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 5, 2025

Local libraries receive $2.3m in latest tranche

LIBRARIES in the Geelong region will share in more than $2.3 million in the latest round of the Public Libraries Funding Program. The program was...

September 29, 2025

Work on kinder at Oberon Primary begins

CONSTRUCTION on a new kindergarten on the grounds of Oberon Primary School has begun. The new modular kindergarten, which will provide more local families access...

September 24, 2025

Gateways team lauded for residential care excellence

A TEAM from Geelong-based Gateways Support Services Child & Youth Services has been recognised at this year's Residential Care Awards. Presented by the Centre for...

September 24, 2025

Applications invited for National Youth Parliament

APPLICATIONS have opened for next year's edition of the National Youth Parliament. Through this program, young people from all walks of life will engage directly...

September 23, 2025

Community preparation sets example ahead of bushfire season

AHEAD of a high-risk fire season across much of Victoria, CFA is highlighting the example of community preparation in a regional town earlier this...

September 17, 2025

Fund supports sporting infrastructure

SPORTING clubs and councils across Victoria are being encouraged to apply for the latest round of the Local Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSIF), which creates...

September 17, 2025

Nation’s youth call for urgent reforms

A NEW report has brought together the views of Australia's young people and highlighted a need for urgent reform across safety, mental health, education,...

September 15, 2025

Score limited-edition jersey with early ride entry

THE Transport Accident Commission (TAC) and Bicycle Network are inviting people to register early for this year's TAC Great Vic Bike Ride to claim...

September 15, 2025

Inclusion group launches with loneliness focus

THE City of Greater Geelong has launched its new Social Inclusion Action Group program with a community loneliness forum. Co-hosted by the city and Friends...

September 15, 2025

Transport strategy planning enters new phase

THE City of Greater Geelong is continuing to put together a medium-to-long-term vision and objectives for a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable transport network...

September 13, 2025

Metricon to refresh online lookbook

METRICON is in the final stages of preparing a refreshed version of its lookbook, and buyers will be able to see part of the...

September 9, 2025

Event raises millionsto support regional men

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month has begun and the It's A Bloke Thing Foundation has got the fundraising off to a great start, bringing in...

September 8, 2025

Campaign urges respect towards city’s staff

THE City of Greater Geelong has recorded a surge in incidents targeting the organisation's frontline staff, and has launched a new campaign urging the...

September 8, 2025

Youth Council presents second report

CITY of Greater Geelong Junior Mayor Ayush Singh has highlighted the many events, opportunities and meetings the 2025 Youth Council has taken part in...

September 6, 2025

Forecasting tenderness and connection

DULUX has revealed its annual Colour Forecast for 2026, which sees a rise in calming and connecting colours in response to continued global uncertainty...

August 26, 2025

Ambulances arriving quicker in Barwon South West

AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) has thanked people across the state for saving ambulances for the state's sickest people, with new data showing paramedics are responding...

August 23, 2025

New home sales performing strongly

SALES of new detached homes increased by 18.8 per cent in the three months to June 2025 compared to the previous three months, according...

August 20, 2025

Grants support local defence industry

MORE than $800,000 of Victorian government funding will support businesses competing for supply chain contracts at Avalon's Hanwha Defence Australia facility and other major...

August 20, 2025

Fund to support drought-affected farmers

THE Victorian government has opened a $2 million fund to help farmers in south-west Victoria get through the drought.The Household Financial Relief Program provides...

August 18, 2025

Rural doctors urge action on flu

As flu season hits hard across Australia, rural doctors are urging locals to protect their communities, especially vulnerable children and older people, by getting...

August 13, 2025

Human Nature continues Motown tour

HUMAN Nature has announced their 2026 MTWN 2026 Regional Tour will see the show head south next year to continue the Motown celebrations, including...

July 27, 2025

Costelloe doubles up in Dry July

GEELONG business leader Rory Costelloe is doubling donations to his Dry July campaign, as part of Billy Brownless Team Love raising funds for Barwon...

July 23, 2025

Man fined for distrubing Ramsar site at Avalon

A MAN from Lara has been fined $790 for disturbing the habitat of the critically endangered fairy tern (Sternula nereis nereis) at Avalon Coastal...

July 22, 2025

Preliminary results of Geelong Youth Survey released

THE preliminary results of this year's Geelong Youth Survey are in, with school and study pressures, mental health and wellbeing, and cost of living...