledges ambulance commitments for the Bellarine

A RE-ELECTED Labor government will upgrade Ocean Grove Ambulance Station, deliver MICA officers to the Bellarine and fund 90 extra paramedics across the state. Bellarine...

November 1, 2018

COUNCILLOR COLUMN – November 1, 2018

Fast rail Council, with the Victorian government, has recently announced a huge body of work that has been done with an international consortium who specialise...

November 1, 2018

Relay raises almost $19,500 to help fight cancer

THE 2018 Bellarine Relay For Life has raised almost $19,500 for Cancer Council's research, prevention and support services. More than 140 participants took up the...

November 1, 2018

Community gives sailing a go at Port

CHILDREN and adults alike gave sailing a go as part of National Discover Sailing Day 2018 at Portarlington Sailing Club on Sunday. The aim of...

November 1, 2018

South Barwon candidates face the voters

CANDIDATES trying to win the state seat of South Barwon faced some of their voters at an election forum last month. Torquay Commerce and Tourism...

November 1, 2018

Liberals pledge to cut regional payroll tax

THE Liberal Nationals have pledged to cut the existing payroll tax rate of 2.425 per cent for qualifying businesses in regional Victoria to just...

November 1, 2018

Labor answers the call from Portarlington Neighbourhood House

PORTARLINGTON Neighbourhood House will receive $5237 to install an integrated telephone system and closed circuit wireless camera to monitor after hours access to the...

November 1, 2018

Bellarine SES is recruiting now

HAVE you ever thought about a future in volunteering? If so, now is your chance to make a difference and support your community with the...