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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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November 11, 2023

Local projects lauded in National Architecture Awards

Two outstanding buildings in the Geelong region have received the highest praise in this year's National Architecture Awards. Announced earlier this month, the awards run...

November 10, 2023

Plug into solar with Winki Solutions

Winki Solutions is a local Surf Coast business founded and based in Torquay. With a passion for renewable energy and the environment, Winki Solutions is...

November 10, 2023

The future is grey

When it comes to timber floor trends, grey is here to stay. It's really easy to immediately go to classic shades when considering engineered timber...

November 9, 2023

Blood pressure fluctuations could be a warning

A new study by Australian researchers has shown that fluctuating blood pressure can increase the risk of dementia and vascular problems in older people. Short...

November 8, 2023

Help find a cure for lung cancer

November is a time to shine a light on lung cancer by lighting a Lung Foundation Australia lantern and taking part in a local...

November 8, 2023

Cadel gears up for his 2024 race

TOUR de France winner Cadel Evans is keen for the wheels to get turning on the 2024 edition of the race that bears his...

November 7, 2023

Tree launch to start Christmas celebrations

A SPECTACULAR night of activities next weekend will signal the start of this year's Christmas in Geelong program. The City of Greater Geelong's Floating Christmas...

November 3, 2023

Colliers wins at awards

Colliers Geelong has been recognised as among the best of the best in 2023, winning Commercial Agency of the Year at the REIV Awards...

November 2, 2023

Blueprint lays out potential for Geelong business growth

GEELONG is growing fast and can keep growing as it approaches a population of half a million, according to a new report from KPMG. Released...

November 1, 2023

Nominations open for state Landcare Awards

THE 2023-24 state and territory Landcare Awards are now open for nominations, and aim to recognise the outstanding contributions made by those involved in...

November 1, 2023

Foundation 61 supported with Australia Post grant

FOUNDATION 61 is one of 72 not-for-profit community groups supporting mental health to receive a grant from Australia Post this year. The not-for-profit rehabilitation facility...

October 29, 2023

genU makes changes to aged care in Lara

DISABILITY services provider genU is changing its provision for the elderly in Lara, selling an aged care facility to a Tasmanian-based organisation and making...

October 29, 2023

RCV calls for help on rural housing

VICTORIA'S rural areas need urgent and targeted measures to help tackle the housing crisis, according to a new report. Rural Councils Victoria (RCV) has released...

October 29, 2023

Volunteers’ diligent watching celebrated

THE hard work of volunteers across not only the Geelong region but also Victoria have been recognised in the latest EstuaryWatch and WaterWatch Annual...

October 27, 2023

CASE IN POINT: Business case reveals Parks Victoria’s Serendip stance

A BUSINESS case for the future of Serendip Sanctuary has revealed Parks Victoria always opposed keeping a captive breeding program at the site, regardless...

October 26, 2023

CFA dismayed by out-of-control burnoffs

THE Country Fire Authority (CFA) is asking Victorians to take extreme care when burning off, following 115 out-of-control burn-offs across the state in September. To...

October 25, 2023

Lost lives remembered

GEELONG Cemeteries Trust has again given local families who have suffered pregnancy and infant loss the opportunity to honour and remember their much-loved babies. The...

October 25, 2023

National Skills Agreement to drive TAFE funding

THE Gordon TAFE will be one of the major beneficiaries of the federal and state governments' new National Skills Agreement (NSA), which places TAFE...

October 24, 2023

Talking infrastructure over breakfast

A GEELONG Chamber of Commerce event next month will provide insights about the considerable level of funding and building activity happening in Geelong now...

October 24, 2023

Young people urged to ditch expectations and seek help

New research released to mark headspace day on October 4 has found two in five young Australians prefer to deal with their emotional problems...

October 22, 2023

Cemeteries Trust keeps Blue Tree initiative growing

ANOTHER Blue Tree has grown in the Geelong region, with the Geelong Cemeteries Trust revealing its contribution to the national initiative. The sculptural tree in...

October 22, 2023

Most unaware of life-saving screening

A new survey from Cancer Council Victoria has revealed an alarming gap in knowledge about cervical screening in regional Victoria. Regional Victorian women and people...

October 21, 2023

Villawood gives back to community groups

SEVERAL community groups across Geelong have been supported in the latest round of funding from Villawood Properties' philanthropic arm.Villawood Foundation ambassador and radio and...

October 20, 2023

DirectBor wins top prize at Geelong Business Excellence Awards

DIRECTBOR is offically the best in the business across the Geelong region, winning the top gong at yesterday's (Thursday, October 19) Geelong Business Excellence...