About: jamestaylor

Profile: 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).

Posts by: jamestaylor

April 5, 2024

MBA urge action to lift apprenticeship numbers

The latest apprenticeship and trainee dataagain confirms building and construction industry concerns of a critical labour shortage in the middle of a housing crisis,...

April 4, 2024

Geelong business leaders welcome new city-G21 deal

GEELONG business leaders have welcomed the City of Greater Geelong's reversal of its decision to cut ties with G21 Geelong Region Alliance as well...

April 3, 2024

Autumn Market set to delight

WARRALILY'S Autumn Market has become a highlight for locals in Geelong and along the Surf Coast, and the event will be presented again next...

March 31, 2024

GPs support crackdown on vaping

GPs have again thrown their support behind the federal government's crackdown on vaping. The stance follows the federal government's introduction last week of the Therapeutic...

March 29, 2024

Historic Elstow’s new era

Edwardian beauty "Elstow" is being presented to market for the first time after a meticulous restoration and respectful modern extension by multi-award-winning custom builder...

March 26, 2024

Women test their rescue skills

FEMALE Victorian State Emergency Services (VICSES) volunteers from Geelong, the Bellarine, the Surf Coast and beyond joined forces as part of a Victoria-wide training...

March 22, 2024

Poll supports winding back tax breaks for investment properties

Everybody's Home says a new poll suggests most Australians are open to winding back tax breaks for property investors, with less than a quarter...

March 21, 2024

Crowds to flock to Off-Grid Living Festival

WITH energy bills on the rise, an unstable economy, and the climate crisis now in the forefront of the media, everyday people are seeking...

March 15, 2024

Great Ocean Properties Autumn Report

Welcome to our Autumn 2024 report. There is a lot happening in the world of property and as usual we will do our best...

March 8, 2024

Allen to not run at shire election

THE Surf Coast Shire council will have at least one new face in its new guise after this year's local government elections, with Lorne...

March 5, 2024

Lorne benefits from hosting conferences

LORNE has enjoyed an economic boost of more than $2 million after hosting a series of prominent conferences during February. The Lorne Proteomics, Lorne Proteins,...

February 29, 2024

Shire promises more work on GOR pedestrian crossing

THE wait for a pedestrian crossing on the Great Ocean Road in Jan Juc goes on, with the Surf Coast Shire stating it is...

February 29, 2024

Shire has rethink about plans for Anglesea hub

THE Surf Coast Shire is having a rethink about its proposal to redevelop the McMillan Street precinct in Anglesea and is inviting applicants to...

February 22, 2024

Queens of the Stone Age do it again in Torquay

US hard rock legends Queens of the Stone Age turned up the volume in Torquay on Sunday night, closing out a big day of...

February 21, 2024

Grow a mullet for mental health

Black Dog Institute is calling on Australians to show they are all ears by growing a mullet and participating in Mullets for Mental Health. Growing...

February 20, 2024

Australian Orphanage Museum receives historic candle

GEELONG'S Australian Orphanage Museum has welcomed the mysterious donation of a nearly century-old item to its collection. The candle is covered in text and is...

February 20, 2024

Beware of bank impersonation scams, bank urges

BENDIGO and Adelaide Bank and its associated Community Bank branches are warning the community about bank impersonation scams, which saw more than $20 million...

February 19, 2024

30 years on, slip slop slap is still important

With the new school year under way, SunSmart and the Victorian government are reminding students and parents across Victoria of the importance of being...

February 19, 2024

Wait continues for Iona College school crossings

THE City of Greater Geelong says it is working as fast as it can to create a school crossing for students at Iona College,...

February 18, 2024

Nearly half of parents supplying secondary students with alcohol

The Alcohol and Drug Foundation (ADF) is concerned about new data revealing a concerning number of parents allowing their children to drink alcohol. The "Secondary...

February 16, 2024

“Right to disconnect” could hit small businesses hardest

THE new national "right to disconnect" laws recently passed by the Albanese Government could "inadvertently undermine" small businesses in particular, according to Geelong Chamber...

February 14, 2024

Next-day Amazon delivery launched in Geelong

THE Australian arm of global e-commerce company Amazon has extended its Prime Free One-Day Delivery service to Geelong and surrounds. The next-day service became available...

February 12, 2024

Commerce Torquay to hold first gathering of 2024

COMMERCE Torquay will continue its popular series of business networking events in the new year, with the first for 2024 to be held this...