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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 13, 2023

House of Hope celebrates solar donation

THE outlook is bright at the House of Hope now under construction in Mount Duneed, with a donated solar system expected to save the...

October 12, 2023

Wonders of Greatopia revealed

THE most impressive tourist destinations that showcase the greatness of the Great Ocean Road and surrounds have been revealed. Great Ocean Road Regional Tourism (GORRT)...

October 11, 2023

Business leader training program launched

THE Gordon TAFE and the Geelong Chamber of Commerce have launched a new program that will help regional leaders go to the next level. Designed...

October 11, 2023

Geelong leaders welcome new Premier

GEELONG'S leaders have welcomed Jacinta Allan as Victoria's new Premier. Ms Allan was chosen as the party's leader by her Labor colleagues last week, following...

October 11, 2023

Project to research water-wise jeans

A PARTNERSHIP between Deakin University and with Geelong-based company Xefco aims to reduce the world's fashion footprint and create a "greener" pair of jeans. Deakin...

October 11, 2023

Call to get moving on pedestrian crossing

SOME parents and locals in Jan Juc and Bellbrae are urging the various responsible authorities to work faster to create a safe pedestrian crossing...

October 11, 2023

Blue Tree to make Torquay debut

A TORQUAY tree is getting a "blue lease of life" in the latest addition to an Australia-wide campaign to start conversations about mental health. Members...

October 6, 2023

ARTS AMBITIONS: Council checks in on four-year plan

THE Surf Coast Shire has checked in on its progress towards the directives listed in its Council Plan 2021-2025. Adopted by the council in 2021,...

October 6, 2023

Register your burn-off early and online

THE number of burn-offs is predicted to increase considerably as the weather improves, and emergency services are urging landowners to register burn-offs as early...

October 6, 2023

Celebrate at the Croatian Club

Make your next celebration truly special at the Croatian Club, Geelong. The Bell Park venue prides itself on the ability to deliver your function. No matter...

October 3, 2023

Ambitious targets in Housing Statement welcomed

STAKEHOLDERS including Regional Cities Victoria (RCV) and the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) have welcomed the focus on reforming the state's planning system...

October 2, 2023

Film to highlight dangers of seismic testing

THE Surfrider Foundation is stepping up its campaign against proposed seismic testing off the Otways coast by running a national film tour, including to...

September 30, 2023

Inquiry urged to find answers for future pandemics

The federal government will hold a commission of inquiry into Australia's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the nation's peak body for public health...

September 28, 2023

Geelong’s Darby wins Heart of Football Award

KATE Darby from the Geelong Football Club has been revealed as the winner of this year's Tom Hafey Variety Heart of Football Award. The prestigious...

September 28, 2023

Torquay to host Seniors Festival events

THE Victorian Seniors Festival is heading to Torquay next month, with two free events to be held in the town. The annual festival will return...

September 27, 2023

Lithium-ion battery fires spark concerns

VICTORIA'S fire services are responding to at least one significant lithium-ion battery-related fire each week, and this trend is expected to increase. Energy Safe Victoria,...

September 24, 2023

Survey reveals worrying bushfire statistic

A SURVEY by the CFA has revealed more than half of Victorians in high-risk bushfire areas would stay at their properties until they felt...

September 23, 2023

Don’t wait to seek help with mental health

Beyond Blue and Kids Helpline are highlighting not only the importance of early intervention for those with mental health conditions but also why some...

September 21, 2023

Avalon boss wants second airport parity

THE head of Avalon Airport is calling for parity in Australia's aviation future, arguing a new paper released by the federal government is tilted...

September 20, 2023

Entries open to Otway Odyssey

ENTRIES for next year's Otway Odyssey Mountain Bike Marathon and the Great Otway Gravel Grind have opened. After this year's record-breaking event in Forrest, it...

September 20, 2023

Forestry industry raises ash warning

THE group representing the forestry industry has warned Victoria's ash forests are at risk of collapsing due to a seed shortage and frequent fires. Forestry...

September 18, 2023

Push to keep affordable housing in Armstrong Creek

TALKS have begun to fill in the details of what Geelong is going to receive instead of the Commonwealth Games, and local stakeholders are...

September 16, 2023

Fringe favourites head to Geelong

Geelong Arts Centre says it is thrilled to welcome back the Melbourne Fringe Festival this October for three nights of eclectic performances in the...

September 15, 2023

Report “sobering” for clubs

Of the 281 deaths, 16 (6 per cent) were under the age of five, which is down by a third (33 per cent) on...