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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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February 12, 2016

Pitch in for Pink Stumps Day

THE Torquay Cricket Club will trade in their traditional whites for something a little brighter on Pink Stumps Day on Saturday February 20. The event...

February 12, 2016

CAMP KAOS

ANGLESEA will be bursting with hundreds of thrill-seeking youngsters and their families when Kids Adventure Outdoors (KAOS) returns in April. The second annual event...

February 5, 2016

THERE’S DEVIL IN THEIR DETAIL

This week I’m going to bang on about another great producer from the mighty Margaret River region: Devil’s Lair. I’ve wanted to talk about these...

February 5, 2016

LOCAL AUTHOR WRITES SHEEP’S TALE FOR KIDS

Annabel's Dance is the tale of an unusual sheep on a peculiar farm, high in the mountains. Annabel is no ordinary sheep. She is wiggly...

February 5, 2016

RECENT RAIN HELPS VINTAGE CROP UP

Things are moving along quite quickly in the vineyard this year, and Scotchmans Hill chief winemaker Robin Brockett believes it could be one of...

February 5, 2016

Jack Rabbit big winners in 2015

The business won the Best Tourism Restaurant category in the national Savour Australia Restaurant and Catering Hostplus Awards for...

February 5, 2016

Leura Park loves it live and longer

The destination venue is now open Thursday-Sunday from 10am-5pm for lunch, guided tastings, sales and of course, coffee! The other big announcement is the appointment...

February 5, 2016

SINGLE VINEYARD 2013 PINOT NOIR HITS THE SPOT

It has received many accolades; a highlight being taking the trophy for Best Wine across all varietals in the Australia-wide Boutique Wine Awards, judged...

February 5, 2016

GET READY FOR GABF

Excitement has been brewing for months and it’s finally time to plan your day at the Great Australian Beer Festival (GABF), set to take...

February 5, 2016

Milling about at Little Creatures

Brewing on site at a sprawling historic former mill, Geelong’s Little Creatures Brewery blends innovative modernism with a nod to what came before it. The...

February 5, 2016

Broadcasting Bellarine

Popular 3AW show A Moveable Feast is broadcasting live from the Flying Brick Cider Co. in Wallington this weekend. Head to the cidery on...

February 5, 2016

FOPA mail

Keep up to date with what’s happening at FOPA Lorne (formerly the Lorne Festival of Performing Arts) by subscribing to their new, free e-newsletter...

February 5, 2016

Dressmaker volunteers wanted

Barwon Park is seeking volunteers to assist with The Dressmaker exhibition held at Barwon Park Mansion in Winchelsea. Several volunteering roles are available including...

February 5, 2016

ART EXHIBITION SHINES A LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS

Step into a labyrinth of white spaces, gentle music, the light of many candles, and artworks that will shock,...

February 5, 2016

Tasty homemade treats at playtime

Well, the school holidays are just over, back into the routine of packing lunches instead of lazy meals at home or picnics in the...

February 5, 2016

BEAUTIFUL LONSDALE STANDS OUT

LONSDALE is open to the public and welcomes green fee players, social groups and casual golfers. Handicap management and casual memberships are also available at...

February 5, 2016

PORT MAKES OTHERS ENVIOUS

VOTED by the players of the PGA as the best regional Pro-Am Course of the year for two years running, the Portarlington Golf Club...

February 5, 2016

MAKE TIME FOR THE SANDS

SET on the northern headland of Torquay, Peppers the Sands Resort offers an 18-hole championship golf course designed by progolfer Stuart Appleby. This beachfront property...

February 5, 2016

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ANGLESEA

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ANGLESEA WHY not take advantage of the new ring road and travel along the Princess Freeway...

February 5, 2016

Footy worth the Waite

ABOUT 40 local Torquay under 16 and 18 players were treated to the launch of the 2016 Torquay FC Academy program on Wednesday January...

February 5, 2016

Give netball a go this weekend

THE Bellarine and District Netball Association is hosting a “come and try” day this weekend. Come down to Kardinia Park netball courts, Latrobe Terrace, Geelong,...

February 5, 2016

Drysdale tennis kids experience the open in style

KIDS from Drysdale Tennis Club recently got the chance to see the world’s best players up close and personal during the Australian Open. On Thursday...

February 5, 2016

Get intimate with music by Cat Stevens

Be captivated by Ron Vincent as Cat Stevens during a tribute show at Torquay Hotel this Valentine’s Day.

Cat Stevens Torquay Hotel and Moonlight...

February 5, 2016

Valentine’s Day drive

There’s something about the smell of a nice car, the feel of its leather seats, the shine and romance of it. This Valentine’s Day experience...