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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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November 29, 2017

Choir sings on: 10 years of Hard Knocks

The award-winning and critically acclaimed Choir of Hard Knocks will perform for Geelong Performing Arts Centre’s Musical Mornings audiences next month. Now in its 10th...

November 29, 2017

A house full of beauty

Torquay Beauty House is what the name implies – a beauty salon located in the magnificent beach surroundings of Torquay that will enhance, pamper...

November 29, 2017

Physical health key to mental health

The inclusion of physical health for the first time in a five-year national plan detailing priority areas for Australia’s mental health system is a...

November 29, 2017

What the FODMAP is going on?

You may have heard recently, about the FODMAP diet. Your doctor, dietitian, nutritionist or naturopath may even have you on a low FODMAP diet. Let's...

November 28, 2017

A day of wellness at Bancoora In

Bancoora In is a newly completed purpose-built retreat studio situated between Torquay and Barwon Heads. Local business owner of My Surf Coast Life Susie Seale...

November 28, 2017

The Barnes is in the building

Jimmy Barnes’ highly anticipated new memoir Working Class Man will be accompanied by a special national tour, with tickets released earlier this week. Working Class...

November 28, 2017

HIGH FIVE MAKE UP who’s who winners

Geelong Gallery director Jason Smith announced the five winners of the 2017 Who’s Who Portrait Prize last Friday. The winners were selected from more than...

November 28, 2017

Spring is on the dance floor

Due to overwhelming interest from the local community, the Anglesea Kindergarten is once again hosting the Anglesea and Aireys Inlet Community Spring Ball. After the...

November 28, 2017

Local team sees Success

The team at OPSM Waurn Ponds received prestigious national recognition from Luxottica, an international leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of eyewear. OPSM is...

November 28, 2017

No business like Show business

The Royal Geelong Show again brought all the fun of the fair to the Geelong Showgrounds last week. The region’s largest four-day show boasts...

November 28, 2017

BellBrae celebrates cup weekend

The Melbourne Cup weekend marks the beginning of the busy season at Bellbrae Estate. The weather and water are warming up, the footy’s over and...

November 28, 2017

Eyeing The Weekend – October 26, 2017

FRIDAY 27/10

Emotions Unmasked All Aboard Disability Support Services has an exhibition, Emotions Unmasked, being shown at the Surf Coast Art Space in Anglesea, located at...

November 28, 2017

John Butler trio on way to Leura

The John Butler Trio, one of Australia’s most recognised and accomplished roots rock bands, will be bringing their live show to the beautiful surrounds...

November 28, 2017

Lifesaving sport season begins

LIFESAVERS and athletes of all ages will be participating in the coming summer season of sport carnivals up and down the Victorian coast, which...

November 28, 2017

Big move for Core Boardsports

CORE Boardsports is Geelong and the Surf Coast’s largest SUP, windsurf and kitesurf retailer and has recently re-located from its Newtown Store to the...

November 28, 2017

Dolphins’ best celebrated

THE Lorne Football and Netball Club has named its best and fairest winners for the 2017 season. The club held its senior presentation night at...

November 28, 2017

Construction begins at Lifestyle Ocean Grove

Construction is now underway at over-50s community Lifestyle Ocean Grove. Located in the Kingston Ocean Grove Estate, the ground work is now being laid for...

November 28, 2017

Enzina Crick-Alexander

With a huge drive and passion for the role, Enzina stepped into her property manager portfolio with the highest degree of enthusiasm. A career property...

November 28, 2017

Playing can be serious fun

NOTHING burns up healthy kilojoules like a kid tearing about playing – running, jumping, climbing – but so often today we find our youngsters...

November 28, 2017

Award ahoy: Royal Geelong Yacht Club nominated again

THE Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) has been named a finalist in the Australian Sailing 2016/17 Club of the Year Award. RGYC is competing against...

November 28, 2017

Experience opportunity at The Geelong College

Experience opportunity at The Geelong College, a leading Victorian School. At The Geelong College, we welcome scholarship applications from students who will make the most...

November 28, 2017

Funding makes an impact on youth support

A PROGRAM that provides intensive support, engagement in education and training and greater pathways to employment for young people is under way in Geelong. The...

November 28, 2017

Changing states: youth week rebadged

NATIONAL Youth Week is now Victorian Youth Week, and the state government says it is increasing its contribution following a lack of federal support. The week-long...

November 28, 2017

Narana helps celebrate National Water Week

PRIMARY school pupils explored Indigenous culture in Grovedale last week as part of celebrations for National Water Week. The event at Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre...