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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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December 15, 2024

Christmas Tree Syndrome can hit asthmatics hard

Excitement is building for Christmas, but the National Asthma Council Australia is reminding people with asthma and allergies about the risk of Christmas Tree...

December 13, 2024

Santa to visit Newcomb chemist

Community Care Chemist, in partnership with Bellarine Village, is bringing festive cheer to the community this Sunday, December 15 with a visit from Santa...

December 13, 2024

Eastern Hub to host Christmas fair

ANYONE looking to shop local for Christmas gifts, get an early festive treat, or connect with the community is encouraged to attend the annual...

December 10, 2024

Have a responsible celebration this year

VICTORIA Police have issued a seasonal reminder for people to take care of themselves and each other when out celebrating in the lead-up to...

December 9, 2024

Bellarine Estate to rock this summer

Bellarine Estate Winery has announced the lineup for its 2024-2025 Summer Concert Series. Headline act Ross Wilson will start the live outdoor music events at...

December 9, 2024

Kids+ seek support for scholarships

KIDS+ has announced Jake Richardson as the inaugural recipient of its Education and Employment Scholarship. The scholarship program aims to financially support Kids+ participants as...

December 9, 2024

Tickets go on sale for Community Cup at Super Saturday

TICKETS are now on sale for the Community Cup, part of the Super Saturday on the Coast races at the Geelong Racing Club on...

December 5, 2024

Major brokerages unite

IN a big move for local businesses, Nelson Financial and UFinancial are teaming up, bringing their operations together under the UFinancial name. This partnership between...

December 3, 2024

Service to support people from multicultural backgrounds

A new service aimed at providing healthcare assistance to people from diverse cultural backgrounds is now being trialled in Geelong. Western Victoria Primary Health Network...

December 1, 2024

Big crowds take a ride on The Carousel

A POPULAR tourist attraction on the Geelong Waterfront has recorded its highest attendance numbers in more than 15 years. According to new data for the...

November 27, 2024

Geelong Connected Communities, Beyond Bank ink sponsorship

GEELONG Connected Communities has announced it has signed a new three-year major sponsorship deal with Beyond Bank Australia, one of Australia's largest customer-owned banks. "Beyond...

November 27, 2024

VEC supports changes to electoral laws

THE Victorian Electoral Commission has called on the state government to introduce reforms to the state's electoral laws suggested by a parliamentary committee. The Electoral...

November 27, 2024

Tracking flatulence for science

Australia's national science agency is calling on the community to track their farts to help scientists better understand the frequency and characteristics of one...

November 27, 2024

Treatment gap emerges for life-saving care

Health experts are concerned too many Victorians living with hepatitis B are missing out on lifesaving care and treatment, with data revealing less than...

November 26, 2024

Report reveals gap in vital floating skills

A NEW report reveals nearly half of all parents are not confident their children possess the water safety skills needed to survive an emergency,...

November 25, 2024

Work experience pilot goes hands-on at Nyaal Banyul

STUDENTS from local schools have got hands-on experience at one of Geelong's largest infrastructure projects as part of a new pilot program. The Geelong Region...

November 20, 2024

Footlight Productions rakes in award nominations, commendations

Geelong theatre company Footlight Productions has been recognised for excellence, receiving 15 nominations and 12 commendations from the Music Theatre Guild of Victoria. The guild's...

November 20, 2024

Registrations open for VICSWIM’s summer program

APPLICATIONS are now open for the popular VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program, which teaches children basic swimming skills as well as vital water safety education...

November 19, 2024

Ambulance response times released for Barwon South West

PARAMEDICS and first responders in the Barwon South West Region crews responded to 7,165 Code 1 cases between July and September. Across the state, performance...

November 14, 2024

City councillors officially declared after recounts

THE new City of Greater Geelong council has been officially declared after recounts in three wards. The Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) calculated the results in...

November 13, 2024

Applications open for Community Leadership Program

CITY of Greater Geelong residents interested in strengthening their leadership skills have been encouraged to apply for the 2025 Community Leadership Program. The program develops...

November 13, 2024

Nyaal Banyul appoints first GM

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust (MCET) has announced the appointment of Rick Aylett as the first general manager of Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and...

November 12, 2024

Register for Clean Up Australia Day

CLEAN Up Australia Day turns 35 in 2025, and the organisation is calling on all Australians to commemorate the milestone by registering to take...

November 11, 2024

Library of Things launched

GEELONG Regional Libraries has launched the Library of Things, a unique collection of non-book items available for borrowing. The Library of Things provides library members...