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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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...

December 26, 2025

City’s CEO reflects on 2025

AS 2025 draws to a close, it is worth taking a moment to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year of collaboration and...

December 25, 2025

Surf Coast Classic joins UCI ProSeries

THE opening events in the next edition of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) has been upgraded in status and is now...

December 20, 2025

Local businesses making an impact

AS A councillor, I've had the pleasure of visiting many businesses within the You Yangs ward and across the municipality. It's always inspiring to see...

December 18, 2025

Major works begin at Newcomb intersection

CONSTRUCTION on a major upgrade at one of Geelong’s busiest intersections is now under way. Upgrades to the Geelong-Portarlington Road and Wilsons Road intersection in...

December 17, 2025

Beware of locking kids or pets in cars

RACV says it has responded to more than 1,100 lockout emergencies across Victoria since January, and is urging drivers to keep their keys close...

December 17, 2025

V/Line urges planning on extremely hot days

WITH the arrival of summer, passengers travelling on the V/Line network to and from Geelong as well as across Victoria are being encouraged to...

December 16, 2025

Garden to open its gates for 40th celebration

THE Geelong West Community Garden (GWCG) will celebrate its colourful and fruitful 40-year history with an open day this Sunday, December 14. Visitors will be...

December 15, 2025

Increases to ESVF levy frozen

VICTORIAN ratepayers will not experience a hike to the contentious Emergency Services Volunteers Fund (ESVF), with the Victorian government pausing increases to the levy...

December 14, 2025

Refresh first aid skills before Christmas

Despite being known as the festive season, Christmas comes with an increased risk of injury, in both the workplace and at home, and first...

December 10, 2025

With less than a year to go, VEC preps for election

THERE is less than a year to go until the state election and the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) has released its draft service plan,...

December 7, 2025

Top drops recognised at Geelong Wine Show

THE top drops from across the Geelong region have been recognised in the 2025 Geelong Wine Awards. This year's edition of the awards began with...

December 3, 2025

City racks up completed capital works

THE City of Greater Geelong completed 22 capital works in the previous financial year, according to the city's annual report. In 2024-25, the city allocated...

December 2, 2025

CMCA to run Seagull Paddock camping site

THE Campervan and Motorhome Club of Australia (CMCA) will run camping on part of Seagull Paddock in Norlane after winning an expression of interest...

December 2, 2025

Provider chosen for hub, kinder

NATIONAL childcare provider KU Children's Services has been chosen to run services at the Bloinks Community Hub (interim name) and Biyala Primary School Kindergarten...

December 2, 2025

Community centre supports women overcoming addiction

IN AUSTRALIA, one in six people presently have a drug addiction. This includes both legal and illegal drugs and prescription medications. One in 10 people...

December 2, 2025

Feedback opens on Avalon employment plan

THE Victorian government is seeking feedback on plans for the Avalon Airport precinct that will support an initial 8,000 jobs. Last week, consultation opened on...

December 1, 2025

Neighbourhood invited to Whittington conversation

WHITTINGTON residents have been invited to attend the City of Greater Geelong's next Neighbourhood Conversations event, which will take place on Wednesday next week. Cheetham...