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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 16, 2018

Have a brew with your crew

The Queenscliff Brewhouse is a unique experience destination, housing the region’s first full mash microbrewery with more than 200 craft beers on rotation and...

February 16, 2018

Seeing red over silver NBN tower

THE debate about Bellbrae’s National Broadband Network (NBN) tower continues, with a resident of a neighbouring property saying the silver tower is supposed to...

February 16, 2018

Torquay Village sells for $35 million

THE price is right for Torquay Village, which has been sold for $35 million. Coles Group Property Developments put the shopping centre in Bristol Road...

February 16, 2018

Cats and Bombers to play in Colac

ANTICIPATION is building in Colac as the countdown to the pre-season JLT Community Series match between Geelong and Essendon continues. Tickets for the game, which...

February 16, 2018

Final PCOs head to Victorian stations

THE Labor state government says it has delivered on its election promise to deploy 400 Police Custody Officers (PCOs) at police stations across Victoria,...

February 15, 2018

The Rock flies again with new food and wine

Late last year, the old Bird Rock Café came back to life as The Rock restaurant and wine bar. The fit-out included a huge booth...

February 15, 2018

The historic All Ford Day returns

The All Ford Day is in its 27th year and will be held at Deakin University Waurn Ponds on Sunday, February 18. The exclusively Ford...

February 15, 2018

Swashbuckling fun returns to GPAC

Former Young Talent Time and West End performer Philip Gould is set for a swashbuckling return to The Playhouse stage in a hilarious production...

February 15, 2018

Jan Juc and Torquay put it on the line

THE Jan Juc Surf Lifesaving Club and Torquay Surf Lifesaving Club joined forces last weekend for a training session with a difference. More than 200...

February 15, 2018

Taylor sees sharks home

A MAIDEN A Grade century from Jack Taylor steered Jan Juc to victory in their round 9 clash against Queenscliff at Bob Pettitt reserve. The...

February 15, 2018

Jan Juc takes the cape

XAVIER Huxtable and Bella Wilson claimed top honours earlier this month in the 2018 Woolworths Victorian Junior Surfing Titles, held in two- to three-foot...

February 15, 2018

Things heat up in Fishos Paddle Series

THINGS are heating up for the overall series win with only two races to go in the Fishos Paddle Series. On February 2 race four...

February 15, 2018

Torquay goes down to Marshall in T20 final

TORQUAY has gone down swinging in its Division 2 T20 grand final, losing by 14 runs to Marshall. The home side won the toss and...

February 15, 2018

Construction continues to deliver at The Point

CONSTRUCTION at The Point in Point Lonsdale has seen a hive of activity at the start of 2018. The next phase of construction will see...

February 15, 2018

Getting the best home loan for you with YBR

WHEN it comes the time to buy your home or investment property, engaging a mortgage broker should be the first step. Up to 50 per...

February 15, 2018

One Agency on a roll

ONE Agency Torquay has been pumping out the results, with some significant sales recently to add to their long list of satisfied vendors. Saturday’s spectacular...

February 15, 2018

Community key to good developments

HOW developers help build communities rather than just new estates is a critical factor in decision-making by new home buyers. Making friends, good social interactions...

February 15, 2018

Finance facts in February with Crowe Horwath

AFTER a successful launch in late 2017, Crowe Horwath, Bellarine Property and Vines Lawyers, are hosting another Women and Finance event on February 22...

February 15, 2018

Sign up for young farmer bootcamp

Young farmers from across south west Victoria are being encouraged to sign up now for a two-day intensive business bootcamp. The Young Farmer Business Bootcamp...

February 15, 2018

Run to the fire: services team up to find new recruits

APPLICATIONS to become a Victorian firefighter have opened in the first joint CFA-MFB recruitment campaign. Aspiring firefighters are urged not to delay their applications, which...

February 14, 2018

Campaign to name wanted offenders continues

CRIME Stoppers Victoria (CSV) has named another 10 offenders wanted by police on outstanding arrest warrants for a number of crimes committed in the...

February 14, 2018

Thousands enjoy a summer by the sea

MORE than 2,300 people have dived, scrambled, rambled, surfed and paddled along the local coastline this year as part of Summer by the Sea. Now...

February 14, 2018

Cat owners warned about contagious virus

VICTORIAN cat and kitten owners have been urged to take immediate action to protect their pet against a highly contagious feline virus to stop...

February 14, 2018

City rolls out floating beach wheelchairs

TWO new floating beach wheelchairs at Eastern Beach will help those who experience mobility challenges to enjoy the water this summer. The two chairs have...