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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 6, 2017

Landcare project improves wildlife habitat

THREE native species are among the local wildlife that will see the benefits of a project run by the federal government’s National Landcare Program...

November 6, 2017

A word from the Chairman

While most were enjoying last Friday’s Grand Final public holiday, the Committee for Lorne hosted our third community luncheon for 2017. With 63 people...

November 6, 2017

Community Profile

Some people encounter a teacher during their education who makes a significant difference to their life. Anna came across the author and scholar Tracey...

November 6, 2017

Everybody Knows Somebody

Lorne Community Hospital mental Health Forum

Do you know someone in our community that is suffering the effects of anxiety, depression, suicidal tendencies, alcohol or...

November 6, 2017

Changing Places funding sought

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking funding for two accessible toilets to be installed in Anglesea and Winchelsea. Councillors resolved at their September meeting to...

November 6, 2017

Shire decides on seven community projects

THE Surf Coast Shire has made some progress on its list of community projects worthy of funding. At their meeting in August, councillors considered recommendations...

November 6, 2017

People power to protest Adani at Bells

A SURF Coast beach will host another human sign this Sunday as environmentalists entwine their bodies at Bells Beach to send an anti-Adani coal...

November 6, 2017

Henderson backs conventional gas in Victoria

THE Coalition federal government continues to apply pressure to Victoria on gas, and Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson has called for the state’s moratorium...

November 6, 2017

Bizz3228 to talk ransomware

PERHAPS the biggest information technology topic of the year will be discussed at the next Bizz3228 networking event, to be held later this month. The...

November 6, 2017

WOMAN GOES MISSING IN AIREYS

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing woman Elisa Curry. The 43-year-old was last seen at a residence on Aireys Street...

November 6, 2017

Fairhaven lifesaver teaches skills in Sri Lanka

FAIRHAVEN SLSC volunteer and Victorian Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter crew member Liam O’Callaghan is sharing his skills in Sri Lanka this week. Mr O’Callaghan is...

November 6, 2017

Warm your life with colour, excitement, style

After six years in the highly competitive homewares industry, House Warming – Bell Street’s newest vendor – knows what it takes to thrive year-round. Owners...

November 6, 2017

Salts of the Earth in Torquay

After experiencing the benefits of salt therapy first-hand for their three children, husband-and-wife duo Chrissie and Adrian Abella are bringing the benefits to the...

November 6, 2017

WORLD TRAVEL EXPO

Award-winning travel agency Geelong Travel is holding its highly anticipated Travel and Cruise World Expo on October 8 at Novotel Geelong. The travel extravaganza is...

October 31, 2017

Eyeing The Weekend – September 21, 2017

FRIDAY 22/9

Stop and smell the flowers The ANGAIR Wildflower and Art Weekend returns to Anglesea this Friday and Saturday, just in time for the start...

October 31, 2017

Coast calling all artists

The 20th annual ArtSpot exhibition will be held September 27 - October 15. Organisers at Surf Coast Arts Inc are now looking for artworks in...

October 31, 2017

hopes and dreams on display in art exhibition

During September, an exhibition of artworks developed by students from Point Lonsdale Primary School, Queenscliff Primary School, St Aloysius Catholic Primary School and the...

October 31, 2017

Celebrate Torquay, party style

Drink Arts Food Torquay is a fun filled weekend held from October 6-8. The not-for-profit community event celebrates everything local, including products, food, art and...

October 31, 2017

Women Sculptors initiative launched

The Lorne Sculpture Biennale has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting female sculptors in the lead up to the festival in 2018. The vibrant...

October 31, 2017

Artists explore Geelong’s iconic industry

A new exhibition concentrating on the buildings and sites of Geelong’s deindustrialisation, the thousands of acres of land and the often overlooked beauty of...

October 31, 2017

Kites to colour the sky

The foreshore at Fishermans Beach is set to soar with colour as the first Surf Coast Kite Festival takes place next month. The festival, organised...

October 31, 2017

Geelong’s twisted history

Nestled in the heart of Geelong is Victoria’s most intact 19th century gaol. For 138 years it was once home to the states most infamous...

October 31, 2017

Noah’s Ark is with you every step

Noah’s Ark provides therapy and education for children with a disability or additional needs. Their specialists have backgrounds in speech pathology, occupational therapy, education, physiotherapy,...

October 31, 2017

Nothing faulty about this farm life

Basils Farm is looking forward to welcoming some small green thumbs into the garden over these school holidays for their Kids Gardening Workshop on...