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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June 6, 2018

Davidsons to talk business at Bizz3228 briefing

TORQUAY Commerce and Tourism’s next Bizz3228 networking event next week will feature a presentation from accounting and business advisory firm Davidsons. Founded in 1905 and...

June 6, 2018

Study outcome keeps making an impact at council

THE Surf Coast Shire and some Torquay residents remain at loggerheads over an impact study for the town, with residents saying the shire has...

June 6, 2018

Stage one of Winchelsea beautification opens

THE Winchelsea community has a new point of pride with the completion of stage one beautification work in and around its riverside memorial park. New...

June 6, 2018

Committee for Lorne: Lorne Community Connect Inc.

Last year the future of the Lorne Senior Citizens Club, through no fault of the committee or the leadership, was looking bleak. It is...

June 6, 2018

Committee for Lorne: Community Profile – Fay Valcanis

Planning has already begun for the seventh Lorne Sculpture Event in 2020. Survey statistics reveal many truths but, importantly for the town, that the...

June 6, 2018

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman – June 7, 2018

Hello, winter! And what a start it’s been. Last weekend’s cloudless skies and still conditions have helped usher in a comfortable start to what is...

June 6, 2018

Riders rally to save bike park

HUNDREDS of people marked the first World Bicycle Day by gathering at Anglesea Bike Park to show their support for keeping the park where...

June 6, 2018

Motorists urged to be alert and aware this long weekend

THE Transport Accident Commission is urging Victorians to be rested and aware of changing conditions when hitting the road this Queen’s Birthday long weekend. With...

June 6, 2018

Neighbourhood Watch – June 7, 2018

NEXT NHW MEETING WILL BE HELD AT THE TORQUAY POLICE STATION ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 13TH AT 10.30AM. MORNING TEA FROM 10AM. Come along and bring...

June 6, 2018

Western Victorian careers expo

AGRICULTURE Victoria will feature again at this year's Western Victorian Careers Expo. Hosted by the Wimmera and Southern Mallee Careers Association (WASM), the Expo is...

June 6, 2018

Joe Issell Painting receives another excellence award

Excellent workmanship has earned Joe Issell Painting another Award for Excellence. The team, comprising Joe Issell, Kelvin Steiner, Brad Doorty, Rob Mawson, Andrew Young and...

June 6, 2018

Letters To The Editor – June 7, 2018

Thanks to the Anglesea community

Dear Editor, My husband and I are not locals, as in having lived in Anglesea for generations. We are only newcomers of...

June 6, 2018

Shire flies the Lions flag

THE Torquay Lions are in the spotlight this month, with the service organisation’s flag flown by the Surf Coast Shire office throughout June. Torquay Lions...

June 6, 2018

Bellarine residents called on to pick their project

A DOG park, community fruit and vegetable garden, and toilet block for local playground are among ideas from Leopold residents that would make their...

June 6, 2018

A winter feast at Aireys food market this Sunday

A celebration of food is in store for locals and visitors to Aireys Inlet over the long weekend, with a special “Foodies” market being...

June 6, 2018

Sequence Osteo loves babies

Osteopathy can support you and your baby post birth and beyond. Welcoming a new baby home is an exciting and sometimes daunting time for the...

June 6, 2018

Park Your Pet app gets plaudits

The City of Greater Geelong’s Health and Local Laws team has been highly commended at the National Awards for Local Government for developing the...

June 6, 2018

What’s on at Armstrong: Starlight family fundraiser

Dozens of kids descended on Armstrong’s Burbank Homes last Saturday to help them help out the Starlight Children’s Foundation with its work for sick...

June 6, 2018

Anglesea market ends financial year on another strong note

AS the end of the financial year approaches, the Anglesea Real Estate market and Great Ocean Properties have both had a strong 2017/18 financial...

June 6, 2018

Explore the Modernist movement in Fyansford

Inspired by the iconic designs and concepts of the mid-20th century, Metricon have launched their latest LookBook theme, Modernism, to provide interior enthusiasts with...

June 6, 2018

Stu Baker’s new financial tome is on the money

Local wealth manager and business owner Stuart Baker has released a finance book, Easy Money: The Secret Path to Automated Riches in the 21st...

June 6, 2018

Taking elevator excellence to the next level

Next Level Elevators have grown from strength to strength since starting out six years ago, installing between 200-250 lifts across Victoria and NSW in...

June 6, 2018

Gen Fyansford has something for everyone

Gen Fyansford is a master-planned residential and mixed-use community located within Fyansford on the western end of metropolitan Geelong. At completion, the project is expected...

June 6, 2018

Geelong projects shortlisted in Victorian Architecture Awards

Three projects in the Geelong region have been shortlisted in the 2018 Victorian Architecture Awards. The awards program, run by the Victorian Chapter of the...