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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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December 23, 2024

RAAF flypast remembers Pt Addis tragedy

JUST over eight decades ago, a B-25D Mitchell bomber crashed off Point Addis near Anglesea, marking a tragic chapter in Australia's wartime history. On December...

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

Shire councillors appointed to committees

THE Surf Coast Shire council has endorsed appointments of its members councillors to 17 key committees and regional/peak organisations, which will take on high...

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

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...

December 15, 2024

Christmas lights delight neighbours in Armstrong Creek

THE dedicated work of an Armstrong Creek resident is again lighting up his street at Christmas time and delighting his neighbours. On Thursday last week,...

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

Views sought to improve Aireys top shops design

AIREYS Inlet locals and visitors are invited to help shape a design to improve the entrance to the town's top shops area on the...

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

Choir sings out loud thanks to shire grant

NEW sound and lighting equipment purchased via a Surf Coast Shire grant is helping Torquay's All Aboard disABILITY Choir to be better heard and...

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

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 8, 2024

Works finished at Port miniature railway

A SMALL but popular tourist attraction on the Bellarine Peninsula is building up steam for summer crowds via support from a Victorian government grant. The...

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

Shire shoppers invited to share the festive spirit locally

THE Surf Coast Shire is joining trader groups across the municipality to run Christmas activities and encourage community members to shop local this festive...

November 29, 2024

Crowd enjoys inclusive day in Torquay

VICTORIA Police hosted an event on Sunday that saw people of all abilities come together for a day of fun, connection and inclusivity in...

November 29, 2024

Fire Danger Period begins in the shire

THE Fire Danger Period (FDP) is now in effect across the Surf Coast Shire, and the shire started its annual roadside slashing program this...

November 28, 2024

Aireys students spread a kind message

STUDENTS at Aireys Inlet Primary School are having a special day next week to remind everyone of the incredible power of kindness and its...

November 27, 2024

VEC supports changes to electoral laws

THE Victorian Electoral Commission has called on the state government to introduce reforms to the state's electoral laws suggested by a parliamentary committee. The Electoral...

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...

November 27, 2024

Geelong Connected Communities, Beyond Bank ink sponsorship

GEELONG Connected Communities has announced it has signed a new three-year major sponsorship deal with Beyond Bank Australia, one of Australia's largest customer-owned banks. "Beyond...

November 27, 2024

Treatment gap emerges for life-saving care

Health experts are concerned too many Victorians living with hepatitis B are missing out on lifesaving care and treatment, with data revealing less than...

November 26, 2024

Report reveals gap in vital floating skills

A NEW report reveals nearly half of all parents are not confident their children possess the water safety skills needed to survive an emergency,...