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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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January 20, 2024

CFA calls for help to determine grassfire risk

THE CFA is calling on Victorians to become citizen scientists and help contribute critical information about the state's fire risk. The 2023-24 fire season is...

January 19, 2024

Some events to go ahead on January 26

THE City of Greater Geelong will continue to not officially celebrate Australia Day on January 26. However, there will be some other events held on...

January 19, 2024

Geelong Beer Festival frothing to go

THE final touches are being put on this year's Geelong Beer Festival, which will again present an afternoon of fine brews and entertainment tomorrow...

January 19, 2024

Broader inflation retreats as red tape holds construction industry back

Broader Australia has let out a sigh of relief as the latest inflation figures show a downward trend, giving hope of some household budget...

January 18, 2024

Phil Liggett to commentate Family Ride

THE voice of Australian cycling is joining in the fun of the GeelongPort Family Ride as part of this year's Cadel Evans Great Ocean...

January 18, 2024

Gripper to play West African rhythms

Globally renowned South African guitarist Derek Gripper willbring his immersive concert experience, Music from the Strings of Mali, to Australia, including in Geelong on...

January 17, 2024

Gold Diggers Arms proposes bigger beer garden

THE Gold Diggers Arms Hotel is considering creating more usable space in its beer garden, and has lodged a planning permit with the City...

January 16, 2024

Photo studio plans upgrade into new development

THE existing home of Arthur Reed Photos would be knocked down and become part of a new development worth nearly $5 million proposed to...

January 15, 2024

Youth Council offers final advice about youth hub

LAST year's Youth Council at the City of Greater Geelong have offered some important insights on how to establish a dedicated space for young...

January 15, 2024

Opening date set for NACH

THE Northern Aquatic and Community Hub (NACH) is practically complete but not yet operational, with the City of Greater Geelong set to open it...

January 15, 2024

Axe throwing, escape rooms proposed at South Geelong site

A PROPOSED amusement centre in South Geelong aims to fill a gap in the local market with activities such as axe throwing, escape rooms...

January 14, 2024

Floating Christmas Tree sails away until next time

GEELONG'S Floating Christmas Tree has sailed away after another successful festive season, with last weekend the last time people could see the tree in...

January 14, 2024

Councils mull impact of lower rate cap

COUNCILS across the greater Geelong and Surf Coast regions are bracing for further monetary challenges in the next financial year, with the state's rate...

January 13, 2024

COVID lockdowns did not lock down risky driving

LESS cars on the road during COVID-19 lockdowns did not lead to a corresponding drop in road trauma, according to a new study. The research...

January 13, 2024

Harrison’s heading to the West End

YOUNG Armstrong Creek actor Harrison Coppock will have the experience of a lifetime this year when he heads overseas for theatrical training in London's...

January 12, 2024

Get out and get moving at Family Ride

TOUR de France champion Cadel Evans is challenging everyone to go screen-free for an hour a day and reap the health benefits, and GeelongPort...

January 11, 2024

School-based education support: shaping young minds and new careers

LAST year, The Gordon introduced Certificate III in School-Based Education Support, a course fielding a gap in the market for education support workers. It has...

January 11, 2024

GRC hails super results from Super Saturday

SUPER Saturday on the Coast has been run and won, with the Geelong Racing Club (GRC) declaring its first Saturday metropolitan racing event in...

January 10, 2024

Bowen * Young to start tour in Geelong

Bowen * Young, the Nashville-based duo of Australian singer-songwriter and actor Clare Bowen and American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumental Brandon Robert Young, will start a...

January 9, 2024

Expanded pharmacy services trial under way

SOME pharmacists in Geelong and across Victoria are now providing treatment and advice for a range of common conditions under a statewide pilot. During the...

January 7, 2024

New model to improve chronic care

Great Ocean Road Health (GORH) is leading the delivery of a new, more inclusive, easier to access and individual-focused support service for people in...

January 7, 2024

Stress affecting healthy choices

Stress is taking a toll on Australians, with the findings of recent research showing almost nine in 10 (88 per cent) of people are...

January 7, 2024

Coker wants NDIS to be enduring, sustainable

CORANGAMITE federal member Libby Coker says the concerns of local National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) users and their families were heard and are reflected...

January 6, 2024

NYE fitness resolution

The new year has arrived, and like the years before, hundreds of Australians will have made a resolution to get fit in 2024. Most of...