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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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October 3, 2018

Big line-up signs up to help out in Connecting Song

GEELONG music royalty Adalita, Mick Thomas and Mark Wilson have signed up to mentor the next generation of unsigned Geelong musicians through Connecting Song. In...

October 3, 2018

The Pulse announces dates for election candidate forums

GEELONG-based community radio station 94.7 The Pulse is again putting contenders in the coming state election behind the microphone, announcing the dates and times...

October 3, 2018

City confirms Mercer Street site for new HQ

THE City of Greater Geelong will partner with a private developer to build a new administrative office for the council at Mercer Street in...

October 3, 2018

Nominations open for Geelong’s Youth Council

NOMINATIONS for a new Greater Geelong Youth Council will open later this month, after the concept was endorsed by the council at last week’s...

October 3, 2018

Helen Garner to headline Word For Word

AUSTRALIAN author Helen Garner has been revealed as the star attraction at this year’s Word for Word National Non-Fiction Festival in Geelong. The award-winning author...

October 3, 2018

By the book: Geelong mayor and Surf Coast councillor defend library CEO

GEELONG’S mayor and a Surf Coast councillor have spoken up in support of overseas travel by Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation staff, particularly chief executive...

October 3, 2018

Otway Health signs up to GoodSAM

A NEW smartphone app that uses GPS technology to alert emergency services and nearby medically trained professionals to an emergency situation has been launched...

October 3, 2018

Open house sessions to discuss Apollo Bay erosion

OPEN house sessions for the community will be held tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday, October 6 to discuss long-term coastal erosion strategies at Apollo Bay...

October 3, 2018

Grass pollen season begins

GRASS pollen season has begun, and data from Waurn Ponds is now helping drive Victoria’s epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecasting system. Deputy Chief Health Officer Dr...

October 3, 2018

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative gets grant for Treaty Circles

THE state government has announced a grant to support the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative to engage more Aboriginal Victorians on the state’s Treaty process. Last month,...

October 3, 2018

Applications open again for Building Better Regions Fund

APPLICATIONS have opened for the $200 million allocated to round 3 of the federal government’s Building Better Regions Fund. Rounds one and two of the...

October 3, 2018

MARTIN PROVES HE’S A MASTER

Young golfers put their skills to the test earlier this week during The Matt Milne Junior Masters at Portarlington Golf Club. The winner was...

October 3, 2018

Letters To The Editor – October 4, 2018

Town criers leave visitors with pleasant memories

Dear Editor, Oyez! Oyez! Anglesea has again hosted the annual Angair weekend featuring all things local – native plants, talented...

October 3, 2018

Juc SLSC grand final fundraiser kicks goals

Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club’s annual Grand Final Friday fundraiser enjoyed another successful year. Held at the RACV Resort Torquay, the luncheon was...

October 3, 2018

HOUSING MARKET IN STRONG POSITION

Despite the doomsayers forecasting a drop in the property market, high levels of equity and a strong labour market will eliminate the potential of...

October 3, 2018

Tigers welcome five-team limit for U13s next year

THE Torquay Tigers have welcomed a decision by AFL Barwon to allow each of its football clubs to have five Under 13 teams in...

October 3, 2018

From The Mat – October 4, 2018

THE season has started well despite some mixed weather. Many thanks to Geelong Cement Bowls Club who travelled down to Anglesea for a Pennant...

October 1, 2018

Alcoa to re-attempt power station demolition this week – UPDATED

UPDATE - Alcoa has announced that based on current weather forecasts, the demolition will take place  on  Wednesday, October 3 between noon and 4pm. Original...

September 27, 2018

LABOR PLEDGES BETTER PLANNING PROTECTIONS IF IT WINS ELECTION

LABOR has flagged a considerable strengthening of planning laws for the Surf Coast and the Bellarine Peninsula if it wins November’s state election, pledging...

September 26, 2018

Labor pledges better planning protections if it wins election

LABOR has flagged a considerable strengthening of planning laws for the Surf Coast and the Bellarine Peninsula if it wins November’s state election, pledging...

September 26, 2018

Katos promises refurbished rooms at Torquay SLSC

THE Opposition has made a splash at the Torquay Surf Lifesaving Club, pledging nearly three quarters of a million dollars towards refurbishing the clubhouse. Shadow...

September 26, 2018

Millions for major Geelong waterfront redevelopment

THE federal government has announced an additional $3.5 million to ensure the eagerly anticipated Geelong City Deal is one step closer. This new federal funding,...

September 26, 2018

Second year of fracking ban celebrated

COMMUNITIES and councils opposed to unconventional gas have celebrated the second anniversary of the Labor government’s moratorium on the industry. Treasurer and Minister for Resources...

September 26, 2018

Shire talks business at breakfast

BREAKFASTERS at Torquay Commerce and Tourism’s latest Sunrise Series event heard soundings from a business barometer on Tuesday morning. The shire’s business and tourism strategy...