About: James Taylor

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October 2, 2023

Planning application lodged for aquatic centre

THE long-awaited aquatic centre for Torquay has achieved a major milestone, with a planning application lodged for the project. Public exhibition for the Surf Coast...

September 30, 2023

Author seeks Heart-starting support

First-time author Bridget Perrett is on the verge of publishing her debut novel, and is hoping for a little crowd support to get it...

September 29, 2023

Visitor economy expo has jobs on offer

THE visitor economy in the Geelong region continues to call out for more workers, and several organisations are teaming up to present a job...

September 28, 2023

Nuclear power on Surf Coast “incomprehensible”, says Greens MP

GREENS MP and former City of Greater Geelong councillor Sarah Mansfield has pushed back against Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's support for nuclear power at...

September 26, 2023

Shire delays decision on Cypress Lane land

THE Surf Coast Shire has pushed its decision about whether to sell land to enable a major retirement village in Torquay into next week. Councillors...

September 24, 2023

A story of a brilliant list

It starts with a list: a list of everything brilliant about the world. Every Brilliant Thing is a one-person show that follows one woman's pursuit...

September 20, 2023

Partners sought to build regional precincts

THE federal government is calling for applications to plan and then build precincts with services and infrastructure tailored to local needs. Using a partnership approach,...

September 19, 2023

Children urged to show appreciation for nature

AS PART of its 25th anniversary, Junior Landcare is calling on children to share what they love most about the environment, and the steps...

September 18, 2023

Shire receives petition about LGBTIQA+ committee

THE Surf Coast Shire has bent its own rules to accept a petition urging the shire to start a LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committee. Councillors received a...

September 17, 2023

COGG 2024 Youth Council

YOUNG people across the City of Greater Geelong passionate about making a difference in the community are encouraged to nominate for the city's 2024...

September 15, 2023

Spending up across city

THE Geelong Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the latest economic figures from the City of Greater Geelong, which revealed $5.9 billon was spent in...

September 13, 2023

Online session to again discuss Lorne’s affordable housing

THE next in a series of online discussions about improving the supply of affordable housing in Lorne will be held today (Wednesday, September 13). The...

September 12, 2023

Changes proposed at Torquay complex

BTHE proponents of the eight-figure complex under construction in Torquay are proposing some alterations. G2 Urban Planning has submitted an application to the Surf Coast...

September 12, 2023

Tens of thousands oppose seismic testing

OPPOSITION to a plan to run large-scale seismic testing for oil and gas off the Victorian coast is getting louder, with more than 30,000...

September 11, 2023

Shire strategy to support creative economy

THE Surf Coast Shire has laid out its vision for the municipality to an even bigger creative hotspot within a decade Councillors adopted the new...

September 10, 2023

Managing digital safety weighs on parents

A new study has found there is a considerable digital burden on parents as they try to mitigate the risks associated with their children...

September 9, 2023

Shake your groove thing with Priscilla

Get ready to shake your groove thing as Australia's most successful homegrown musical Priscilla, Queen of the Desert rocks in to Geelong for the...

September 8, 2023

New skate park rolled out in Waurn Ponds

SKATERS are back on decks at a bigger and better skate park in Waurn Ponds, which is now officially open. The design of the nearly...

September 8, 2023

Nelson Financial’s top brokering recognised

Local family business Nelson Financial's expertise and service to its clients has been recognised at this year's prestigious Australian Financial Group (AFG) Broker Awards. The...

September 7, 2023

Evans shares economic predictions

THE housing market has been the real surprise of the past 12 months, Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said during an event in Geelong. Mr...

September 7, 2023

Event inspires Koorie students

ABORIGINAL and Torres Strait Islander students from across the Geelong region had a glimpse of their future careers at this year's Koorie Student Aspirations...

September 7, 2023

Crafty and classic quilts to go on show

THE Geelong Patchwork and Quilters Guild Inc. has announced the return of its annual Members Quilt Exhibition. More than 100 quilts will be on display.at...

September 3, 2023

City’s technology projects praised

THE City of Greater Geelong has been recognised for its use of innovative technology to enhance and uplift its Smart City projects by the...

September 3, 2023

Cleaning your chimney flue could prevent disaster

VICTORIA'S fire services are recommending homeowners across the state prioritise cleaning their chimneys to help prevent a fire occurring. A recent chimney fire in a...