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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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September 16, 2024

G21 Regional Forum to discuss food insecurity

THE final program for this year's G21 Regional Forum has been confirmed, with one of the sessions dedicated to food security and food insecurity. According...

September 15, 2024

Scott open-minded about recalling stalwarts for AFL Prelim

GEELONG coach Chris Scott will recall one star and remains open-minded to bringing back another proven trio for his club's AFL Preliminary Final. Tom Stewart...

September 14, 2024

Be careful with coloured dye, EPA warns tradies

A SERIES of incidents that turned creeks and stormwater drains bright blue, green or orange has prompted a call to plumbers and other tradies...

September 14, 2024

Torquay student’s art wins R U OK? award

TORQUAY'S Brigid Ward has won the 2024 R U OK? National Student Art Competition, organised to inspire conversations that count. The award celebrates Brigid's creativity...

September 14, 2024

Electric vehicle powers up shire’s MCH service

THE Surf Coast Shire has added a new electric vehicle to its flee, for the use of the shire's Maternal and Child Health (MCH)...

September 13, 2024

House4Health to go under the hammer

THE House4Health charity home will go under the hammer tomorrow (Saturday, September 14) for the benefit of the Barwon Health Foundation. Free family activities at...

September 13, 2024

K rock program a finalist in national radio awards

A WEEKLY program on Geelong's K rock 95.5 is one of only four finalists in a category in the 2024 Australian Commercial Radio Awards...

September 11, 2024

Madi Browne named new patron of Read The Play

READ the Play has announced renowned netballer Madi Browne has joined the organisation as a patron. Noted for her dedication and exceptional achievements on the...

September 11, 2024

Paramedics urge clarity on house numbers

PARAMEDICS are asking Victorians to make sure the number on their house, apartment, farm or property is visible from the street to help crews...

September 10, 2024

Nominations open for Wannon Sport and Volunteer Awards

WANNON federal member Dan Tehan is calling for nominations for the 2024 Wannon Sport and Volunteer Awards. The Sport Awards recognise and highlight exceptional sporting...

September 7, 2024

SPAN to walk again for suicide awareness

HOPE Bereavement Care will again help mark World Suicide Prevention Day with the SPAN Suicide Awareness Walk in Geelong's city centre this weekend. This year's...

September 7, 2024

Simon Gerrans signs on as United Around the Bay ambassador

BICYCLE Network has announced three-time Grand Tour stage winner and Hendry's bike store owner Simon Gerrans as an event ambassador for this year's United...

September 6, 2024

Nominations open soon for local council elections

CANDIDATES ready to stand in October's local council postal elections across Victoria are urged to use the Victorian Electoral Commission's (VEC) updated Candidate Helper...

September 3, 2024

Program aims to ease stress among small business owners

RUNNING a small business can be exciting and empowering but can also involve stress and pressure coming from many directions. Without healthy coping strategies, these...

August 31, 2024

Commerce Torquay celebrates 30th birthday

COMMERCE Torquay has celebrated 30 years of supporting and promoting local businesses in the Surf Coast town. The gathering at Torquay Hotel on Wednesday last...

August 30, 2024

Provider gets 50-year lease for affordable housing project

THE Surf Coast Shire has entered into a 50-year peppercorn rent arrangement with a national not-for-profit housing provider to build social and affordable homes...

August 28, 2024

Shane Warne Legacy Health Check expands

Shane Warne Legacy, Latrobe Health Services and SiSU Health have announced their plan to expand the Shane Warne Legacy Health Check program nationally for...

August 27, 2024

AFLW Cats dig in to improve the environment

GEELONG Cats AFLW players, members and staff teamed up with the City of Greater Geelong to plant more than 1000 native shrubs, grasses and...

August 26, 2024

Find your new ward in the Surf Coast Shire

VOTERS in the Surf Coast Shire will be part of a new ward structure at this year's local council election, with the city now...

August 25, 2024

People’s Ride entries to Cadel’s race close soon

EARLY bird registrations for the TAC People's Ride are closing soon, with more than 3,000 riders again expected to roll along the roads of...

August 24, 2024

Geelong gigs announced for Always Live

THE Always Live program of events is returning for a third year, with the statewide celebration of contemporary live music set to take over...

August 20, 2024

Natural RE launches 2025 calendar competition

NATURAL Real Estate has announced the launch of its Calendar Photo Competition, which is now in its sixth year. The 13 winning shots will be...

August 19, 2024

Li-S Energy powers up with federal grant

WAURN Ponds tech manufacturer Li–S Energy is using a $1.7 million grant from the federal government to upgrade its production line as it aims...

August 17, 2024

Ryan’s celebrates 45 years of service

THE Ryan's group of IGA supermarkets is marking 45 years of providing groceries to the Victorian community this month. Members of the Ryan family involved...