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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 14, 2024

COGG You Yangs Theresa Slater

You Yangs AFFILIATION: GREENS Theresa Slater Occupation: Social worker/Psych with over 15 years experience working with vulnerable families and children, persons with disability and their carer as...

October 14, 2024

COGG Kardinia Peter Murrihy

Kardinia Peter Murrihy Occupation: Resides: How long have you lived in your ward? I have lived in the Kardinia Ward for...

October 14, 2024

COGG Kardinia Johnny Dunstan

Kardinia Johnny Dunstan Occupation: I manage and operate my own business. Resides: How long have you lived in your ward? I was raised went...

October 14, 2024

Viva opens strategic diesel storage facility

A NEW strategic fuel storage facility at the Viva Energy Hub in Geelong has been officially commissioned. Part of the federal government's Boosting Australia's Diesel...

October 14, 2024

94.7 The Pulse to return to community ownership

GEELONG radio station 94.7 The Pulse will return to full community ownership following a 17-year partnership between the station and Cultura. Announced last week, the...

October 9, 2024

Corio teacher a finalist in Educator of the Year

LONG-serving Meli early childhood educator Raelene Carr has been named a finalist for Educator of the Year in the 2024 Victorian Early Years Awards. Ms...

October 8, 2024

VEC calls for transparency on AI use at elections

THE Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) expects content created by artificial intelligence (AI) to make an appearance at this month's local council elections. Voters are being...

October 7, 2024

Caravan businesses install AEDs

A CARAVAN business in Newcomb has taken a proactive attitude towards safety by installing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at its two sites. The AEDs have...

October 4, 2024

Joeys enjoy Grand Final function

THE St Joseph's Football and Netball Club community gathered in force last week at the annual AFL Grand Final Eve luncheon.

October 2, 2024

Choir brings joy of music to a new generation

THE Geelong Youth Choir has announced the return of its "Let's Make Music!" program designed specifically for preschool-aged children. The program, which will begin on...

October 2, 2024

City considers early feedback on Integrated Transport Strategy

THE City of Greater Geelong is reporting a big response from people who live, work, visit and move through the municipality during the first...

October 2, 2024

Online platform gives guidance to youth

THE Victorian Government has launched a new online toolkit to help the state's young people navigate important aspects of life. YouthNav asks young users about...

September 30, 2024

Listen up, Frogtober is near

VICTORIANS are being invited to connect with nature in their neighbourhood by recording frog calls throughout October as part of Frog Month Victoria, also...

September 29, 2024

New programs to support those at risk of homelessness

HEALTH and wellbeing support for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness will be significantly boosted in Geelong with the start of two new...

September 25, 2024

Crazy hair shows support for foster care

KINDERGARTEN children across Geelong went wild with their hair to celebrate Foster Care Week. The efforts, part of Meli's Crazy Hair for Foster Care fundraiser,...

September 25, 2024

Watch your fruit netting and save flying foxes

WILDLIFE authorities have put the spotlight on the extent of grey-headed flying fox injuries and deaths from illegal netting entanglements, as organisations unite to...

September 25, 2024

Local councils respond to Plan for Victoria

COUNCILS in the G21 region have responded to the state government's Plan for Victoria initiative, and the City of Greater Geelong believes the municipality...

September 25, 2024

Positive Ageing events to return

THE City of Greater Geelong's Positive Ageing Program is back this year from October 1, and will provide activities to promote and support healthy...

September 24, 2024

Photos sought for city’s 2025 calendar

THE City of Greater Geelong is inviting photographers from across Geelong to submit their photos for a chance to feature on the cover of...

September 23, 2024

Applications open for Youth Parliament

YOUNG Victorians have been encouraged to have their say on issues that matter to them as part of next year's YMCA Victoria Youth Parliament. Applications...

September 22, 2024

Debunking the myths about leukaemia

THE Leukaemia Foundation is aiming to debunk the biggest myth surrounding one of Australia's deadliest cancers to help save more lives. World Leukaemia Day was...

September 21, 2024

Environmental groups to again oppose gas terminal plan

THE Victorian government is calling for more information about the environmental impacts of Viva Energy's gas terminal project in Geelong, but a coalition of...

September 21, 2024

CFA urges people to register burn-offs

AS hundreds of thousands of Victorians begin preparing their property for fire season, emergency services are encouraging landowners to register any planned burn-offs online,...

September 20, 2024

Halfway point reached for Geelong Convention and Event Centre

THE new Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre (GCEC) has reached the halfway mark, with the construction of Plenary Hall and Exhibition Halls...