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 28, 2022

Grants power up community projects

WANGALA Primary School will create a "yarning circle" on its grounds thanks to the latest round of grants from EnergyAustralia. Announced last week, the more...

December 28, 2022

New paramedics start across Geelong

THE next generation of paramedics is in training and some are nearly fully qualified to start work across Victoria. This year, 239 recruits have joined...

December 28, 2022

Coker confirms school commitments

CORANGAMITE Labor federal member Libby Coker says she will make good on one part her election commitments, announcing funding for five schools in her...

December 27, 2022

Kevin Paisley opens refurbished Geelong store

THE Kevin Paisley Optometrists team has welcomed guests to enjoy their hospitality in the recently reopened Ryrie Street store. Having been completely refurbished by retail...

December 25, 2022

Geelong Wine Walk to step out again

The Geelong Wine Walk is back bigger and better next year, bringing some of our region's finest wineries, distilleries and breweries to the heart...

December 25, 2022

Into the moshpits and on the dancefloor this summer

After the COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of many summer music festivals over the past two years, there is a sense that young people...

December 24, 2022

Grey Goose bar pops up at Novotel

NOVOTEL Geelong has shaken up its offering for the holiday season, launching a Pop-Up Summer Bar with support of famous French distillery Grey Goose. Located...

December 24, 2022

Platform Arts reveals part of its 2023 lineup

Platform Arts has revealed some of the artists it will be working with throughout 2023. Last week, the Geelong arts space announced the seven participants...

December 23, 2022

Vale Dick Philpott 1950-2022

THE Geelong football community is in mourning following the passing of local legend and North Geelong Football and Netball Club stalwart Richard "Dick" Philpott. The...

December 23, 2022

Countback to decide on Mansfield’s replacement on council

THE Victorian Electoral Commission will partly re-run the 2020 council election in Greater Geelong but with one less candidate to find the replacement for...

December 23, 2022

Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support announce holiday changes

CHRISTMAS is days away, and Services Australia has reminded customers about changes to payments and services during the next few weeks. Announced last week, the...

December 19, 2022

Grants bring seasonal joy to Neighbourhood Houses

NEIGHBOURHOOD Houses across the City of Greater Geelong are getting into the Christmas spirit thanks to financial support from the city. Last week, the city...

December 18, 2022

Community reconnects at Christmas gala

GEELONG'S Johnstone Park came alive with Christmas spirit on Saturday during the Geelong Connected Communities Gala Christmas Concert and Markets. Thousands of people came to...

December 18, 2022

Barwon Health, Deakin to collaborate on disease research

BARWON Health and Deakin University will extend their long-running collaboration to create a new disease research centre in Geelong. Announced this week, the Centre for...

December 17, 2022

Grace Brown gears up for Elite Women’s Race

ONE of Australia's best female riders is locked in to the next Deakin University Elite Women's Race, part of the 2023 Cadel Evans Great...

December 17, 2022

Durack shines as Geelong Arts Centre launches 2023 season

AN INVITE-only crowd got a sneak peek of what's coming on stage next year as the Geelong Arts Centre launched its 2023 season of...

December 16, 2022

Mansfield wins seat in Upper House

CITY of Greater Geelong councillor and Greens candidate Sarah Mansfield has been elevated to state politics, winning the fifth and final seat for the...

December 16, 2022

Fans smile like they mean it at The Killers

INTERNATIONAL superstars The Killers brought old songs, new songs, a cover and a little audience participation to their gig at Mount Duneed Estate at...

December 12, 2022

Students kick goals at soccer gala

THE world game is riding high in Australia following the Socceroos' World Cup campaign, and Football Victoria have tapped into the spirit with a...

December 11, 2022

New vets bring specialist care to Geelong pets

THE new vets bringing specalist care to Geelong pets have opened their doors to the community. Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS) is a purpose-built multidisciplinary...

December 10, 2022

Geelong attractions hailed at Victorian Tourism Awards

SEVERAL tourism attractions and services from Geelong region are among the winners and finalists in this year's Victorian Tourism Awards. Hosted annually by the Victoria...

December 10, 2022

Anglesea GC elects first female president

THE Anglesea Golf Club has elected its first female president in the club's more than seven-decade history. Last month, in a well-attended election, Jules Rolfe...

December 10, 2022

Sunday Sesh spins up at Flying Brick

Flying Brick Cider Co has got your next few Sunday afternoons covered with its new Sunday Sesh series of events. Launching at the start of...

December 9, 2022

Christmas wonderland at gala and markets

JOHNSTONE Park will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland this Saturday, December 10 in support of the Barwon Health Foundation. The Geelong Connected Communities Gala...