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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August 6, 2025

Telco tower in Jan Juc knocked back

COMMMUNITY opposition has led the Surf Coast Shire council to knock back a proposal to build a telecommunications tower in Jan Juc. At their meeting...

August 5, 2025

Builder appointed for aquatic centre’s second stage

KANE Constructions has been appointed to deliver stage 2 of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre. Stage 2 of the centre in Torquay North...

August 5, 2025

New hub supports women with cancer

CONNECTING with others who understand your experience can be life-changing for people living with cancer, and a new support service opening in Geelong will...

August 1, 2025

Wurdi Baierr Stadium seating installed but cannot be used

THE newly-installed seating at Wurdi Baierr Stadium does not meet Australian standards, is less than originally intended and cannot be used until at least...

July 30, 2025

Save paramedics for emergencies, Ambulance Victoria pleads

An extra 100 Code 1 cases each day since April has prompted Ambulance Victoria (AV) to plead for help to save paramedics and ambulances...

July 30, 2025

Household plugging in to Electric Homes advice

THE award-winning Electric Homes Program is already making a big impact across the Geelong region in in its first month, with more than 200...

July 30, 2025

Feedback about Apollo Bay harbour plan released

FEEDBACK is in about the plans to develop the Apollo Bay Harbour precinct. The project, part of the Geelong City Deal, aims to revitalise the...

July 29, 2025

Surf Coast towns prepare for bushfire season

IN AN EFFORT to increase resident and visitor safety, the Surf Coast Shire is preparing for the bushfire season by working with communities to...

July 28, 2025

Shire sends extraction concerns to water authority

THE Surf Coast Shire council has endorsed a letter to the water authority expressing concerns about Alcoa's proposal to extract groundwater in Anglesea and...

July 27, 2025

Costelloe doubles up in Dry July

GEELONG business leader Rory Costelloe is doubling donations to his Dry July campaign, as part of Billy Brownless Team Love raising funds for Barwon...

July 27, 2025

Nominations close soon for Australian of the Year

NOMINATIONS close soon to recognise unsung community heroes, inspiring achievers, and life-changing mentors for their contributions this year. Time is running out to give recognition by...

July 23, 2025

Shire grant helps shape artist’s new work

LOCAL artist Brittany March is exploring a new direction in sculpture with backing from a creative grants program run by the Surf Coast Shire. March...

July 23, 2025

Birth trauma support program to be piloted

WOMEN'S Health & Wellbeing Barwon South West (WHWBSW), local practitioners and Birth Trauma Australia (BTA) will launch Victoria's first dedicated peer-to-peer birth trauma support...

July 23, 2025

Deakin offers new scholarship

A NEW scholarship from the Dawn Wade Foundation offered through Deakin University aims to open the world of tertiary education to Geelong and regional...

July 23, 2025

Ambulance Victoria program helps kids save lives

AMBULANCE Victoria's Kids Save Lives program has been expanded, offering life-saving CPR skills to even more Victorian students. All schools are being encouraged to sign...

July 22, 2025

Preliminary results of Geelong Youth Survey released

THE preliminary results of this year's Geelong Youth Survey are in, with school and study pressures, mental health and wellbeing, and cost of living...

July 22, 2025

TAC campaign highlights impact of road trauma

The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has launched a powerful new initiative highlighting the profound and lasting impact of road trauma. The Hardest Share calls on...

July 21, 2025

Geelong Memorial Park vandalised again

GEELONG Cemeteries Trust has reported new vandalism at The Pavilion at Geelong Memorial Park, and is urging the community to treat the Armstrong Creek...

July 16, 2025

More MLAK use urged

More than two million Australians with mobility-related disabilities are being urged to pick up a special key that can give them access to more...

July 16, 2025

EPA offers hot tips for the best woodfires this winter

VICTORIA'S environmental watchdog has some handy tips for everyone who has a wood burning heater keeping their toes warm this winter. EPA Victoria says the...

July 11, 2025

The Sands turns 21

THE Sands Resort in Torquay celebrated its 21st birthday on Saturday with a special Ambrose tournament, cake and champagne. About 170 members of the club...

July 9, 2025

University Hospital Geelong lauded for stroke care

University Hospital Geelong has been recognised for its excellence in caring for stroke patients, becoming the first in the Geelong region to receive stroke...

July 9, 2025

Hoop Gallery announces new acquisitive prize

HOOP Gallery in Torquay has announced a new art prize designed to spotlight and support local artists. The inaugural Talburac Art Prize invites creatives to...

July 8, 2025

Study warns about taking health advice from AI

A world-first study about health advice generated by artificial intelligence (AI) is urging people to trust their doctor, not a chatbot. Chatbots can easily be...