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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September 22, 2022

K rock’s suburb star wins $10,000

A PORTARLINGTON resident became $10,000 richer in the blink of an eye in the culmination of K rock's $500,000 Suburb competition. Held at Wallington's Flying...

September 22, 2022

Cameron ready as Cats prepare for AFL premiership tilt

CATS star Jeremy Cameron is deep into preparations for his second AFL Grand Final but will be less responsive to messages this time. Geelong won...

September 20, 2022

Deakin partner with In2Science program

SECONDARY students in Geelong and throughout Victoria's south-west can now get access to passionate and enthusiastic STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) mentors with...

September 20, 2022

Shire’s program aims to make an impact

THE Surf Coast Shire has teamed up with Make A Change Australia to roll out the Expand Your Impact program across the municipality. Expand Your...

September 17, 2022

Premier opens mental health centre

A NEW acute mental health centre in North Geelong has begun welcoming its first patients. Premier Daniel Andrews and Minister for Mental Health Gabrielle Williams...

September 17, 2022

Geelong roads included in maintenance blitz

THE annual maintenance blitz on roads across the Geelong region has begun, supported by funding from the state government. The $780 million investment will rebuild,...

September 17, 2022

Crime Stoppers Victoria rolls out skateboarding initiative

CRIME Stoppers Victoria and the Victorian Skateboarding Association have landed a new initiative aimed at connecting and providing education and employment opportunities to young...

September 15, 2022

Local leaders mourn Queen Elizabeth II

CIVIC leaders from across Geelong have mourned the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on Friday last week (Australian time). The Queen was Britain's longest-living and...

September 15, 2022

Call to lower speed limit on Torquay North roads

A TORQUAY parent has called for the speed limit on roads in Torquay North to be lowered, following an incident where his son was...

September 14, 2022

Lot owner queries wetlands removal

A LOT owner in a proposed Torquay housing estate is looking for answers after the wetland to be built next to their future home...

September 13, 2022

Experimental trial fights back against Otways dieback

AN EXPERIMENTAL trial being run for the first time in Victoria is attempting to counter the spread of dieback in the Otways. The trial aims...

September 13, 2022

Upgrades complete at Apollo Bay harbour

STATE government-funded upgrades to Apollo Bay's harbour are now complete. The improvements at the harbour includes a new slipway cradle, which pulls boats out of...

September 11, 2022

Bill Evans talks economics over breakfast

GEELONG'S population growth is holding up very well compared to not only Victoria but also Australia, according to the latest update from Westpac expert...

September 11, 2022

Geelong libraries share in $2.3m of funding

THE Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) is receiving more than $2.3 million in funding to support its branches in the latest tranche of state...

September 11, 2022

Wathaurong to use $1.6m grant for dedicated facility

THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative will use a $1.6 million state government grant to create a dedicated space for the Wathaurong community's young people. To be...

September 8, 2022

Grimley joins calls for Armstrong Creek fire station

CALLS for the Armstrong Creek fire station to be built are getting louder, with Derryn Hinch's Justice Party state leader Stuart Grimley adding his...

September 8, 2022

Full points for new clubhouse design

A long and detailed collaboration between an architectural firm and a surf life saving club on the Bellarine has seen the result lauded in...

September 8, 2022

Ethereal spaces at Erksine River House

The imperatives of survival in a bushfire environment have inspired the design of a stunning new home. The Erskine River House, built near Lorne and...

September 8, 2022

Spring into new colours with Dulux

After a chaotic couple of years, many of us feel an overwhelming desire to live more simply and authentically. There has been a conscious stripping...

September 7, 2022

Submissions open for inquiry into 2022 federal election

THE federal Parliament's Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matters is now inviting submissions to its review of the 2022 federal election. The committee is considering...

September 7, 2022

City to form committee for LGBTQIA+ community

THE City of Greater Geelong is aiming to work closely with the municipality's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQIA+) community through...

September 3, 2022

Cellarbrations in Anglesea gets nod from shire

THE Surf Coast Shire council has approved a proposed Cellarbrations bottle shop and wine bar in Anglesea. At their meeting on Tuesday last week, councillors...

September 2, 2022

Council approves Torquay hospital build, with conditions

THE Surf Coast Shire council has agreed to the planning arrangements surrounding the coming Torquay Community Hospital, but with some conditions attached. To be located...

September 1, 2022

State government seeks feedback on Surf Coast Highway through Armstrong Creek

THE state government is calling for feedback on the future of one of the major roads running through Armstrong Creek. The $1.575 million Surf Coast...