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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 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...

February 5, 2016

HERMIT CRAB HOMEWARES HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

It has been nearly six months since Hermit Crab Homewares opened its doors in the Point Lonsdale Village and it has been a great...

February 5, 2016

COASTAL FLORISTS’ HAVE FLOWER FLAIR

Roses are red, but a freshly cut cluster of daisies is just as romantic, according to Kylie Robertson of...

February 5, 2016

FINNIGAN BEGINS AT SURF COAST PRACTICE

Surf Coast Family Chiropractic is pleased to welcome a new chiropractor to the team. Emily-Rose Finnigan is a qualified chiropractor, having completed her studies at...

February 5, 2016

Back to school

Did I just hear a collective sigh of relief among parents (and grandparents!). School and kindy is back! Yay, you say, until you remember you...

February 5, 2016

Community support to tackle ice

A major new initiative, The Ice Challenge, is seeking a whole community response to tackle the drug in the south west. The challenge will be...

February 5, 2016

STICK TO THE PROGRAM

The headline to this article is more than just a “social media hash tag”, it’s a mindset. Now that we are into the second month...

February 5, 2016

Geelong livestock market report

WITH a doubling in numbers at last week’s Geelong sale, 625 cattle were presented and saw values for bullocks five to 10 cents per...

February 5, 2016

More options for pet owners

CITY of Greater Geelong’s new campaign “any bin, any bag” is committed to keeping the region clean and ensuring a harmonious existence between dog...

February 5, 2016

Warralily gets golden ticket

WIDE-eyed children got their giant lollypops and Oompa-Loompas at Warralilly’s Willy Wonka event recently. The community welcomed a whopping crowd of 2,500 from around the...

February 5, 2016

Junior tennis stars strut their stuff

THE 2016 Geelong Junior Grasscourt Junior tennis Championships were held at Geelong Lawn Tennis Club, from Friday January 22 up to and including Australia...

February 5, 2016

Ocean road makes tourism campaign great

THE Great Ocean Road and 12 Apostles are star acts in the latest Tourism Australia marketing campaign There’s Nothing Like Australia. Australia’s world-class aquatic and...