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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July 25, 2018

Geelong community solar powers up

RESIDENTS living in Geelong’s Multicultural Aged Care Centre Services (MACS) will soon have access to cheaper energy, thanks to a 520-panel solar project funded...

July 25, 2018

Villawood furnishes the Encompass winter appeal

GEELONG not-for-profit organisation Encompass says items donated by Villawood Properties have been taken up immediately by Geelong’s needy. The collection from several of the developer’s...

July 25, 2018

Young leader sought to represent the region

YOUNG leaders from across the state's south-west have been invited to apply to be a delegate at a major regional conference to be held...

July 25, 2018

Partnership bridges the gap with sustainable solution

A HIGHLY sustainable bridge reinforced with carbon fibre made in Geelong could one day become commonplace across Australia. To encourage sustainable innovation, the City of...

July 25, 2018

EPA busts Moolap business over recyclables fire

BURNING industrial waste blamed on a discarded cigarette has cost a Moolap company nearly $8,000 in fines. Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) fined VTA Pty...

July 25, 2018

Colac Otway seeks input on Australia Day event

THE Colac Otway Shire is reaching out to the community to help shape Australia Day festivities for next year and into the future. At last...

July 25, 2018

Little heroes to put on a fundraiser

A PAIR of passionate mothers have joined forces to put on a fundraiser next month for organisations close to their hearts. The Help 4 Little...

July 25, 2018

Letters To The Editor – July 26, 2018

Love the game

Dear Editor, Across the state last weekend, elite and community AFL clubs put aside traditional rivalries to unite in our love of everything...

July 25, 2018

Seagulls say “I do” at mock wedding

BARWON Heads Football and Netball Club recently invited guests to their last player’s function of the year – The 2018 Mock Wedding. The event proved...

July 25, 2018

Study cautions against total rabbit removal

RABBITS have a long and notorious association with the Geelong region, but a new study from Deakin University suggests removing them all could be...

July 25, 2018

Retail investment with upside

WITH the coastal hamlet of St Leonards transitioning from its historic holiday-village image to an increasingly resident-based community, businesses and investment in this burgeoning...

July 25, 2018

FOUR-WEEK CAMPAIGN GETS OZAN RESULT

With over 45 inspections throughout a four-week campaign, 52 Ozan Crescent Jan Juc sold at auction for $661,000 to a Melburnian who has a...

July 25, 2018

Local Builder Hamlan celebrates 35 years

Hamlan, Geelong’s biggest locally owned and operated builder, is celebrating 35 years of building homes across Geelong and the Surf Coast. Hamlan started in Anglesea...

July 25, 2018

Help plan a spectacular Christmas at Warralily

For a dedicated group of Warralily residents, July signifies the start of planning to bring a spectacular Christmas event to more than 6,000 locals...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Locals caring for locals – OPSM Waurn Ponds

Local optometrist Hayley Birch has lived in Torquay all her life and loves caring for the eyes of her community. Graduating amongst the inaugural optometry...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: For all things outdoor cooking – about barbeques & fireplaces

The about barbeques & fireplaces team has always had barbecues in place since day one. With most people now preferring to at least do the...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Don’t lose sleep and money over aged care – Muirfield Financial Services

Taking the step to move a loved one to aged care can be a draining one, emotionally, physically and financially. To make the transition as...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Making clients’ dreams on paper a reality – Torquay Select Homes

At Torquay Select Homes, building homes to suit the lifestyle sought after in the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong is all about choice and...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Creating a positive state of mind – Upstate Yoga

It’s been almost 10 years since Gail and Charelle opened their doors, and the sisters have never been more excited and passionate about their...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Community mental health and wellbeing services – Bellarine Peninsula Psychology

Bellarine Peninsula Psychology provides mental health and wellbeing services for the community in a boutique clinic in Ocean Grove. Having worked in elite sport both...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Experience prevails at Torquay Joinery – Torquay Joinery

The old saying you can’t beat experience certainly applies to the team at Torquay Joinery, led by owner John Parrello who has been in...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Simple, elegant jewellery – Silver & Sea Jewellery

Silver & Sea Jewellery markets itself on “simplicity and true elegance”. Over the years, Silver & Sea Jewellery has developed its own sense of style...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Medical Skin Clinic Australia celebrates milestone – Medical Skin Clinic

July is an exciting month for Medical Skin Clinic Australia, as they celebrate their fourth birthday they welcome back owner Dr Caroline Taylor-Walker from...

July 25, 2018

Business Excellence: Quality kitchens you can build yourself – Kitchens U Build

Kitchens U Build offers more than just your standard, off the shelf, flat-pack system. Carol-Lynne Mitchell said the business offered a higher quality, custom and...

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