About: James Taylor
October 19, 2023
Majority of Geelong region says “no” to the Voice
AT LEAST half of residents in the Geelong region voted against establishing a Voice to Parliament. The result broadly reflects the national response to Saturday's...
October 15, 2023
Eccles records second PGA Tour win
TORQUAY pro golfer Ben Eccles has secured his second Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia victory with a dominant performance, winning the CKB WA PGA...
October 13, 2023
Wye River house wins at Master Builders Victoria awards
A house built in Wye River has helped BCM Homes take the title of Regional Builder of the Year at this year's Master Builders...
October 12, 2023
International airline may be close for Avalon
NEWS about the return of international flights to and from Avalon Airport could come within a week, according to the airport's owners. Talking at the...
October 12, 2023
Hundreds toast their favourite drops
HUNDREDS of people gathered again at this year's edition of Toast to the Coast to sample some of the best wine, beer and spirits...
October 9, 2023
Artists revved up by Creative Engine grants
GEELONG Arts Centre has announced the six recipients of its latest Creative Engine grant packages. The announcement celebrates Geelong Arts Centre’s first class of Creative...
October 7, 2023
Appeal aims to fight hunger across Geelong
DEMAND for food relief is continuing to increase across the Geelong region, and the Give Where You Live Foundation is urging the community to...
October 7, 2023
Countdown is on for Geelong Business Excellence Awards
THE culmination of this year’s Geelong Business Excellence Awards is less than a fortnight away, and the shortlist of contenders has been set. The Geelong...
October 6, 2023
Stewart doubles up with ‘Carji’
GEELONG AFL vice-captain Tom Stewart has been awarded his second ‘Carji’ Greeves Medal. Having won his first ‘Carji’ in 2021, Stewart polled 135 votes to...
October 5, 2023
Geelong High to welcome back students
GEELONG High School will celebrate both the old and the new with a reunion of past students and staff tomorrow (Saturday, October 7.) The Silver...
October 5, 2023
Aireys wins silver in Tiny Towns awards
AIREYS Inlet has been judged the nation's second-best Tiny Tourism Town in this year's Australian Top Tourism Town Awards, announced last week. Presented by the...
September 25, 2023
Big changes proposed in employment white paper
PEOPLE moving off income support payments and into the workforce will soon be able to use concession cards and access other benefits for nearly...
September 12, 2023
Project to map Geelong’s queer history
THE queer history of Geelong will take a step into the digital world through a project supported by the Victorian government. Queer-ways has received a...
September 8, 2023
Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong opens
GEELONG'S first major new-build hotel in about 20 years, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, is now open. As the anchor tenant of Franzé Developments’ $200...
September 5, 2023
Phyland quits city
FORMER City of Greater Geelong acting chief executive officer Kaarina Phyland is out the door, with the city announcing her departure earlier today (Tuesday,...
August 31, 2023
Geelong pressured about Games, mayor says
THE Andrews Labor Government gave the City of Greater Geelong little opportunity and very short timelines to provide input about the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth...
August 31, 2023
City’s new CEO looks forward
THE new chief executive officer at the City of Greater Geelong says she will be a collaborative leader but also one that looks forward,...
August 30, 2023
Voice referendum date revealed
AUSTRALIA has learned the date for the Voice referendum, as polling in key swing states indicates mixed views on the issue. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese...
August 30, 2023
Superstar DJs, here we go: Chemical Brothers to play in Geelong
THE time has come to galvanise. One of the most acclaimed and innovative electronica duos in the world, The Chemical Brothers will bring their...
August 29, 2023
Trials decide final spots in Bells Beach Longboard Classic
THE final spots in the World Surf League (WSL) Bells Beach Longboard Classic have been decided, following the trials event held at Djarrak/Bells Beach...
August 28, 2023
Geelong hearing examines NDIA
BY JAMES TAYLOR THE head of the organisation rolling out the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has admitted in Geelong that there is much to...
August 27, 2023
Exiting CEO claims city was “heading for insolvency”
OUTGOING City of Greater Geelong chief executive officer Kaarina Phyland has revealed her parting thoughts on the city's financial position, comparing it to "an...
August 25, 2023
Menegola to play his last game for Cats
GEELONG player Sam Menegola will play his final game for the Cats this Saturday, August 26. Earlier this afternoon (Friday, August 25), the Geelong Football...
August 24, 2023
New spaces shine at Geelong Arts Centre opening party
The redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre is up and running, with a huge crowd of VIPs exploring the new spaces on Friday last week ahead...
