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 29, 2024

Concept designs reveal shape of Stead Park upgrades

THE Geelong Hockey Association (GHA) has hailed the latest details of the upgrades coming to Stead Park in Corio. Released by the Victorian government last...

December 27, 2024

Renders released of Armstrong Creek Sports Centre

RENDERS have been released for the coming Armstrong Creek Sports Centre. The centre - one of three projects in Geelong being developed through the Regional...

December 27, 2024

Tourism inquiry considers investment incentives

A FEDERAL parliamentary inquiry is recommending incentives to encourage both accommodation and attractions in regional Australia, but a peak body for the local tourism...

December 26, 2024

Centre’s Creative Engine revs again

GEELONG Arts Centre's artistic development program has announced its inaugural Associate Artists and the latest recipients of the Creative Engine Grants and Launchpad initiative. These...

December 25, 2024

Spike in preventable incidents spurs fire risk warning

THE CFA is urging Victorians to take extra care this summer after vegetation fires jumped more than 50 per cent during the 2023-24 Fire...

December 21, 2024

Trial expands Little Malop’s alfresco dining

ALFRESCO dining on Geelong's Little Malop Street has just got bigger, with the City of Greater Geelong trialling an expansion of the area to...

December 21, 2024

GAWS appeals for help this Christmas

THE Geelong Animal Welfare Society (GAWS) has launched its 2024 Christmas Appeal, calling for financial donations to support the organisation to deliver its important...

December 20, 2024

Mental health support centre officially opened

A NEW facility to support families and carers of people in the Geelong region experiencing mental health challengesis now officially open. The Mental Health and...

December 20, 2024

Construction begins on Specialist Family Violence Court in Geelong

CONSTRUCTION has begun on Geelong's first Specialist Family Violence Court (SFVC). Once complete, the new $26 million court – located next to the Geelong Magistrates'...

December 20, 2024

Youth Council presents final report to city

THE City of Greater Geelong's Youth Council has handed in the report of its term and offered its final advice to the council. The council...

December 18, 2024

Giving the gift of presence over presents

The festive season is here and experts from the Triple P - Positive Parenting Program are encouraging parents and carers across Australia to shift...

December 16, 2024

Architect appointed for Northern Bay College rebuild

The Victorian government has started demolition works as part of the process to rebuild the fire-damaged main building at Northern Bay College's Hendy P-8...

December 16, 2024

Firefighters rescue kitten in Armstrong Creek

FIREFIGHTERS have exercised a different set of skills after rushing to the rescue of a kitten stuck in a drain in Armstrong Creek. A CFA crew...

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

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 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 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

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...