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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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October 16, 2023

genU sells childcare business

FAMILIES enrolled at a Lara childcare centre have been assured their places are secure following genU's decision to sell it to a statewide provider. Last...

October 15, 2023

Latest round opens for sports infrastructure grants

THE latest round of a state government program to help build community sports grounds, change rooms, sports courts, playspaces and other sport and recreation...

October 15, 2023

Ardoch increases education opportunities

EDUCATIONAL charity Ardoch is helping children and young people across Geelong, and aims to spread its good work even further. The organisation runs programs for...

October 14, 2023

Resilient stories told

More than 20 authors across Australia with multiple sclerosis (MS) have collaborated on a new book that lays out the intricacies of living with...

October 13, 2023

Get ready to vote in Voice referendum

MILLIONS of Australians will head to the polls tomorrow (Saturday, October 14) to vote in a referendum about whether Australia will establish a Voice...

October 13, 2023

Local Big Blue Table prepares a second sitting

A SECOND sitting of the Big Blue Table in the Geelong region during Mental Health Awareness Week aims to be just as successful as...

October 13, 2023

BLURRED LINES: Wait goes on for Geelong’s final electoral structure

THERE is no set date for when City of Greater Geelong residents and businesses will learn about the new shape of their council and...

October 13, 2023

House of Hope celebrates solar donation

THE outlook is bright at the House of Hope now under construction in Mount Duneed, with a donated solar system expected to save the...

October 12, 2023

St Joseph’s hosts Model UN

STUDENTS at St Joseph's College Geelong have had a taste of international politics, with the college hosting its first Model United Nations General Assembly. The...

October 11, 2023

Business leader training program launched

THE Gordon TAFE and the Geelong Chamber of Commerce have launched a new program that will help regional leaders go to the next level. Designed...

October 11, 2023

Geelong leaders welcome new Premier

GEELONG'S leaders have welcomed Jacinta Allan as Victoria's new Premier. Ms Allan was chosen as the party's leader by her Labor colleagues last week, following...

October 11, 2023

Inquiry wants more detail on Games legacy

THE state Labor Government should release more information about what will be built in Geelong and elsewhere in the wake of the cancelled Commonwealth...

October 11, 2023

Project to research water-wise jeans

A PARTNERSHIP between Deakin University and with Geelong-based company Xefco aims to reduce the world's fashion footprint and create a "greener" pair of jeans. Deakin...

October 11, 2023

Blue Tree to make Torquay debut

A TORQUAY tree is getting a "blue lease of life" in the latest addition to an Australia-wide campaign to start conversations about mental health. Members...

October 10, 2023

Newcomb, Moolap among state’s worst for rental pain

THE Geelong suburbs of Newcomb and Moolap are collectively the third-hardest places in the state to find a cheap place to rent, according to...

October 6, 2023

Register your burn-off early and online

THE number of burn-offs is predicted to increase considerably as the weather improves, and emergency services are urging landowners to register burn-offs as early...

October 6, 2023

Coles Express sites to be rebranded

GEELONG-based Viva Energy will convert Australia's Coles Express convenience stores and petrol stations to have new branding. Part of Viva's acquisition of Coles Express in...

October 6, 2023

Celebrate at the Croatian Club

Make your next celebration truly special at the Croatian Club, Geelong. The Bell Park venue prides itself on the ability to deliver your function. No matter...

October 4, 2023

Rip Curl Pro locked in for 2024

THE Rip Curl Pro is heading back to Bells Beach, with the World Surf League (WSL) locking in the dates for its Championship Tour...

September 30, 2023

Inquiry urged to find answers for future pandemics

The federal government will hold a commission of inquiry into Australia's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the nation's peak body for public health...

September 30, 2023

Author seeks Heart-starting support

First-time author Bridget Perrett is on the verge of publishing her debut novel, and is hoping for a little crowd support to get it...

September 29, 2023

Quest Geelong Central checks in first guests

THE latest addition to Geelong's growing accommodation sector is open for business, with Quest Geelong Central checking in its first guests on Monday this...

September 29, 2023

Visitor economy expo has jobs on offer

THE visitor economy in the Geelong region continues to call out for more workers, and several organisations are teaming up to present a job...

September 28, 2023

Geelong’s Darby wins Heart of Football Award

KATE Darby from the Geelong Football Club has been revealed as the winner of this year's Tom Hafey Variety Heart of Football Award. The prestigious...