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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February 14, 2026

Add joy and whimsy with summer styling

After a long gloomy winter, Australians are inviting warmth, lightness, and optimism back into their lives – starting at home. This summer, Dulux colour forecasters...

February 11, 2026

Leigh Sales to headline International Women’s Day event

NOTED journalist and author Leigh Sales will be the special guest at this year's International Women's Day Breakfast hosted by the Committee for Geelong. Sales...

February 11, 2026

Watch out for e-bikes, e-scooters with return to school

RACV has urged parents to check e-scooter and e-bike laws with the return of more than a million Victorian students to school last week. Although...

February 10, 2026

Paynter tunes up for Farnham role with Geelong gig

AUSTRALIAN singer Michael Paynter has officially been cast to play the legendary John Farnham in a new musical, and Geelong locals will have a...

February 9, 2026

Review of Geelong bus network coming soon

THE Victorian government has promised to consult widely with the community as part of a review of bus services in Geelong and surrounds. The Department...

February 9, 2026

AFL pre-season games loom

TICKETS to this year's AAMI Community Series have gone on sale, with all 18 clubs to participate in the pre-season competition. Matches will be played...

February 9, 2026

City to host free lunchtime entertainment

THE City of Greater Geelong has launched a free series of events every Thursday this month on the lawns of the Wurriki Nyal Civic...

February 9, 2026

Anonymous donation supports homeless shelters

A GENEROUS donor has provided immediate help for those sleeping rough in Geelong by supporting the purchase of portable bedding. The anonymous benefactor's $5,000 contribution...

February 7, 2026

Housing starts rise but still below target

LOWER interest rates have seen the volume of new homes commencing construction increase, but the Housing Industry Association (HIA) has noted they still remain...

February 6, 2026

Push for safe cycling route between Geelong and Torquay

THERE are few things more humbling in life than watching your 80-year-old father pull away from you on a bike ride, reminding you who...

February 5, 2026

Charlemont school marks 100th new build

THE newest school in Charlemont had some special guests on its first day last week, with its opening also marking a milestone for the...

February 5, 2026

Wollaston goes back to back, Andresen wins at Cadel’s race

TOBIAS Lund Andresen confidently predicted he would win and rival Matthew Brennan's mistake made sure that prophecy came true. The difference in body language between...

February 5, 2026

Project to explore recycled option for bollard replacement

A CITY of Greater Geelong grant will explore recycling carpet manufacturing waste into a new product, including a possible replacement for the famous bollards...

February 4, 2026

Kumon opens new Charlemont home

AN AFTER-school learning centre in southern Geelong has relocated to a new venue. The Kumon Armstrong Creek Education Centre has opened the doors of its...

February 3, 2026

Inspectorate checking child employment in hospitality

WORKFORCE Inspectorate Victoria (WIV) is running inspections at hospitality venues- including restaurants, cafés and fast-food outlets - across the state during the summer school...

January 29, 2026

Riders gear up for Cadel’s race

YOU may have spotted some of the world's best cyclists on local roads this week as teams warm up for the major events in...

January 27, 2026

Reset your stressed heart this REDFEB

WITH cost-of-living pressure rising in recent years, stress has become the silent epidemic of modern life - and it is quietly breaking our hearts. Health...

January 26, 2026

Major tennis facility slated for Geelong under state blueprint

A MAJOR tennis facility capable of supporting more than 30,000 players from across the southwest and hosting international events is slated to be built...

January 21, 2026

Thousands reach out for cancer help

THERE continues to be demand for cancer support services from across Victoria, with Cancer Council Victoria's team of experienced nurses responding to 10,614 enquiries...

January 19, 2026

Rail works blitz affects Geelong services

A CONSTRUCTION blitz to improve railway services in Melbourne's west has seen buses replace trains on sections of the Geelong Line and Ballarat Line...

January 17, 2026

HIA anticipates a year of housing recovery

AUSTRALIA'S home building industry is expected to strengthen through this year, supported by gradually improving building approvals and a recovery in demand. However, the Housing...

December 31, 2025

How Australians can stay healthier for longer

THERE is an average 12-year gap between an Australian's lifespan and the health span that will reshape how they experience ageing, from the jobs...

December 30, 2025

A feast close to home: Melbourne Food & Wine Festival showcases Geelong producers

THE program for next year's Melbourne Food & Wine Festival has been released, but Geelong locals will not have to make the trip up...

December 26, 2025

International visits to Geelong and Bellarine rebound

INTERNATIONAL visitor numbers to Geelong and the Bellarine have bounced back, according to the latest Tourism Research Australia (TRA) data for the 2024-25 financial...