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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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October 25, 2018

WHAT’S ON AT ARMSTRONG: A day for Noah

Armstrong District Park will host a very special event this Saturday, October 27, to remember young Noah Kelley who recently passed away in his...

October 25, 2018

LUTHERAN COLLEGE ARTS SOIREE

Geelong Lutheran College is kicking off its 2018 Arts Soiree this Friday, October 26 from 5pm in its brand-new college gymnasium. This is a special...

October 25, 2018

How to be a good landlord

With the population of renters shifting away from the traditional younger generations to include families and older demographics, it is more important than ever...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Hero product sizzles at local business

The about barbeques & fireplaces team has always had barbeques as a hero product since day one. With our lifestyle and most people now preferring...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Seeing deeper for better eye health

Local optometrist Kirsten Bolton lives on the Surf Coast and loves taking care of the eyes of her community. Kirsten has been an optometrist for...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Planning the best holidays on The Bellarine

BGHoliday Rentals provides a comprehensive holiday accommodation booking service in Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove and around the Bellarine Peninsula. Our holiday rental properties include luxury...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: The “Sporties” has something for everyone

After undergoing a $2 million renovation, the Leopold Sportsmans Club is the place that has something for everyone. The “Sporties” has expanded to cater for...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Loan Mates can get you the best rate

De Witt & Cruz – LOAN MATES future-proofs your home loan and gets your finances sorted. With property market conditions changing and mortgage rates on...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE:Real Flame’s big sale on this weekend

Real Flame has been in Geelong for over 10 years. Since taking ownership, Stuart Glover has bought with him more than 20 years’ experience working...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Your gateway for professional maintenance

Gateway Automotive was established in 1999 at its existing site in Leopold. Director Paul Hayden has many longterm clientele to thank for his longevity and...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Personal training by the sea

Just In Time Personal Training expanded from Melbourne to service Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula in August 2017. In that time they have been inundated...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Building design firm has long list of satisfied customers

The Mike Higgins Building Design (MHBD) office was established in 2003 after Mike Higgins had worked for Queenscliff Architect Bill Reynolds for the preceding...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Motel brings family to Grove

Riverside Ocean Grove Motel and Cabins located on Wallington Road changed ownership in April 2017, bringing Elise, Michael and their four children to Ocean...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Big Swedish Store Run is your flat-pack specialist

Big Swedish Store Run owners Luke and Sarah Pastyn are proud to service all of regional Victoria. While based in Torquay, Big Swedish services areas...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Luxury hand-picked adventure getaways

Artisan Adventures loves experiencing all the great outdoors has to offer. The agency specialises in boutique adventure travel such as hiking or cycling trips, with...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Delivering superior security solutions

Standby Security are locally owned and operated security professionals – breaking away from an outdated industry that relies heavily on expensive, inefficient technology and monitoring. Established...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: New and exciting enterprise lands on the coast

Coastal Grain is a new and exciting enterprise to join the Surf Coast, offering you all things timber! Specialising in timber flooring, timber feature walls,...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Landmark transformation underway

A new era is dawning for the arts in Geelong and leading the charge is the city’s performing arts centre where a major redevelopment...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: McCartney contributes to the community

There is no doubt that McCartney Real Estate’s success has been achieved through hard work and constant communication together with getting outstanding results. A lot...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Dancing between abstract and realism

For the past 10 years, Heylie Morris has been the owner of Paragon Screen Printing, handprinting for more than 15 years during which she...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for Saltair

Torquay’s iconic Saltair Spa has been awarded a Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame accolade in recognition of their consistently high standards of service. The...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: EmbroidMe has become Fully Promoted Geelong

To be in line with becoming the one stop shop that can deliver a complete business promotion service to suit your brand and marketing...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Reclaim your space with Indeco

Indeco is an Australian-owned company that provides interior door systems, wardrobes, room dividers, furniture hardware and accessories. The range of products are European designed and...

October 25, 2018

BUSINESS EXCELLENCE: Supporting residents to live their fullest lives

Star of the Sea is a 96-bed aged care residence that is co-located with VMCH’s Star of the Sea Retirement Village. It uses the Montessori...