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 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...

February 26, 2016

Herbalife ride pulls in $100,000 for charity

The team of Herbalife cyclists that left Torquay earlier this year have announced their ride has raised more than $100,000. The 29 riders and 24...

February 26, 2016

Learn first aid in Lorne

The Lorne Football Netball Club is offering a level 2 first aid course next month. The eight-hour course also requires an online prelearning requirement...

February 26, 2016

World Day of Prayer celebrations

St Therese Catholic Church in Torquay is the host church for this year’s World Day of Prayer Celebrations, which will take...

February 26, 2016

Torquay Cup races to aid food bank

ORGANISERS of the Surf Coast Times Torquay Cup are proud to announce Torquay Food Aid have been chosen as this year’s sponsored charity. fundraiser for...

February 26, 2016

Lorne Men’s Shedders First Community Project Beat the bl**dy cockies!

A MAJOR problem with Lorne’s plague of sulphurcrested cockatoos is the ability of the birds to open rubbish bins and scatter their contents far...

February 26, 2016

Lorne students score social zones

LORNE-Aireys Inlet P-12 College will provide improved support to students with special needs thanks to a $35,000 grant, announced this week. The grant comes via...

February 26, 2016

Katos launches intersection petition

SOUTH Barwon MP Andrew Katos has launched installed at the intersection of the Surf Coast Highway and Beach Road. Mr Katos and shadow minister for...

February 26, 2016

Pop-up objectors invited to meeting

THE Surf Coast Shire is convening a meeting for people who are objecting to Torquay’s new pop-up food venues. The planning permits for the Daily...

February 26, 2016

TWO GOOD

TWO surf boat crews from Torquay SLSC have triumphed at Shellharbour, helping Australia defeat New Zealand for the fourth successive year and beating the...

February 18, 2016

ACTING UP IN TORQUAY

The stage and screen veteran volunteered his time to work with 22 TTT regulars and newcomers on character development, script analysis, voice production and...

February 18, 2016

HOW DOES ONE DEFINE FITNESS?

Are you sick, well, or fit? Here is how I see the definition of fitness courtesy of Greg Glassman. “Eat meat and vegetables, nuts...