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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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June 30, 2022

Building community preparedness

StandBy Support After Suicide is a community-based program dedicated to supporting people and communities across Australia bereaved or affected by suicide. The name reflects the...

June 30, 2022

Campaign to counter negative attitudes to ageing

The Barwon Elder Abuse Primary Prevention Network, led by Barwon Community Legal Centre and in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong, have launched...

June 23, 2022

A healthy and holistic approach: Pet Botanica

Pet Botanica aims to deliver a more healthy and holistic approach to pet care. Krystal founded the business after wishing there was a pet brand...

June 23, 2022

Work placements lead to great job outcomes

THE Gordon and St John of God Geelong Hospital (SJOGH) have been industry partners for more than 15 years, ensuring the next generation of...

June 22, 2022

Workshop seeks business feedback on GCEC

THE team behind the coming Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCEC) has reached out to Geelong’s business community for their thoughts on the $294...

June 22, 2022

Cats award life memberships to Blicavs, Cam Guthrie

THE Geelong Cats will induct Mark Blicavs and Cam Guthrie as life members of the AFL club and honour former vice-president Bob Gartland with...

June 21, 2022

Geelong’s Relay for Life to return

RELAY for Life will return to Geelong in 2022 after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cancer Council Victoria is encouraging Geelong locals...

June 21, 2022

A stitch in time: Armstrong Creek group sews up 1,000 Boomerang Bags

A COMMUNITY group in Armstrong Creek has sewn up a major milestone in helping people be more sustainable and protect the environment during their...

June 16, 2022

Understanding different blood types

Human blood is not all the same. It was not until 1900-1901, when Austrian-born biologist Karl Landsteiner discovered the ABO blood groups and why...

June 16, 2022

A masterclass in resilience

At the LifeChanger Foundation, we are fortunate to run empowering programs for thousands of youth and mentors in Australia and New Zealand. One of our...

June 16, 2022

Promoting a proactive approach to men’s health

This week marks Men’s Health Week and Lake Imaging are helping to raise awareness around the importance of males taking a proactive approach to...

June 16, 2022

To get surf and turf at Surf Coast Trail Marathon

More than 600 eager runners will descend on the Surf Coast this Saturday, June 18, lured seaside by clifftop turf trails and big surf...

June 16, 2022

Increase your comfort this winter with energy tips

GEELONG Sustainability has launched a one-stop directory to help you increase home comfort and reduce your energy usage. Launched mid-June, just in time for the...

June 16, 2022

Luncheon presents Lorne Community Cup

THE debut of the new Stribling Reserve Community Pavilion has also seen the latest awarding of one of Lorne’s highest community honours. At the Committee...

June 16, 2022

Super soup starts Aireys festival

THE Love Winter in Aireys festival has again begun in apt fashion given the cold conditions, treating residents and visitors with warm cups of...

June 16, 2022

Deep impact: Shire to consider “realistic” outcome for $39.25m aquatic centre

THE Surf Coast Shire will carry out a “realistic” reappraisal of what the nearly $40 million budget for the Surf Coast Aquatic and Health...

June 15, 2022

Stapleton joins the simultaneous storytelling

SURF Coast Shire mayor Libby Stapleton was among the many civic leaders who sat down to share a good book during National Simultaneous Storytime. The...

June 14, 2022

Why men don’t take charge of their health

Denial, mistrust and the fear of being perceived as weak are just some of the reasons men neglect their health, according to research ahead...

June 12, 2022

Surf Coast Century starts 100-day countdown

TODAY (Thursday, June 9) marks 100 days until the 100km Surf Coast Century ultra-marathon, to be held here on the Surf Coast on September...

June 10, 2022

Shire seeks funds to protect infrastructure against climate change

THE Surf Coast Shire council will lobby its fellow Victorian municipalities to join its efforts to secure state government funding to help protect buildings,...

June 10, 2022

FFMVic staff honoured for emergency service

NEARLY three dozen Forest Fire Management Victoria (FFMVic) staff from across the Otways and Geelong region have been recognised for their outstanding commitment to...

June 9, 2022

Aireys’ lovely winter begins

WINTER is here, and the Aireys Inlet community is inviting everyone to celebrate the season with its annual festival from this weekend. Love Winter in...

June 7, 2022

Stadium illuminated with art

A VIBRANT exploration of colour lit up Torquay North on Saturday night as crowds took a look at Illumination. Supported by the Surf Coast Shire’s...

June 3, 2022

Henderson re-elected to the Senate

VICTORIAN Liberal Senator Sarah Henderson has had a win despite her party's loss at the federal election, retaining her place in Parliament's upper house. Senator...