About: jamestaylor

Profile: 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).

Posts by: jamestaylor

January 18, 2018

Keeping an eye on water quality at the beach

VICTORIA’S annual beach reporting season is under way, with water quality information displayed on signs at 28 Life Saving Victoria clubs around the bay. Environment...

January 18, 2018

Trial waves motor licence for kayakers and canoers

VICTORIAN paddlers who want to fit a small electric motor to their kayaks or canoes will not be required to register their craft or...

January 18, 2018

Victoria disconnects from Mobile Black Spot Program

VICTORIA has dropped out of the joint state-federal Mobile Black Spot Program (MBSP), again claiming the Coalition is playing favourites with which sites are...

January 18, 2018

Support emergency services with a snag

AUSTRALIANS will again have the chance to help raise much needed funds through Bunnings’ annual Emergency Services Volunteers barbecue, which will take place at...

January 18, 2018

Apollo Bay’s pest kelp stays put

PARKS Victoria is reporting no visible spread of Japanese kelp from Apollo Bay harbour, giving hope that control efforts, education and the natural health...

January 18, 2018

Traffic controls installed at Twelve Apostles

VISITORS to Victoria’s iconic Twelve Apostles can look forward to a better journey this summer, with safer, temporary parking arrangements in place. Traffic controllers will...

January 18, 2018

Authorities crack down on reckless fires

CRIME Stoppers Victoria (CSV) is urging residents and visitors in the Geelong region to confidentially report reckless and deliberate fire behaviour before it puts...

January 18, 2018

Feedback sought on city cycling routes

THE community has been invited to have their say on plans for two new major cycling routes to connect central Geelong with the city’s...

January 18, 2018

It was sink or ski at Fishos paddle series event

THE weather was perfect for the third race of the Fishos Paddle Series earlier this month, with a packed beach of spectators and keen...

January 18, 2018

New managing principal takes reins

COULTER Roache has a new managing principal, with principal and head of litigation and dispute resolution, Martin Reid, stepping into the role on January...

January 18, 2018

Coles helps community groups through heatwave

TWO community groups got through a sweltering weekend with a little help from Coles’ Torquay supermarket. As temperatures in Torquay and surrounds soared past 40...

January 18, 2018

Fairhaven hosts Ocean6 Series

THE national Ocean6 Series came to Fairhaven last weekend, with the beach hosting round four of the premier surf sports carnival. The one-day event on...

January 18, 2018

Teenagers take out Pier to Pub titles

JUNIOR talent triumphed at this year’s Pier to Pub, with two Queensland teenagers leaving Olympic rivals and defending champions in their wake. Hayden Cotter and...

January 18, 2018

Mountain to Surf winner narrowly misses Mona’s record

THE Mountain to Surf has been run and won, with the first placegetter coming within six seconds of the record set by Steve Moneghetti...

January 18, 2018

Latest Stronger Communities grants announced

MORE than $140,000 in funding for projects across the region has been approved in round three of the federal government’s Stronger Communities Program. One of...

January 17, 2018

O’Donnell pushes for a level playing field

A FAN-FRIENDLY timeslot and a welcome celebration have consolidated the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) as a major cycling event that gives...

January 17, 2018

Community Profile – January 18, 2018

A year as a Monash University exchange student in Johannesburg heightened Megan’s interest in Africa. “It was a bit of a culture shock but...

January 17, 2018

A word from the Chairman – January 18, 2018

The Pier to Pub swim is such an iconic event and every year it continues to build with excitement and carries an aura like...

January 17, 2018

Explore the Otways It’s worth it!

At this time of the year, the beaches around Lorne are hard to beat, providing the weather is good. If, however, you encounter a...

January 17, 2018

Bevilacqua reclaims Jim Wall title

The Surf Coast Times Jim Wall Ironman is the oldest ironman race in Australia and was held at Torquay Surf Beach on Friday afternoon,...

January 17, 2018

Stay safe near water

A NON-FATAL drowning in Torquay last week has highlighted why everyone should be safe near the water to avoid further loss of life. Anglesea real...

January 17, 2018

Lapsley encourages Anglesea to be resilient

THE head of Emergency Management Victoria (EMV) has told the first public meeting of the Anglesea Community Network (ACN) that a well-connected community is...

January 17, 2018

Everyone enjoys Nippers at Anglesea

ANGLESEA’S Starfish Nipper program has grown more than 40 per cent in the last two years. More than 20 children and young adults with a...

January 17, 2018

NBN reminds Torquay and Winchelsea users to make the switch

NBN Co has reminded people in parts of Torquay and Winchelsea to connect to the National Broadband Network (NBN) before the 18-month window expires. The...

About: jamestaylor

Posts by: jamestaylor

Keeping an eye on water quality at the beach

Trial waves motor licence for kayakers and canoers

Victoria disconnects from Mobile Black Spot Program

Support emergency services with a snag

Apollo Bay’s pest kelp stays put

Traffic controls installed at Twelve Apostles

Authorities crack down on reckless fires

Feedback sought on city cycling routes

It was sink or ski at Fishos paddle series event

New managing principal takes reins

Coles helps community groups through heatwave

Fairhaven hosts Ocean6 Series

Teenagers take out Pier to Pub titles

Mountain to Surf winner narrowly misses Mona’s record

Latest Stronger Communities grants announced

O’Donnell pushes for a level playing field

Community Profile – January 18, 2018

A word from the Chairman – January 18, 2018

Explore the Otways It’s worth it!

Bevilacqua reclaims Jim Wall title

Stay safe near water

Lapsley encourages Anglesea to be resilient

Everyone enjoys Nippers at Anglesea

NBN reminds Torquay and Winchelsea users to make the switch

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