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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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February 28, 2018

Have a look at Child’s Play

Child’s Play Early Learning Centre Torquay will be hosting a Family Fun Market Day this Saturday from 10am till 2pm. The centre is a...

February 28, 2018

Otway Odyssey

THOUSANDs or riders descended on Forrest for an action-packed weekend of bike racing at Otway Odyssey. Peta Mullens and Jay Vine clinched King and Queen...

February 28, 2018

Barwon Region youngsters team up

FORTY keen junior players met up at Grovedale Tennis Club on Sunday February 18 for what was the first of 10 consecutive Sundays of...

February 28, 2018

VALE, DES BATH

A lifetime of service to tennis

THE recent passing of former association president Des Bath closes a special chapter in the long history of tennis...

February 28, 2018

New lots hit the market at Villawood’s Wandana and Armstrong projects

There was a hive of activity at Villawood Properties Wandana and Armstrong Mount Duneed estates recently, with home buyers flocking to these two premium...

February 28, 2018

WHAT’S ON AT ARMSTRONG

IT’S AN exciting time right now at Armstrong where developer Villawood Properties is still basking in the after-glow of winning the Best Masterplanned Community...

February 26, 2018

At home with Andrew Flitton

Torquay Boardriders life member Andrew Flitton has been involved with the club for nearly 40 years and despite moving to Torquay as a 17-year-old,...

February 26, 2018

It’s now or never for Blvd Torquay as final release approaches

With Blvd Torquay’s fifth and final release auction just around the corner – Friday, March 2 – it is now crunch time for potential...

February 26, 2018

Warralily Grange registers strong interest

Geelong’s picturesque Corio Bay, along with the areas many elevated attributes, were on display at a builder’s event held at the Warralily Grange estate...

February 26, 2018

Earth of Salt a step closer to sustainable excellence

In a first for a water utility in Australia, Barwon Water has recently embraced the One Planet Living framework, becoming a Bioregional Australia Member...

February 26, 2018

Construction of a new play park for kids under way at Sanctuary

With construction in full swing, kids will soon be able to swing and skate, jump and dunk, and run, kick and climb in an...

February 26, 2018

Surf Coast property rise means residents reap benefits

Surf Coast residents are reaping rewards from steady growth in property prices, tapping into their properties value for financial freedom. Between October 2013 and October...

February 26, 2018

Gabell’s gardens grow great veggies

Mark Gabell has been landscaping, designing and managing landscape projects in Victoria for more than 20 years. As head of Mark Gabell and Associates (MGA),...

February 26, 2018

Berkowitz quality stands time’s test

Since 1896, the Berkowitz name has been synonymous with quality furniture. Fourth generation owner and managing director Peter Berkowitz said the Berkowitz family had always...

February 26, 2018

Travel the Vast world: best home options in store

Vast Interior Furniture and Homewares Geelong travel the globe in search of their renowned one-off pieces scattered throughout their store. Owners Rowan and Debbie travel...

February 26, 2018

Kitchen predictions for year ahead

A new year means a new kitchen for homeowners seeking a fresh look in 2018. At the heart of the home, the number one place...

February 26, 2018

Sofas fly from the East

At Easterly, their custom designed sofas boast the latest in modern trends or more traditional styles. Every detail can be altered to bring customers...

February 26, 2018

Personalise your bathroom with a touch of timber

Bathrooms, once merely a necessity, are now design focal points for renovators and those building their dream home. Design magazines reflect how utilitarian bathrooms of...

February 26, 2018

Striking new town residence on the park

With Barwon Heads considered to be the jewel of our coast, opportunities to purchase exclusives properties in this popular hamlet are being snapped up...

February 23, 2018

Giving families a road to respite

TWO Australian charities have formed a partnership to enable families living with a terminally ill child the opportunity to get access to respite care,...

February 23, 2018

Beers bring the crowds

Geelong’s Great Australian Beer Festival (GABF) celebrated its sixth anniversary last Saturday, with organisers stimulating the senses of over 3,500 festival-goers. The event ran smoothly...

February 23, 2018

Choose sport over screens teens

A new report from VicHealth has shown teenagers are struggling to do even an hour of physical activity a day and are almost five...

February 23, 2018

MINE MATTERS

Anglesea business group weighs in on Alcoa mine plan

A LEADING Anglesea business association has given qualified support to Alcoa’s proposed vision for the future...

February 23, 2018

Soulful values to be celebrated at Bells

Local performance psychologist Richy Bennett is inviting locals to join in a gratitude celebration of the deeper soulful values of iconic Bells Beach this...

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