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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 11, 2023

Local livability gets top marks in PwC index

SURF Coast and Bellarine towns have scored highly in PricewaterhouseCoopers' (PwC) list of the best places to live in regional Victoria, locking in three...

February 11, 2023

Bird Rock toilet block set to be replaced

THE toilet block at Bird Rock in Jan Juc is slated to be replaced, and the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority (GORCAPA)...

February 11, 2023

Febfast launches fitness challenge

Annual health initiative febfast is back on this month, and organisers have introduced a new fitness-based challenge to give people another way to raise...

February 10, 2023

City’s municipal monitors named

THE state government has announced the names of the two municipal monitors who will guide the recruitment of the City of Greater Geelong’s next...

February 10, 2023

Devastation as Epworth maternity closure confirmed

TIME has run out to reverse the proposed closure of the Epworth Geelong maternity service, with the private hospital group announcing last week the...

February 10, 2023

Housing seasonal workers has benefits for all

A BUSINESS in Kennett River says it has reaped the benefits of backpackers hosted locally to work as staff, and is encouraging homeowners along...

February 10, 2023

A Day of Destruction

Next week will mark 40 years since one of Victoria and South Australia's most destructive bushfires and one of the most significant natural disasters...

February 10, 2023

Armstrong Creek community facility nears completion

A NEW $13 million community hub with early years and family services on the western side of Armstrong Creek is nearing completion. The facility, being...

February 5, 2023

Brae expert signs up to Farm My School project

The head farmer at acclaimed restaurant Brae is digging in as part of efforts to transform unused school land on the Bellarine into a...

February 4, 2023

Classic tracks from the rising Sun

Noted Sydney musician and songwriter John Kennedy will lead an all-star musical trio at the Potato Shed that pays tribute to legendary Sun Records...

February 4, 2023

CFA warns about risk of sparking dry grass fires

FARMERS and the wider community have been urged not to drive vehicles, farm machinery, mowers or motorbikes through dry grass to avoid sparking a...

February 3, 2023

Year 5 starts at college’s Surf Coast campus

CHRISTIAN College Geelong's Surf Coast campus in Torquay has welcomed its first class of Year 5 pupils, who had their first day on Tuesday...

February 3, 2023

Interest sought for building Games village in Armstrong Creek

APPLICATIONS to be help build the athletes' village earmarked for Armstrong Creek for the Victoria 2026 Commonwealth Games are now open. On Wednesday this week,...

February 3, 2023

Training to address workforce’s digital deficit

A NEW training program coming to Geelong next week has been inspired by the need for the workforce to update its digital skills. Geelong-based Harvest...

February 3, 2023

First-time World Tour winners triumph at Cadel’s race

THE Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) has made a successful return to the Geelong region after a two-year absence, with big crowds...

January 29, 2023

Groups start early on Good Friday fundraiser

A MAJOR Victorian hospital will again need fundraising support this year, and some groups have got started early with their efforts in 2023. Royal Children's...

January 28, 2023

Young comic talent quest coming to Geelong

The hunt for Australia's most hilarious teenager will come to Geelong next month as part of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Open to those aged...

January 28, 2023

Wurriki Nyal to open up on open day

THE community is being invited to take a look inside the City of Greater Geelong's new administrative heart at an open day for Wurriki...

January 27, 2023

Final decision on Epworth maternity looms

EFFORTS to stop the proposed closure of the maternity unit at Epworth Geelong are heating up but running out of time, with a decision...

January 27, 2023

Teams locked in for return of Cadel’s race

THE stage is set for this weekend's Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR), with the teams and riders in the Elite Men's Race...

January 25, 2023

Safari delights as the sun goes down

The return of Werribee Open Range Zoo's Sunset Safari experience is thrilling and delighting visitors for a fifth year with a new route for...

January 23, 2023

Extra firefighters protect Lorne over summer

EXTRA firefighters were stationed in Lorne this month as the CFA boosted its capability in the town over the holiday season. About 30 volunteers from...

January 22, 2023

Welcome Wave welcomed back

THE Welcome Wave will be welcomed back to the Surf Coast next week as the Surf Coast Shire celebrates the world's best female cyclists...

January 21, 2023

Fun for all as show keeps on trucking

THE Geelong Showgrounds hosted two days of horsepower throughout the years with the 2023 edition of the Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show. Run last...