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

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...

January 24, 2018

Cadel’s race is ready to roll

THE world’s best cyclists arrived in the Geelong region on Monday, and are gearing up for this weekend’s events in the Cadel Evans Great...

January 24, 2018

Anglesea Cheer Site has something big in store

ANGLESEA is just one of the communities showing its enthusiasm for the coming Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, with the town’s businesses collaborating...

January 24, 2018

Pool finds Facebook poll support

THE community would much rather have an aquatic leisure centre than a train line in Torquay, according to a poll run on the Surf...

January 24, 2018

Share your view on local food

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking community views on how to support and grow a local food program. The council adopted a discussion paper at...

January 24, 2018

Characters sell the calendars

A LOCAL newsagent has been awarded for its 2018 Leunig Calendar display. The calendar was released in November and Fairfax Media again opened a competition...

January 24, 2018

Celebrating Australia Day on the Surf Coast

THE 2018 Surf Coast Shire Australia Day Awards will be presented to the Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year and Community...

January 24, 2018

Festival of Sails begins tomorrow

Australia’s oldest sporting event begins tomorrow (Friday), with the historic 175th Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race on Australia Day launching the 2018 Festival of...

January 24, 2018

Geelong’s mayor to open GBN’s breakfasts for 2018

The Geelong Business Network’s first breakfast forum for 2018 will feature City of Geelong mayor Bruce Harwood. Mr Harwood, voted into the top job by...

January 24, 2018

BELLS and BIKES

Cadel Evans cheers on WorldTour cyclists

TOUR de France winner Cadel Evans won’t be saddling up this weekend, but he is looking forward to another...

January 24, 2018

Evans loves sweet sign idea at chocolaterie

TOUR De France winner Cadel Evans has given the tick of approval to a sweet promotion at one of the cheer sites for this...

January 18, 2018

Owners enjoy last drinks at Beach Hotel

Last drinks were called on Friday night at the Beach Hotel Jan Juc, as owners Kirsty and Rohan Pertzel said goodbye to their regular...

January 18, 2018

Health and happiness in yoga

Creating positive health practices is now easier with Sally Louise Yoga, offering yoga, qi gong, meditation, massage and naturopathy right in the heart of...

January 18, 2018

No more sugar-coating the cost of health

A health levy on sugar-sweetened beverages is a necessary part of a broader national nutrition strategy to reduce obesity and disease, according to a...

January 18, 2018

Take a leap into dance class

Dance Initiative Productions (DIP) offers opportunities for young students to experience dance in a creative, innovative and professional environment through dance classes and community...