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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September 6, 2025

Forecasting tenderness and connection

DULUX has revealed its annual Colour Forecast for 2026, which sees a rise in calming and connecting colours in response to continued global uncertainty...

August 29, 2025

Beetlejuice the Musical closing soon in Melbourne

THE ghost with the most has less than a fortnight left on stage in Australia. The two leads of Beetlejuice the Musical, Eddie Perfect (Beetlejuice)...

August 27, 2025

Tehan promotes My First Speech competition

THE Speaker of the House of Representatives Milton Dick and Wannon federal member Dan Tehan are promoting the My First Speech competition to...

August 26, 2025

Shape the shire’s future places, spaces

THE Surf Coast Shire is drawing up a plan for new or renewed community facilities and open spaces across the municipality over the next...

August 26, 2025

Ambulances arriving quicker in Barwon South West

AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) has thanked people across the state for saving ambulances for the state's sickest people, with new data showing paramedics are responding...

August 26, 2025

Take a walk out of the shadows

This World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), Lifeline is encouraging Australians to walk 9km to honour the nine lives lost to suicide every day...

August 25, 2025

Whale species unearthed at Jan Juc

A FOSSIL estimated at 26 million years old found near Jan Juc belongs to a new species of whale, according to scientists at Museums...

August 23, 2025

New home sales performing strongly

SALES of new detached homes increased by 18.8 per cent in the three months to June 2025 compared to the previous three months, according...

August 20, 2025

Deakin research to improve textile recycling

DEAKIN University's Recycling and Clean Energy Commercialisation Hub (REACH) has joined forces with Samsara Eco to fast-track world-first technology that could finally recycle textiles...

August 20, 2025

Fund to support drought-affected farmers

THE Victorian government has opened a $2 million fund to help farmers in south-west Victoria get through the drought.The Household Financial Relief Program provides...

August 19, 2025

Shire to host next meeting in Winchelsea

THE Surf Coast Shire council is hosting its next meeting at Winchelsea's Eastern Reserve Community Centre later this month. The August 26 meeting will start...

August 19, 2025

Community urged to level up against car theft

CRIME Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are urging the community to take an active role in protecting their vehicles, as part of a new...

August 19, 2025

Apprentices show their skills

THE Gordon TAFE has co-hosted a showcase of Geelong's next crop of construction workers. On Tuesday last week, Bellarine MP visited the Apprenticeships Victoria event...

August 18, 2025

Shoot your shot for Natural’s 2026 calendar

NATURAL Real Estate has announce the return of its popular Calendar Photo Competition for a seventh year running. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to...

August 18, 2025

Rural doctors urge action on flu

As flu season hits hard across Australia, rural doctors are urging locals to protect their communities, especially vulnerable children and older people, by getting...

August 13, 2025

Geelong, Surf Coast, Bellarine land sales hit two-year high

LAND sales across Greater Geelong, the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula are surging, hitting their highest levels in more than two years as buyers...

August 13, 2025

ATO issues warning on GST falsifications

THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is warning it is on watch for businesses committing GST fraud, making dishonest claims and falsifying invoices this tax...

August 13, 2025

Continues Motown tour

HUMAN Nature has announced their 2026 MTWN 2026 Regional Tour will see the show head south next year to continue the Motown celebrations, including...

August 13, 2025

Project explores local biochar potential

RESEARCHERS at Deakin University, Barwon Water and RMIT are working together to explore how food and garden waste can be used for agriculture and...

August 12, 2025

Contracts locked in for road’s second stage

CONTRACTS have been locked in for the second stage of the Barwon Heads Road upgrade, with the Australian and Victorian governments announcing on Wednesday...

August 11, 2025

SECG wants e-bikes allowed on public transport

THE Surf Coast Environment Group (SCEG) has joined other advocacy groups in opposing the Victorian government's planned ban on e-bikes on public transport. Last month,...

August 10, 2025

Bellbrae church adds garden

THE Uniting Church at Bellbrae has added a new reflective garden for future enjoyment and contemplation. The garden at the church in School Road is...

August 9, 2025

Road’s great acessibility touted

GREAT Ocean Road Regional Tourism (GORRT) has launched a new campaign showcasing accessible experiences in the region, and challenging people's perceptions of travel for...

August 8, 2025

Master plan in works for recreation reserve

ARMSTRONG Creek residents can now peruse the City of Greater Geelong's plans to transform a vacant site into a recreation and community hub, with...