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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

Swinging pedals for CF

A CHARITY golf day will be held Friday February 19 at RACV Torquay to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis Victoria. The day will support Cycle...

February 5, 2016

COMMUNITY PROFILE

There’s no doubt Graham and Evelyn are passionate about life and coming to Lorne. Even Charlie, their eleven year old spoodle, adores it. Graham’s grandmother’s...

February 5, 2016

A makeover for The Dolls House

If you’ve driven up Grove Road past the school lately, you might have noticed that the two storey timber building close to the road...

February 5, 2016

Three dead, one missing in plane crash

THREE people have been killed and one more is missing after a plane crash off the coast of the Bellarine Peninsula last week. The light...

February 5, 2016

SHOES POLISHED FOR FIRST DAY

School is back, and with it the return to the routine of school lunches, afterschool activities and tired out kids at the end of...

February 5, 2016

FAREWELLING AN ICON

Surfers form a guard of honour around the iconic Rip Curl Pro trophy to farewell local surf and community legend Joe Sweeney at Torquay...

February 5, 2016

ALL BUSINESS AFTER SURF

Torquay Commerce and Tourism (TCT) treasurer Robert Bailey, TCT small events coordinator Les Watson, and Coulter Roache Lawyers’ Julia Ladgrove enjoy a wine and...

February 5, 2016

1000 reasons to donate

KOBO Café Torquay is raising funds for people at Wye River affected by the bushfire and is looking to nearly double to amount raised...

February 5, 2016

Teams sought for relay challenge

AT LEAST 10 more fundraising teams are wanted for this year’s Surf Coast Relay for Life in Torquay. David and Karen Tullis, of Torquay Lotto...

February 5, 2016

Lions large in fundraising effort

THE Lions Club of Lorne has been busy helping affected families and individuals following recent Club president Belinda Lance...

January 28, 2016

Marketing event not to be missed

Marketing event not to be missed

A free marketing media forum...

January 28, 2016

FRESH DIRECTION FOR GEELONG GALLERY

Inside Geelong Gallery. Photo: JESSE MARLOW
Internationally recognised public art museum director and curator Jason Smith will take the reins...

January 28, 2016

Hayden’s summer of sales

Hayden’s summer of sales HAYDEN Real Estate Torquay is enjoying a increasing the interest in residential properties. Hayden's Wayne Mackay said that the fantastic weather...

January 28, 2016

Health tips for hot days

While most people find really hot days and long spells of hot weather uncomfortable, there are some people who are at higher risk of...

January 28, 2016

Sensible discussion sought on borough

THE recent talk around possible amalgamations of local government municipalities in our region is creating some interesting debate. The debate comes after questions querying the...

January 28, 2016

Winchelsea wants its kart track back

THE Winchelsea Fun Kart Club could resume operation in coming months with the Surf Coast Shire considering a petition to reopen or relocate their...

January 28, 2016

Auction draws near on river of support

EXCITEMENT is building as the auction of a to Geelong-based Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) charity, River’s Gift, draws near. Only four weeks remain until...

January 28, 2016

Title bobs up in shire’s hands

THE state government has kept its promise to rezone its portion of Jan Juc’s Bob Pettitt Reserve from residential to public park and recreation...

April 15, 2015

Krav Maga hits Coastal Boxin

Called Krav Maga, the devastating selfdefence system has been proven in battle and on the streets for many years. In Krav Maga, you’ll learn...

April 15, 2015

MUTCH EXCITEMENT OVER WINDOW ART

His work, titled Shelter II, is a sculptural installation that employs concrete, plaster, commercial shelving, and polyurethane, described by Mutch as “poignantly reminiscent of...

April 15, 2015

Titles defended at Bells Beach

MICK Fanning has received a push forward in his quest for the world title, named champion of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach for...

April 15, 2015

Federation-era Heads’ home under hammer

BELLARINE Property will auction an iconic riverside home at 14 River Parade, Barwon Heads this weekend. Positioned opposite the river, Elandra is an iconic...

April 15, 2015

Traders suggest weekend and holiday surcharge

SOME Torquay traders have floated the idea of charging a surcharge on weekends and public holidays as a response to Victoria’s new public holidays....

April 15, 2015

Coles jobs up for grabs

APPLICATIONS are now open for more than 100 jobs at the new Coles supermarket in Torquay, scheduled to open in June. Team members appointed...