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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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March 14, 2018

Committee for Lorne: LORNE SCULPTURE BIENNALE

LORNE SCULPTURE BIENNALE treats with culinary events, performances and workshops!

This March, the 2018 Lorne Sculpture Biennale (LSB) celebrates the best in contemporary Australian and...

March 14, 2018

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman – March 15, 2018

Over last weekend’s Labour Day celebration, we continued to experience the constant stream of visitors and holiday makers to our coastline and with the...

March 14, 2018

Committee for Lorne: Community Profile – March 15, 2018

Sport has been a passion and a major part of Meryl’s life. “I was a fanatic.” Many in Lorne would know she was behind...

March 14, 2018

Feedback sought on shire’s local food plan

THE community has been invited to share their local food ideas and experiences in a survey, with feedback to contribute to Surf Coast Shire’s...

March 14, 2018

Shire gets on board with GROW

THE Surf Coast Shire has committed to helping address disadvantage in the G21 region, signing up to the GROW Compact. GROW (G21 Region Opportunities for...

March 14, 2018

Measles alert issued along the Great Ocean Road

THE Department of Health and Human Services has alerted tourists and locals across the state, including between Geelong and Warrnambool, to the signs and...

March 14, 2018

Fitness, fun and fundraising for a worthy cause

LOCAL personal training group Step into Life Ocean Grove will combine their regular weekly fitness and fun routine with raising money for the 2018...

March 14, 2018

Local tour operator saves stranded kayakers

HIGH school students got to experience a real life rescue when their Bellarine tour operators were called on to save the lives of two...

March 14, 2018

MegaRail plan dropped from prospectus

A $15 BILLION bid to build a high speed rail (HSR) service that would cut travel times between Geelong and Melbourne to 17 minutes...

March 14, 2018

Tesla’s Tiny House comes to Torquay

A SMALL house designed and built by Tesla is making the rounds across the region, stopping in Geelong this week and scheduled to arrive...

March 14, 2018

PTUA wants more frequency from Coalition’s train pledge

THE Public Transport Users Association (PTUA) has welcomed the Coalition's pledge for new long-distance trains in Victoria, but would prefer that the new trains...

March 14, 2018

GORCC appoints new CEO

VANESSA Schernickau has been appointed the new chief executive officer of the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC). She brings a wealth of business, local...

March 14, 2018

Allen Reservoir works continue

A $4.2 MILLION upgrade of Allen Reservoir, designed to help secure Lorne’s water supply in the future, is progressing well with the project expected...

March 14, 2018

Letters To The Editor – March 15, 2018

A historical perspective on Alcoa freehold land

Dear Editor, In the midst of the Alcoa land debate it is with interest that I note that Alcoa’s...

March 14, 2018

NDIA’s HQ to bring benefits to Geelong

THE federal government is talking up the 120 million National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) headquarters now under construction in Geelong, with Corangamite federal member...

March 14, 2018

Mega Gnarwarre clearing sale this Saturday

HF RICHARDSON will be selling a myriad of farm and household items this saturday from 9am at a super clearing sale at 95 Monahans...

March 14, 2018

Colac Otway restarts its hunt for a CEO

THE Colac Otway Shire has still not found a new chief executive officer, and has voted to entirely restart the recruitment process. The shire aims...

March 14, 2018

Autumn planned burns begin

FOREST Fire Management Victoria (FFMV) and the CFA have started planned burning across Victoria to reduce bushfire risk for local communities and the environment. FFMV...

March 14, 2018

Lorne’s Sculpture Biennale returns this weekend

A VIBRANT festival celebrating the best of contemporary Australian and international sculpture, the Lorne Sculpture Biennale (LSB) begins this Saturday. The 2016 event attracted 65,000...

March 14, 2018

Uni wants flu shots publicly funded

Following the worst flu season since 2009, new research has sparked calls for the seasonal influenza vaccine to be publicly funded to boost the...

March 14, 2018

New Quay doctor in town

The Quay Family Health Care team is pleased to welcome its newest member, Doctor Herman Mentz, to the practice. Dr Mentz qualified in 2006 from...

March 14, 2018

GMHBA Stadium to host Galaxy United

GALAXY United FC is taking over GMHBA Stadium later this year, announcing it will play five Women’s National Premier League (WNPL) over the course...

March 14, 2018

Ocean Grove SLSC wins Junior State Championships

OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club has won this year’s Life Saving Victoria Junior State Championships. OGSLSC came away with 366 points, taking the lead...

March 14, 2018

Entries open to Surf Coast Century

RAPID Ascent has announced that entries are open to the 2018 Surf Coast Century ultra-marathon. Local runners are encouraged to take part in the seventh...