About: James Taylor

Shire confirms changes to aquatic centre layout

THE Surf Coast Shire has agreed with a proposal to change the scope of the Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre (SCAHC). The latest revisions...

Aerobatic teams fly the friendly skies

THE Australian International Airshow has officially started its defence expo, and aircraft from two nations took off together yesterday (Monday, February 27) to give...

Cats reveal new captain

THE Geelong Cats have announced its 54^th VFL/AFL captain and its first new captain in 12 seasons.

The new captain has succeeded the club's...

More changes proposed for aquatic centre

THE facilities at the proposed Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre (SCAHC) would change in scope again under the latest proposed revisions to the...

Surf Coast remembers Ash Wednesday

MORE than 200 people gathered in Aireys Inlet earlier today (Thursday, February 16) to hear stories of resilience and recovery on a day four...

Federal case against Better Beer dismissed

ONE of the owners of Torquay-based brewer Better Beer said he always knew his products "were on the right side of the law" following...

Epworth confirms maternity service will close

THE doors will come down at the Epworth Geelong maternity service in a little under two months, with Epworth HealthCare confirming this morning (Thursday,...

Sprinters reign supreme in seventh Cadel race

THE seventh edition of the Elite Men's Race in the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) was fought out at the end by...

Time to focus on women’s heart health

Every February is REDFEB, heart awareness month, and this year Heart Research Australia is raising awareness about the underdiagnosis and undertreatment of women with...

Hundreds flock to Family Ride

THE Vegemite Family Ride has made a highly popular return to the Geelong Waterfront, with several hundred participants getting on their wheels in the...

Bonza’s Avalon flights go on sale

FLIGHTS are now on sale for Australia’s newest low-cost airline Bonza to and from Geelong's Avalon Airport and Queensland. As part of Bonza’s phased rollout...

Jean helps out everywhere

JEAN Young has always tried to help out, no matter where she has been throughout her life. The 30-year Torquay resident was awarded a Medal...

Cyclists ride wave of welcome in Jan Juc

FEMALE riders in this weekend's Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) rode a wave of support this evening as they were welcomed back...

Fourth time’s the charm for Pier to Pub winners

HAYDEN Cotter from Manly has claimed his fourth Lorne Pier to Pub today (Saturday, January 14), covering the 1.2km event in 11.48, beating Bailey...

Annual fair to support Queenscliff charity

CHILDREN’S charity Cottage by the Sea is gearing up for its annual fair, which will be staged tomorrow (Saturday, January 14). The fair is the...

Cheers to 10 years of great beers in Geelong

GREAT Australian Beer Festival (GABF) Geelong turns 10 next weekend, celebrating with a plethora of food, drink and entertainment across the Friday and Saturday. With...

Roxie Bennett to hang up the microphone

GEELONG radio personality Roxanne Bennett is hanging up the microphone after more than 30 years in the business. Bennett has had several on-air roles with...

Contract awarded for Rosser Boulevard traffic lights

CONSTRUCTION to finish the intersection of Rosser Boulevard, Coombes Road and the Surf Coast Highway in Torquay North is expected to start in February...

No Race Torquay in Cadel’s race in 2023

THE Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) will return in 2023 after a two-year absence, but the event will not have Race Torquay...

By The Pier lineup revealed

The sister event to last weekend's Queenscliff Music Festival has just announced the lineup for its March 2023 edition. Thelma Plum, SAFIA, Holy Holy, King...

Queenscliff Music Festival makes impressive return

THE Queenscliff Music Festival has made a triumphant return to the Geelong region's festival circuit, with thousands flocking through the gates over three days...

Local attractions win at Victorian Tourism Awards

TOURISM attractions and services from across the Geelong region are among the top winners in this year's Victorian Tourism Awards. Hosted annually by the Victoria...

Liberal MP returned as Labor wins election

LIBERAL incumbent Richard Riordan weathered a challenge in Polwarth on Saturday, holding his seat and expressing his leadership ambitions as Labor retained power at...

Star Cafe serves up vital job skills

A NEW cafe in Torquay will officially open next week, not only marking International Day of People with Disability but also giving local residents...