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 27, 2017

Star open day sparkles

Hundreds of people took advantage of the chance to see Villa Maria Catholic Homes’ (VMCH) newest aged care residence, star of the sea, up...

November 27, 2017

Helipad’s health benefits for patients take off

THE new helipad at University Hospital Geelong is helping save lives across Victoria, averaging almost three air ambulance transfers a week. Since opening in June...

November 27, 2017

Otways come into range

TWO towns in the Otways now have better phone coverage with the construction of two mobile base stations. The towers in Gellibrand and Kawarren, funded...

November 27, 2017

Bizz3228 learns ransomware lessons

RANSOMWARE and internet security were among the subjects discussed at Bizz3228’s latest networking function, held at RACV Torquay Resort last week. Nick Clift and Jeni...

November 27, 2017

Unique Laser opens in Waurn Ponds

UNIQUE Laser celebrated the grand opening of its newest clinic at the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre on Thursday. This is the second Unique Laser clinic...

November 27, 2017

Campaign welcomes news of statewide plastic bag ban

PLASTIC Bag Free Torquay has cautiously welcomed news of a ban on single-use plastic bags in Victoria, but is awaiting more details. Last week, the...

November 27, 2017

Festival a flying success

SURF Coast residents flocked to Fishos Beach on Sunday to see spectacular kites on display at the Surf Coast Kite Festival. There were giant stingrays,...

November 27, 2017

Anglesea riders peddle bigger bike park

PROPONENTS of the Anglesea Bike Park are keen to see it expand, saying the project overseeing the future of the town’s former mine could...

November 27, 2017

Surf Coast Community Column

The role of the Arts in our community has long been recognised as a significant contributor to our health and wellbeing. Along with sport,...

November 27, 2017

End of life forum for Lorne

LORNE Community Hospital has organised an end of life forum designed to share information, which will be held in Lorne next week. The hospital has...

November 27, 2017

Fire up for free at community events

PEOPLE can collect a free copy of the award-winning board game The Fire Game at coming community events as part of this year’s Fire...

November 27, 2017

Shire to fly the White Ribbon flag

FLAGS are back on the agenda at the Surf Coast Shire, with the second of the new flagpoles to make its debut in support...

November 27, 2017

Shires try to clean out green waste

THE Surf Coast and Colac Otway shires are trying to get ahead of the coming fire season by offering extra services to help people...

November 27, 2017

Community Profile – October 26, 2017

John joined the Police Force at age 19 after unsuccessfully applying to be a cadet patrol officer in NT. “It was just as well...

November 27, 2017

A word from the Chairman – October 26, 2017

Last Friday, I attended the third and final scheduled meeting of the Point Grey – Lorne Redevelopment, Project Steering Group representing the Committee for...

November 27, 2017

Spring into Spring with the 2018 Lorne Calendar

Spring is here, colours and contrasts are bright, Lorne’s natural playground comes alive, days get longer, night get shorter, Ugg boots go away, flip...

November 27, 2017

Children check extended to hall and reserve committees

MEMBERS of committees of management for eight halls and reserves in the Surf Coast Shire must now get working with children checks, despite strong...

November 27, 2017

Rip Curl helps on Planet Day

ANOTHER Torquay-based surfing company has recently got their hands dirty for the environment, with Rip Curl staff taking part in Planet Day. The annual event...

November 27, 2017

WELCOME CHANGE

One of Torquay’s community groups has helped another out with a generous donation. Earlier this month, Ray (right) from the Torquay Community Men’s Shed...

November 27, 2017

Renegades have a slime time in Geelong

ANTICIPATION is mounting for Geelong’s first official Big Bash game, with tickets going on sale for the January 3 double-header this week. The BBL and...

November 27, 2017

IN THE CLUB

Council considers Anglesea SLSC clubhouse redevelopment A REPORT has found redeveloping the Anglesea Surf Life Saving Club’s clubhouse will provide a “net community benefit”, despite...

November 27, 2017

Anglesea SLSC’s clubhouse upgrade approved

THE Anglesea Surf Lifesaving Club’s redevelopment will bring a “net community benefit” and has been given the green light by the Surf Coast Shire,...

November 27, 2017

Surf Coast takes a walk for equality

SURF Coast supporters of marriage equality were among thousands who marched in cities and towns across Australia at the weekend. The Surf Coast Walk for...

November 27, 2017

Local groups want guarantee on community solar

LOCAL reaction to the Coalition government’s proposed National Energy Guarantee (NEG) has been underwhelming, with activist groups calling for local renewable energy projects to...