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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 12, 2018

LEOPOLD, NEWCOMB CLUB MILESTONES

IT’S centenary year for Leopold Tennis Club - with Newcomb set to celebrate their 50th anniversary! Leopold will hold their 100th year function on Sunday,...

September 5, 2018

Words paint the picture

Art lovers of all forms congregated at the Bellbrae Hall for the second Words from the Surf Coast Arts Trail, an ode once again...

September 5, 2018

VTIC TOURS ITS PLAN FOR TOURISM SPENDING

The Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) has included several major projects for the Geelong region in its election platform that it is spruiking ahead...

September 5, 2018

COUNCILLOR COLUMN – September 06, 2018

At its meeting on Tuesday August 28, the Greater Geelong Council released a draft Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan for community consultation. The...

September 5, 2018

Council disappointed by funding withdrawal

THE Borough of Queenscliffe Council says it is very disappointed by Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville’s decision to withdraw funding from its Destination Queenscliff...

September 5, 2018

A fresh face for BCH

BELLARINE Community Health (BCH) has a fresh new image with the launch last week of a new logo, website and strategic plan for the...

September 5, 2018

Carnival of Golf another resounding success

PORTARLINGTON Golf Club’s Carnival of Golf was a resounding success with about 1,000 golfers enjoying the course from August 25 to 31. Club marketing manager...

September 5, 2018

Henderson says she hasn’t been bullied

LIBERAL MP for Corangamite Sarah Henderson says she has been “subjected to some pretty terrible things from Labor” for more than a decade as...

September 5, 2018

AUTHOR MAKES SURPRISE SIGNING IN ANGLESEA

Walkley Award-winning journalist, associate editor of The Australian, and author Caroline Overington made a surprise appearance in Anglesea at the weekend. Visiting the area...

September 5, 2018

Filmmakers and scientists splash into Green Drinks

LOCAL filmmakers and scientists inspiring environmental action took the spotlight during an event hosted by Geelong Sustainability last week. Green Drinks, which was held at...

September 5, 2018

Surf Coast Century ultra marathon approaches

A COUPLE of thousand trail runners are heading to the Surf Coast next weekend for two huge events - the Surf Coast Century ultra...

September 5, 2018

Torquay Tornadoes book in grand finals

The Torquay Tornadoes has been successful in locking in three teams so far to this year’s grand finals in the Geelong Hockey Association on...

September 5, 2018

Villawood’s care worker initiative wins plaudits

VICTORIAN Premier Daniel Andrews has supported a call by Villawood Properties for the business community to follow the developer’s lead in offering support packages...

September 5, 2018

Brian Crook returns to Colac Otway council

COLAC Otway Shire mayor Joe McCracken has welcomed the return of Brian Crook to the council, following last week’s VEC countback to fill the...

September 5, 2018

Neighbourhood houses get more funding

THOUSANDS of Victorians are about to reap the benefits of a record funding boost to be shared by the state’s neighbourhood houses through funding...

September 5, 2018

At a gallop: MiRunners comes to Geelong

A COMMUNITY-based thoroughbred ownership organisation has announced a new partnership with Geelong Racing Club to offer units in its seventh two year- old to...

September 5, 2018

Talented photographers to share work during exhibition

THE Bellarine Camera Club will host its seventh Annual Photographic Exhibition at the SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre next month. The exhibition is open to members of...

September 5, 2018

Gracey donates hair to wigs for kids

LEOPOLD youngster Gracey Mclaren, 7, will undergo a big hair cut later this month to support kids who need wigs. Gracey will donate 39-centimetre lengths...

September 5, 2018

Students urged to ask their grandparents, not Google

BELLARINE students could soon be switching off their devices and seeking answers to life’s questions from a more experienced source – grandparents. Aged care provider...

September 5, 2018

Borough joins forces with Bravehearts

THE Borough of Queenscliffe is joining forces with Bravehearts this week to help raise awareness of the importance of child protection. Bravehearts’ White Balloon Day...

September 5, 2018

Winners of Victorian Training Awards announced

WOMEN took centre stage at the 63rd Victorian Training Awards, which recognises the high-quality training being delivered across the state, taking home six of...

September 5, 2018

Barwon Water duo named in Top 50 Public Sector Women

BARWON Water’s managing director Tracey Slatter and general manager of people and safety Melissa Stephens have been named among the top 50 women in...

September 5, 2018

Alcoa Community Update: Power station decommissioning – September 6, 2018

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

September 5, 2018

Coalition pledges more local content in renewables projects

THE state Coalition is trying to improve its green credentials, pledging that major renewable energy projects will have to meet increased local content requirements...