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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March 3, 2016

Anglesea roundabout design revealed

VICROADS has revealed its preferred design for Camp Road roundabout in Anglesea. The road authority originally sought community last year, and presented its single proposed...

March 3, 2016

Help seal the deal on Winchelsea roads

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking feedback from property owners around Beal and Trebeck Courts in Winchelsea on a proposal to seal the two...

March 3, 2016

Museum Without Walls opens up

TORQUAY historians have used the power of the internet to build a “museum without walls”, and have called on the community to share their...

March 3, 2016

Council endorses future life saving strategy

THE Surf Coast Shire hopes to improve collaboration between agencies and surf life saving clubs with a new strategic plan. “The Future of Life Saving...

February 26, 2016

CLUB SPINS SUPPORT FOR PINK STUMPS DAY

Lots of laughs, a few tears, and a huge amount of support was shared at the Torquay Cricket Club’s inaugural McGrath Foundation Pink...

February 26, 2016

Jonathan Unleashed

Jonathan Unleashed promised much from the first few pages, and it delivered. Fans of The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, and dog lovers...

February 26, 2016

The High Mountains of Portugal

The High Mountains of Portugal is a suspenseful, mesmerising story of a great quest for meaning. There are three separate, yet intersected, stories...

February 26, 2016

Bats’ super-immunity could help protect people

Researchers have uncovered a unique ability in bats which allows them to carry but remain unaffected by lethal diseases. Unlike humans, bats keep...

February 26, 2016

BACK PAIN – A CULTURAL THING?

I learned in anatomy at university that the human spine has several curves. The cervical lordosis (neck is concave), thoracic kyphosis (upper-mid back is...

February 26, 2016

COOKING OFF A GOOD BASE

I learnt a couple of basic cooking techniques when I started catering many years ago. any meat dish or serve with mustard, a green...

February 26, 2016

GEELONG’S BOSS OF LACROSSE

The Geelong-based defensive midfielder is a member of the senior women’s Australian squad and is vying for an official place on the national...

February 26, 2016

YOU CAN BANK ON THIS

Ah, the famous Coonawarra wine region over in South Australia… only a leisurely four-and-a-half hour or so drive away from here, and there you...

February 26, 2016

EYEING THE WEEKEND

FRIDAY 26/2 Trivia for a cause The Family Trivia Tour is coming to Torquay featuring plastic pollution expert Anthony Hill. The event will...

February 26, 2016

Geelong After Dark program released

Highlight events for Geelong After Dark have been released, promising a jam-packed line-up of exciting and unique performances, installations and arts experiences. On...

February 26, 2016

Regional Arts Fund grants open

Surf Coast and Bellarine artists can apply for up to $15,000 in grants from the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund. Funding is targeted...

February 26, 2016

Facing family in 4,000 Miles

A touching and poignant tale of colliding generations, written by one of America’s brightest playwrights, is coming to GPAC’s Drama Theatre in March....

February 26, 2016

RELAY FOR LIFE FINDS THE WILL TO GO ON

Surf Coast Relay For Life will get a burst of Will power with local band Famous Will announced last week as headliners for...

February 26, 2016

Have your say on netting of Gippsland’s river mouths

MORE and more recreational fishers are getting involved in taking responsibility for their sport, from understanding rules and regulations to following best practices...

February 26, 2016

Midweekers’ new season

TENNIS Geelong’s midweek ladies summer pennant began on February 4, with 12 grades and 91 teams of players, from Aireys Inlet to Winchelsea and...

February 26, 2016

Barwon stars in Inter-Regionals

This year marked the 60th anniversary of the championships, which involves regions from all over the state, including Loddon, Gippsland, Mornington, Goulburn and Wimmera,...

February 26, 2016

Henderson says East West Link must be built

CORANGAMITE Sarah Henderson says a report from Infrastructure Australia (IA) shows the East West Link must be built, but she is less committed to...

February 26, 2016

Tour de Transplant to roll through soon

AUSTRALIAN cycling legend Phil Anderson Road and the Bellarine Peninsula next month in an attempt to raise $150,000 for essential recovery accommodation for heart...

February 26, 2016

Geelong could learn a northern UK lesson

THERE are lessons for Geelong to be learnt from the efforts to revitalise northern England, according to the British High Commissioner to Australia. Menna Rawlings...

February 26, 2016

Geelonglivestock market report

THIS week’s yarding of 386 cattle at Geelong saw values for young cattle 2 to 3 cents per kilogram dearer with the top price...