About: James Taylor

Bellarine Catchment Network calls for Coastcarers

A NEW project supported by the federal government’s Communities Environment Program is set to launch this month. Environment organisation Bellarine Catchment Network is launching the...

Schools to stay open but Deakin to pause on-campus activity

THE state government has not yet decided to close public schools in response to the coronavirus pandemic, with the Victorian Chief Health Officer saying...

Victorian Government to lift moratorium on onshore conventional gas

THE state Labor Government will allow onshore conventional gas exploration and development to resume next year but the move has angered environmental groups, who...

Business as usual: Bellarine traders adapt to impact of coronavirus

BUSINESSES across the Bellarine are keeping their doors open during the coronavirus pandemic, with traders doing what they can to adapt to the changing...

Rip Curl Pro and local footy postponed

THE impacts of the coronavirus pandemic continue to be felt, with several sporting codes forced to postpone or cancel their seasons as part of...

Geelong and Surf Coast to get more police

THE Geelong region will get 58 extra police from May onwards, according to the latest allocation of police resources. The Geelong and Surf Coast Police...

Health Creation Centre: Wake up to the benefits of sleep

Do you think you got enough sleep this past week?

The truth will set Australia free

AUSTRALIAN schools can now incorporate teachings about the country’s Stolen Generations history into their curriculum through a new resource kit spearheaded by The Healing...

Optimise your health this autumn

WITH DR CAROLINE TAYLOR-WALKER With the transition from summer to autumn (my favourite season) in full swing, now serves as a wonderful opportunity to check...

City’s plan for its bustling laneways

PEDESTRIANS could score better access to Little Malop Street than motorists after the City of Greater Geelong voted to restrict vehicle access in the...

Team Anstis: Ocean Grove local prepares for Tour de Cure

Aaron Anstis remembers exactly where he was 19 years ago when he made a phone call that would lead to one of the cruellest...

Your canvas is our fundraiser

THE walls at Ocean Grove’s Driftwood Café will be adorned with donated art and photographs this Easter as the venue hosts the third annual...

Falls asks: should I stay or should I go?

FALLS Festival organisers remain tight-lipped about whether the Lorne leg of the annual outdoor event will return to the region this year. The 2019/20...

Welcome to Winchelsea

WINCHELSEA is now home to a pair of striking sculptures which culminate a creative duo’s vision to connect the townscape to its natural assets. Located...

Ross Wilson revealed at Aireys Inlet Open Mic

THE 13th Aireys Inlet Open Mic Festival welcomed legendary entertainer Ross Wilson as its 2020 special mystery guest on Sunday, drawing what was a...

Grimley wants crackdown on irresponsible drivers

DERRYN Hinch's Justice Party MP and Member for Western Victoria Stuart Grimley is calling on state Labor to introduce jail time for repeat drug...

SON to shine at the Shed

Irish songstress Susan O’Neill (SON) felt as helpless as she did guilty when bushfires ravaged Australia. Such natural devastation doesn’t occur in Ireland, the...

City’s swim and sport centres and libraries to close tomorrow

THE City of Greater Geelong will close several of its public facilities from close of business tomorrow until at least April 1 to reduce...

Pedalling for sick kids

A TEAM OF 40 cyclists are covering 400 kilometres across four days to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities' (RMHC) annual Ride For...

11-year-old musical prodigy to play Costa Hall

ONE of Australia’s most promising musical prodigies Christian Li will perform alongside the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) next Friday (March 20) at Costa Hall. Conducted...

Drysdale All-abilities soccer trio are on the ball

A TRIO of Drysdale All Abilities soccer players were presented with commemorative soccer balls by Bellarine MP Lisa Neville on Sunday as teams prepare...

Respect Victoria welcomes Gender Equality Bill

RESPECT Victoria has welcomed the passing of the Gender Equality Bill by the state government. The legislation applies to public sector workplaces and aims to...

Expo to celebrate staying healthy and active

BELLARINE Springs' inaugural Healthy and Active Ageing Expo for Seniors is just around the corner. Seniors are warmly invited to this free community event, showcasing...

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie celebrates its support for children’s charity

THE Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery recently celebrated its part in helping raise $46,500 over the past two years to support national...