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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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July 24, 2019

IN BRIEF – July 25, 2019

U3A to welcome Young Diggers U3A SURF Coast’s term three program began last week, and a highlight will be a visit from Carole Doyle and...

July 24, 2019

CSIRO researcher to talk climate change over dinner

SURF Coast residents will have the chance to learn more about the future impact of climate change on our coast at a dinner hosted...

July 24, 2019

Be there to learn about B Corporations

PATAGONIA, along with B Corp, Mast Lawyers and Cherished Pets, are hosting a free community event at their Torquay store as part of next...

July 24, 2019

Fence a win for environmental and cultural heritage conservation

UNDER the guidance of Wadawurrung (Wathaurung Aboriginal Corporation), a rabbit proof fence has recently been installed by the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC). A...

July 24, 2019

Roving Refills returns to Torquay

GET your re-useable containers ready, as Roving Refills will be back in Torquay next week. The business will be at Torquay Community House from 9.30am-11am...

July 24, 2019

Anglesea shopping centre spruced up

THE Anglesea Shopping Centre is being spruced up with new paving, trees and seating. The Surf Coast Shire has replaced old and broken tiles with...

July 18, 2019

ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB – July 18, 2019

Wednesday July 10 – Men played Stableford. Division 1 Winner Ian Treloar (13) 35 points, Division 2 Winner Col Patterson (19) 35 points, Division...

July 18, 2019

Anglesea – A Surf Coast tennis gem

THEY are certainly doing something right at Anglesea Tennis Club, one of the 50 top clubs in Victoria, membership-wise, with a court and clubhouse...

July 18, 2019

The Plumbing Business servicing the Surf Coast

THE Plumbing Business (TPB) has been servicing the Surf Coast and surrounds for the past 12 months and is family-owned and operated by Bart...

July 18, 2019

Art of craft ON SHOW THIS WEEKEND

Creative minds are invited to experience the joy of paper crafting this weekend across two days of artistry at the Vines Road Community Centre. Paper...

July 17, 2019

Rock around the Christmas cheer at Basils this July

THE TEAM at Basils Farm are gearing up to host a Christmas in July week from July 24. The mid-year festive celebration has been inspired...

July 17, 2019

Sharks have a happy hunting ground at home

ARMSTRONG Creek’s first junior footy sides hosted their first home games on Saturday, and both teams snapped up a win. Playing at the new Warralily...

July 17, 2019

Committee for Lorne -Lorne Film backs Australian independent filmmakers

Lorne Film is back after a three-year hiatus on July 26-28. This year, the well-loved festival will exclusively showcase Australian independent films. Two world...

July 17, 2019

Committee for Lorne – A word from the Chairman

The organisers of the Great Ocean Road Running Festival have shared their post event report which makes for very interesting reading. This year, there...

July 17, 2019

Framework to consider South Geelong’s urban future

THE City of Greater Geelong is considering the future development of land surrounding the South Geelong railway station. The Urban Design Framework (UDF) will help...

July 17, 2019

Nominations open soon for Anglesea by-election

NOMINATIONS to stand as a candidate in the Surf Coast Shire’s Anglesea Ward by-election open soon (Thursday, July 25), and prospective candidates are invited...

July 17, 2019

Anglesea Men’s Shed gets a hand from the bank

COMMONWEALTH Bank Anglesea branch employees have donated $500 to the Anglesea Men’s Shed as part of a nationwide community donation program. Over the next few...

July 17, 2019

Bring the outside inside for

With the cold weather here, we’re spending less and less time outside. And while there’s something cozy about curling up on the couch beside an open...

July 17, 2019

Consider home staging when selling your house

No matter which point of the market you are selling at, professional home staging is the single most powerful tool at your disposal to positively affect the selling...

July 17, 2019

Anglesea borefield community consultation starts today

THE first of Barwon Water’s Anglesea Borefield community consultations will take place this afternoon. The local water corporation is preparing to consult the community about...

July 17, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Anglesea

The size of Anglesea is approximately 96.9 square kilometres stretching out along the Great Ocean Road with the Anglesea Heath and Otway Forest Park...

July 17, 2019

Coastal trail route to be revealed

ROUTE options for a potential new coastal trail between Fairhaven and Skenes Creek will be revealed for discussion this week at consultation sessions in...

July 17, 2019

Ellie crowned champion at Gold Coast comp

BARWON Heads’ Ellie Harrison took out the blue ribbon 16 and under divisions at the 2019 Billabong Occy’s Grom Comp on the Gold Coast...

July 17, 2019

TRUE VOICE: Corrina Eccles talks treaty at Surf Coast event

THE long-awaited treaty in Victoria is an opportunity for the state’s Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to redefine how they see each other, according to...