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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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January 25, 2018

Jobseeker website is growing in strength

THE Geelong Region Local Learning and Employment Network (GRLLEN) is talking up the usefulness of its Geelong Careers website, saying it has grown from...

January 25, 2018

Coalition pledges mobile CCTV vans

THE state Coalition is continuing to push its law-and-order message ahead of this year’s election, pledging $3.6 million for Victoria Police to set up...

January 25, 2018

Lifesaving clubs using their money wisely

STATE government funding is being put to good use by lifesaving clubs around the state to improve facilities, as the need for their services...

January 25, 2018

Changes made to coming duck season

THE coming duck season will see a number of changes, including a ban on pre-dawn shooting on the first weekend and hunters having to...

January 25, 2018

Record fundraising rolls on despite weather

DESPITE the day being spoiled by inclement weather, the Torquay Lions Club raised a record $7,250 at its annual charity bowls day. The event, sponsored...

January 25, 2018

Anglesea SLSC dives in for The Huddle

VOLUNTEERS at the Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club and the North Melbourne Football Club have joined forces again to give recently arrived Australians their...

January 25, 2018

Sue Calwell to celebrate with Colac Otway

THE Colac Otway Shire’s 2018 Australia Day Ambassador has dedicated her career to promoting visitation to Victoria, and for nearly 20 years directed Australia’s...

January 25, 2018

Marvellous market fun

THE Cowrie Market was held last Sunday and featured locally grown produce, homemade products, art and music. Featuring two stages of local musicians, market attendees...

January 25, 2018

Torquay SLSC to celebrate 50 years of Nippers

THE Torquay Surf Life Saving Club will recognise half a century of fostering junior talent with a function next month. The club will hold its...

January 25, 2018

Universities make first round offers

THE wait is over for the Victorian students hoping for good news about receiving a first-round university or TAFE offer. On January 16, there were...

January 25, 2018

Geelong Falcons go on the road in 2018

BOTH of the Geelong Falcons’ sides will be on the road during this year’s TAC Cup, with the draw showing only four Geelong games...

January 25, 2018

Group says “nay” to proposed beach use plan

OPPONENTS of a plan to manage the use of a reserve on Victoria’s south-west coast argue it will lead to beaches between Warrnambool and...

January 25, 2018

Take a look around Anglesea gardens

TWO carefully-curated Anglesea gardens will be open for inspection this Australia Day weekend. “Melba” and “Sunnymeade” are being promoted by Open Gardens Victoria as two...

January 25, 2018

Surfers want salmon kept out of King Island break

SURFERS from across Australia are protesting the development of a salmon farm near a much-loved surf break on King Island. The Tasmanian government has changed...

January 25, 2018

Plastic-free ocean day draws a crowd

AN EVENT dedicated to promoting a shared passion for protecting the Surf Coast’s marine and coastal environments through plastic-free living was held last Saturday. Surf...

January 25, 2018

Waurn Ponds projects revel in RJIP funding

PROJECTS at Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds campus will collectively be the largest beneficiary of Geelong’s Regional Jobs and Investment Package (RJIP). Announced by Prime Minister...

January 25, 2018

City Deal wishlists touted

TWO leading Geelong lobby groups have praised the progress towards a City Deal for Geelong, and are again touting their lists of what projects...

January 25, 2018

Macey Stewart recovering from surgery

ELITE female cyclist Macey Stewart will be a non-starter in this weekend’s Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, but is hoping for a quick...

January 24, 2018

GORCC defends caravan park takeover

THE Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC) has defended its takeover of Anglesea’s caravan park more than six months ago, saying the resulting revenue...

January 24, 2018

Work begins on Anglesea boardwalk

WORK has begun on a $257,000 raised boardwalk along the Surf Coast Walk to protect the sensitive Anglesea heathland and enhance the visitor experience. Member...

January 24, 2018

Committee for Lorne: Community Profile – January 25, 2018

Selena is famous for cooking Thursday night dinners at The Lorne Football Club during the season. Ask anyone about her barbecued ribs! Her love...

January 24, 2018

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman – January 25, 2018

Last Friday night, the Lorne Football and Netball Club hosted their annual “Celebrity Entertainment Night” at the View Room at the Lorne Hotel. Patrons...

January 24, 2018

January 31: Time for some moon gazing

For the first time in more than 150 years, three lunar phenomena will collide – producing a Super Blue Blood Moon on January 31. Not...

January 24, 2018

Winchelsea banks on plastic-free initiative

WINCHELSEA, Anglesea and Lorne residents will receive free reusable shopping bags thanks to a partnership between Plastic Free Winchelsea and Bendigo Bank. About 1,700 reusable...