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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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September 26, 2018

Are you retirement ready?

WITH ANDREW TORNEY FROM MUIRFIELDS FINANCIAL SERVICES Australians are bombarded with broad brushstroke messages about savings required for retirement. Common measures and targets for adequate...

September 26, 2018

Massive day brings Torquay Boardriders together

SUNDAY September 16 saw aggregate 6 of the seniors and aggregate 5 of juniors run side by side. Seniors at four-foot wild and wobbly Jan...

September 26, 2018

Bear hug: baseball club creates history with crushing win

THE Bellarine Bears Baseball Club has won its first A Reserve premiership in the club’s history. The Bears clinched their first A Reserve title with...

September 26, 2018

That’s a wrap for 2018: BHFNC celebrates presentation night

BARWON Heads Football and Netball Club celebrated a fantastic season of netball and football recently during its presentation night. Held at GMHBA Stadium on...

September 26, 2018

Festival of Sport program revealed

THE program for the Festival of Sport has been revealed, with more than 30 free sports, activities and competitions to be staged throughout the...

September 26, 2018

Roll up again in Anglesea

ANGLESEA Bowling Club’s Twilight Social League sponsored by Great Ocean Properties is open for entries from beginners to seasoned lawn bowlers in this game...

September 19, 2018

THE WALLS COME DOWN

Demolition has officially begun at Jan Juc SLSC’s clubhouse, with a digger rolling in on Thursday last week to begin tearing down the building...

September 19, 2018

COUNCILLOR COLUMN – September 20, 2018

Exciting time for region’s libraries I’m passionate about the role of libraries in our community, and as Chair of the Geelong Regional Library Board, I’m proud...

September 19, 2018

Queenscliff pupils follow the yellow brick road during hit production

QUEENSCLIFF Primary School presented its whole-school production of The Wizard of Oz last Friday. Every one of their 60 pupils participated in the production, owning...

September 19, 2018

Dog management biggest concern according to beach use survey

DOG management and dog access to beach areas were the most significant issues identified in Barwon Coast’s Beach Use Research Report. Barwon Coast launched the...

September 19, 2018

TCT breakfast to discuss business survey

NEXT week’s Sunrise Series breakfast presented by Torquay Commerce and Tourism (TCT) will dig into the results of the Surf Coast Shire’s latest business...

September 19, 2018

Yoga event to raise funds for drought relief

SURF Coast Kundalini Yoga teacher Susie Seale will be holding a fundraising yoga session for drought relief in Torquay next week. All proceeds from “We...

September 19, 2018

Geelong Racing Club launches Cup Club

THE Geelong Racing Club has introduced a new three-month membership just in time for its biggest race meeting of the year. The Cup Club covers...

September 19, 2018

Anglesea Community Update: Power Station decommissioning – September 20, 2018

As part of Alcoa of Australia’s decommissioning of the Anglesea power station and mine, the main power station building was scheduled to be felled...

September 19, 2018

True gems raise awareness through annual ball

THE Emerald Ball was born in 2013 and was the brainchild of Leopold mum Jenni Mittra and her two friends – Kerrie and Teresa...

September 19, 2018

FC Leopold brings home premiership glory

FC Leopold’s Division 2 Men’s team were victorious during their Grand Final match against Bell Park SC at the weekend. The Greens were still celebrating...

September 19, 2018

Refugee advocates want kids off Nauru

LOCAL support groups against detention of refugee children will hold a vigil in Torquay for seven Thursdays in a row as part of the...

September 19, 2018

Work progresses on Armstrong Creek Pavilion

AN IMPORTANT piece of sporting infrastructure in Armstrong Creek is reportedly on time and on budget. Once construction is complete, the Armstrong Creek Pavilion in...

September 19, 2018

Carbon Revolution announces $100 million expansion

THE wheels are turning at Carbon Revolution, with the advanced manufacturer to make major inroads to the overseas market with a $100 million expansion...

September 19, 2018

Torquay College goes Into the Woods

PUPILS at Torquay College have worked all year on their production of Into the Woods, which was performed to a small audience of their...

September 19, 2018

Become a Junior Ranger in the school holidays

THE spring school holidays are nearly here, which means it is time to join in the fun of Parks Victoria’s Junior Ranger program. The Junior...

September 19, 2018

Keen anglers and seafood lovers celebrate at Portarlington

ANGLERS and seafood lovers celebrating National Gone Fishing Day next month need look no further than Portarlington for a family-friendly day on the Bellarine. Bellarine...

September 19, 2018

MAVHACK generates innovative solutions

CAMERAS on garbage trucks to help identify potholes and a new “Safe Place” accreditation for employers have emerged as ideas from this month’s MAVHACK...

September 19, 2018

Applications open for solar panel rebates

VICTORIANS looking to reduce their power bills can now apply to a state government scheme offering 50 per cent rebates on solar panel installations. Last...