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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 27, 2019

That’s the spirit: distilleries boosting regional property markets

Distilleries are giving a spirited boost to the property markets in Regional Victorian towns, according to an analysis by the Real Estate Institute of...

June 27, 2019

Table Tennis Aussie Open returns to Geelong

SOME of the best table tennis players in the world are preparing to return to Geelong for the Seamaster 2019 ITTF World Tour Platinum...

June 27, 2019

Let the kids go bush to play and learn in Anglesea

It may be winter but with the right clothes and know-how, YMCA Anglesea Recreation Camp will get your kids active and outdoors these holidays. At...

June 27, 2019

New steps drop in at surf breaks

Stairs descended from on high at Jan Juc on Tuesday as part of works to improve access at surf breaks Steps and Boobs. The...

June 27, 2019

Geemanji adventure comes to town

The Tikis have taken over Geelong and the Bellarine and have let animals run wild! Join the adventure to solve the hidden clues and collect...

June 27, 2019

Get your skates on: A winter wonderland is coming to Queenscliff

Winter Wonderland Ice Skating and Tobogganing is coming to Queenscliff Harbour these June/July School Holidays. Queenscliff Harbour in conjunction with the State Government’s ‘Building Stronger...

June 27, 2019

Help your child learn and improve with Kip McGrath

The Kip McGrath Literacy program is based around phonics reinforcement. It caters for students who are virtual non-readers through to those who are having minor...

June 27, 2019

HOLIDAY FUN, HIGH IN THE SKY

These winter school holidays, Melbourne Star Observation Wheel will host an array of fun and free activities. These include free flights for kids, a Spy...

June 27, 2019

Art’s so cool with art’sKool

Want to explore the artist within your child? art’sKool at 1/20 Everist Road, Ocean Grove is the place. It’s abuzz with fun and exciting school...

June 26, 2019

Take a trip on the Bellarine Railway

Take a scenic journey from Queenscliff to Drysdale or Lakers Siding, travelling alongside Swan Bay and through remnant bush. Trains depart from Queenscliff and Drysdale...

June 26, 2019

Waterfront boat yard to become public park

A LONG-disused site on Geelong’s waterfront will be revitalised as a public park that celebrates the area’s history. Work on the former Western Beach boat...

June 26, 2019

Geelong’s creativity goes on show

GEELONG mayor Bruce Harwood says the city “has been heard loud and clear” at the recent UNESCO conference in Italy. Cr Harwood and the city’s...

June 26, 2019

Impact of fine mess debated in Parliament

THE state Opposition has criticised state Labor over the fallout of errors and delays at Fines Victoria on councils such as the City of...

June 26, 2019

Geelong celebrates World Refugee Day

THE City of Greater Geelong celebrated World Refugee Day (June 20) as part of Refugee Week, which ran until June 22. World Refugee Day and...

June 26, 2019

Wastewater analysis gives population drug use insights

A STUDY of wastewater has found Victoria has the highest average capital city consumption and second highest average regional consumption of heroin nationally, and...

June 26, 2019

Mental health Royal Commission announces themes

SUICIDE prevention and the stigma associated with mental illness will be two of the key themes explored at next month’s public hearings as part...

June 26, 2019

A matter of priority: G21 reviews projects list

THE board of leading Geelong lobby group 21 is reviewing its priority projects list for advocacy purposes following the recent state and federal elections. In...

June 26, 2019

SENATE RESULTS IN VICTORIA FINALISED

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has announced that the count for the election of six Senators for Victoria has been completed. The successful candidates for...

June 26, 2019

Seagull wing inspires wind turbine design

DEAKIN University engineering researchers have been inspired by nature to design a new generation of wind turbine blade that increases the production of electricity. Using...

June 26, 2019

Roger Grant sails away from tourism role

LONG-serving Geelong tourism boss Roger Grant was given a rousing send-off by colleagues and friends at an event in Grovedale last week. Mr Grant, the...

June 26, 2019

New grants support public art projects

TWO projects illustrating the issue of plastic waste and the environment have received $5,000 grants in the Surf Coast Shire’s first Arts Development Seed...

June 26, 2019

Shire seeks more Family Day Care educators

THEY say “home is where the heart is” and for Talitha Michael, it couldn’t be truer. The Bellbrae resident has made her dream job...

June 26, 2019

Crowdfunding helps Cole’s hospital bill

INDEPENDENT candidate and environmental activist Damien Cole has thanked the community for their generous support towards his hospital bill after he suffered a head...

June 26, 2019

OFF TARGET: Shire submission calls for rethink of Taylor Park plan

THE Surf Coast Shire is keeping an open mind on a third green at the Torquay Bowls Club, with officers describing the proposal’s absence...