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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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September 15, 2023

Discover coastal retirement in the heart of Torquay

LIONS Village Torquay, the established location for coastal retirement living, is excited to announce its coming Open Day on September 24. Nestled in a quiet...

September 15, 2023

Commute to the city from Portarlington in only 70 minutes

ARE you someone who travels into Melbourne from the Bellarine Peninsula occasionally and is sick and tired of the congested freeway or sitting on...

September 15, 2023

Wathaurong to vote yes

ON Saturday, October 14, all Australians have a very important decision to make as they head to the polls to decide if they want...

September 15, 2023

Gawk Outdoor puts up its 100th billboard

GAWK Outdoor, the leading provider of Outdoor Advertising in regional Victoria, has marked the significant milestone of 100 billboard sites. Gawk Outdoor's growth has been...

September 15, 2023

Get ready to race, Geelong

IT'S that time of year again… the bet365 Geelong Cup is back, bigger and better than ever in 2023. Hosted by the Geelong Racing Club...

September 15, 2023

Pushing the boundaries with cutting-edge experiences

THIS month, Geelong Arts Centre will reveal the capabilities of its brand new theatre spaces with a diverse line-up of riveting shows that celebrate...

September 10, 2023

Applicants sought for Nature Stewards

PEOPLE in the Geelong community with a passion for the local environment and the great outdoors are encouraged to apply for the City of...

September 10, 2023

Wine celebration to toast new location

The time is coming to again raise a glass and celebrate the 20th edition of Wine Geelong's Toast to the Coast. The biggest showcase of...

September 9, 2023

Penicillin allergy: less common than people think

Knowing your penicillin allergy status could make a big difference if you end up in hospital, a new study has found. As many as 18-25...

September 8, 2023

Dulux forecasts warmth, positivity in 2024 palette

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the annual Dulux Colour Forecast, this year's trends reflect an inner desire for positivity and spaces that nurture within...

September 4, 2023

Technology deployed to help protect Karaaf Wetlands

ROBOT cameras are crawling into drains and drones are taking off in Torquay North as part of the latest efforts to protect the Karaaf...

September 2, 2023

Martin wins plaudits at AusMumpreneur Awards

ARTIST, author, resilience coach and public speaker Justine Martin had a highly successful night at this year's AusMumpreneur Awards. The Geelong resident and "Queen of...

September 1, 2023

Call for National Construction Strategy

Improving the performance of the construction industry is the key to lifting national productivity, according to the Australian Constructors Association (ACA). The association's chief executive...

September 1, 2023

ON THE OUTER: Shire excluded from Growing Suburbs Fund

THE Surf Coast Shire has lost access to an important source of funding for major projects, with the municipality again excluded from the state...

September 1, 2023

WEAVING THE FUTURE: World-class fibres research hub opens

THE Southern Hemisphere's biggest and most sophisticated fibres research group is now up and weaving in Geelong. The Australian Research Council (ARC) Research Hub for...

September 1, 2023

Elmo brings the circus to town

ELMO and all your Sesame Street favourites are on their way to Geelong later this month with a new theatre show. Elmo's Circus Dream takes...

August 27, 2023

Teen smoking increases

The rate of smoking among Australian teenagers has increased for the first time in 25 years, according to new research by Cancer Council Victoria. The...

August 27, 2023

Saroo to share remarkable story in Geelong

THE remarkable true story of loss, determination, resilience and discovery that went from India to Tasmania and back again will be told in Geelong...

August 27, 2023

Aussies care about mental health but not privacy

A survey has found three-quarters of Australians are using technology to support their mental health, but most of those are at risk of losing...

August 25, 2023

COMMON GROUND: Shire supports concept for Winchelsea Common

THE Surf Coast Shire will go further with its concept to improve the Winchelsea Common, but will not build a bike track on the...

August 25, 2023

Geelong Art Show makes its debut

A NEW art show has opened its doors to the community and provided a new platform for artists not only in Geelong but across...

August 25, 2023

Feedback sought on new community hub

THE next community hub for the growing Armstrong Creek area is in the works, and public feedback is being sought to shape the facility's...

August 24, 2023

Chamber celebrates award finalists

THE finalists for this year's Geelong Business Excellence Awards have been revealed, and some of them celebrated their selection at last week's Geelong Chamber...

August 23, 2023

Apollo Bay pedestrian crossings completed

PEDESTRIANS in Apollo Bay can now cross the Great Ocean Road more safely as works to upgrade two pedestrian crossings have been completed by...