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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April 18, 2018

Pets are welcome at Lendlease villages

Australia has the third highest pet ownership in the world, which often causes heartache for retirees looking to downsize. Unfortunately, many discover during the relocation...

April 18, 2018

Two theatrical legends, one incredible story

She is Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre. He is Australia’s leading song and dance man. Together, on stage, these two stars are shining...

April 18, 2018

Resort-style retirement in Grove

Construction on a new resort-style community in Ocean Grove from the award-winning over 50s developer Lifestyle Communities has started. Located on the Bellarine Peninsula, Lifestyle...

April 18, 2018

U3A opens doors

Ok, let’s walk down the corridor and see what’s happening. It’s Monday morning. Open the door and you will find Creative Writing with tutor John...

April 18, 2018

Digital project to honour Geelong’s fallen

THE legacy of the Geelong region’s fallen Anzacs will be made accessible to everyone as part of a new heritage project run by Geelong...

April 18, 2018

Jog your memory and help beat dementia

PEOPLE across the Geelong region have been urged to get active to beat dementia as the Memory Walk and Jog returns to Geelong later...

April 18, 2018

Kithbrooke Park offers the best of both worlds

How would you like to enjoy modern, open plan, coastal living? Look no further than Kithbrooke Park Country Club – the top destination on the...

April 18, 2018

A modern approach to ageing at Star of the Sea

There is something uplifting about the sight and smell of fresh flowers. Lots of lovely arranged flowers are dotted around Star of the Sea Residential...

April 18, 2018

Fishos paddle finale enjoys epic end

THE finale of the Fishos Paddle Series – now officially known as the Victorian Ocean Racing Series Championships, wrapped up on Friday night in...

April 18, 2018

Nagambie hooksfishing festival

NAGAMBIE has hooked Australia’s biggest and most lucrative freshwater fishing festival for the next two years – attracting new visitors and boosting local businesses...

April 18, 2018

A beautiful abode in Portarlington

MEANDERING around the quiet local streets of Portarlington, every now and then you will come across particular properties that will catch your attention,...

April 18, 2018

Balmoral Quay

Victoria’s newest marina positions Geelong as boating lifestyle capital THE official opening of a new world-class marina at the Balmoral Quay luxury development...

April 18, 2018

ESPLANADE PROPERTY ON THE MARKET

Rain couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the dynamic Stockdale & Leggo Portarlington team of Amelia Wright, Sandy Maloney, Susan Doubleday and Loretta Sullivan at...

April 11, 2018

Proposal to change Corangamite’s name and boundaries

THE ground is shifting under the feet of some voters in the Geelong region, with the electorate of Corangamite to have its name and...

April 11, 2018

A clear vision for OPSM’s future

OPSM Waurn Ponds has relocated to a larger more innovative space in the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and celebrated with local ophthalmologists, GPs and...

April 11, 2018

DO IT FOR YOUR MATES

Shaun O’Callaghan and Pete Murphy have teamed up to bring a special free men’s mental health event to Torquay. They’re pictured here earlier this...

April 11, 2018

Free event offers chance for mates to help mates

THE reality is, we all have a friend or family member who may be putting on a brave face, but what’s lurking below the...

April 11, 2018

Shire appoints bike trail expert to consult on Anglesea plan

THE Surf Coast Shire has appointed award winning bike trail designers World Trail to assist in the project to determine the future of the...

April 11, 2018

Labor talks swimming safety in Anglesea

FEDERAL Labor is mulling over changes to swimming and water safety education across Australia, with the latest in a series of national roundtables being...

April 11, 2018

Shire yet to examine impacts of growth on Torquay

THE consequences of the burgeoning size of Torquay continue to be a subject of community debate, with some residents pushing the Surf Coast Shire...

April 11, 2018

Ferreira spoils Fanning’s fairytale Bells finish

MICK Fanning fell just short of a fairytale finish to his World Surf League career, going down in the final as the Rip Curl...

April 11, 2018

Great Ocean Road to close for four days

THE Great Ocean Road will be temporarily closed to traffic for four days at Mount Defiance next month for geotechnical, drainage and road rebuilding...

April 11, 2018

Have your say on “cyclists ahead” warning sign

A SURVEY about the cyclist warning signs on Deans Marsh-Lorne Road closes this weekend, but a local action group is questioning the usefulness of...

April 11, 2018

Committee For Lorne: Protecting and Growing the Great Ocean Road

The 243-kilometre, National Heritage listed, Great Ocean Road is one of the world’s most scenic and iconic coastal touring routes. Its sheer limestone cliffs, pockets...