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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May 29, 2019

Lorne SLSC gets nod for youth and senior state championships

THE 2020 and 2021 Victorian Lifesaving State Championship events have been locked in, with the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club getting the nod for...

May 29, 2019

Committee for Lorne – A word from the Chairman

Without doubt the most talked about event of the last two weeks, and months before, was the Federal Election and the recent results and...

May 29, 2019

Andrew happy to help out in Wye

THE theme for this year’s National Volunteer Week was “making a world of difference”, and Wye River resident Andrew Hack is a shining example. Mr...

May 29, 2019

Shire hall window to be fixed in June

THE Surf Coast Shire says it hopes repairs to a vandalised stained glass window at Winchelsea’s former shire hall will be complete early in...

May 29, 2019

On their bikes: Metricon raises more than $100,000 for young cancer sufferers

EARLY last Saturday morning 12 very keen Metricon employees embarked on a four-day Victorian bike ride, battling the elements to cover over 450kms to...

May 29, 2019

Budget spends up on schools

THE patrons and staff of the Geelong Performing Arts Centre will be dancing in the aisles, with the Victorian 2019-20 budget delivering $128 million...

May 29, 2019

Coker takes Corangamite, Henderson eyes Senate

THE fight for Corangamite is over, with incumbent Liberal MP Sarah Henderson conceding victory to Labor challenger Libby Coker last week. However, Ms Henderson’s absence...

May 29, 2019

Consultation begins on Great Ocean Road’s future

COMMUNITY forums seeking input to shape planning for the future of the Great Ocean Road region began last week. The Great Ocean Road Management Reform...

May 29, 2019

WAITING GAME: State election commitments not yet fully funded in budget

THE state budget has finally been handed down, but some of the region’s residents will have to wait longer for Labor’s election promises to...

May 23, 2019

Vibrant community on offer at Kensington

Kensington Retirement Village is a vibrant community with resortstyle facilities nestled on the Bellarine Peninsula in the suburb of Leopold, a short drive from...

May 23, 2019

Seven key things to consider when choosing a quality retirement village

With so many retirement-living options, it can be a challenge to decide on the best place to spend your golden years. So, with the...

May 23, 2019

Lead an active, pain-free and healthy life with Kieser

Strengthening your body can help promote an active, pain-free and healthy life. At Kieser, their programs are designed to help clients build strength, regardless of...

May 23, 2019

Organist makes his way from Notre Dame, Paris to St Luke’s, Torquay

Last month’s devastating fire that engulfed Notre Dame and destroyed its iconic spire fortunately left untouched the cathedral’s 8,000-pipe organ. No one was more relieved...

May 23, 2019

Ocean Mist offers wide range of care

Ocean Mist Aged Care is located in Torquay next to Kithbrooke Park Country Club. Staff and management focus on ensuring that residents are provided the...

May 23, 2019

A long and frank discussion with Muirfield Financial Services

Suddenly, because of their prominence in the upcoming election campaign, franking credits from Australian share dividends have become a topic of household conversation (after...

May 23, 2019

A little help at home with Villa Maria Catholic Homes

For many older Victorians, the choice to live at home, with support, is the best option. It’s important you feel safe and comfortable in...

May 23, 2019

No change before election in May, but June could be different story for RBA

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) once again made the decision to leave the nation’s official cash rate (OCR) unchanged at 1.50 per cent. Mortgage...

May 23, 2019

PIPA LOOKS FORWARD TO WORKING WITH GOVERNMENT ON MUCH-NEEDED LEGISLATION

The Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) is looking forward to working with a Coalition Government on behalf of its members and the wider property...

May 23, 2019

Links Property paints the Surf Coast pink

For the sixth consecutive year, Links Property will paint the Surf Coast PINK starting this month through July 31, 2019, in support of Breast Cancer...

May 23, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Winchelsea

The size of the Winchelsea district is approximately 247.5 square kilometres. The population of Winchelsea in 2011 was 1,955 people and by the 2016 Census...

May 23, 2019

ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB – May 23, 2019

ON Wednesday May 15 – Men’s Stableford and first round of Phil Lewtas Trophy. Geoff Lewtas Trophy winner Paul Dowling 42 points. A Grade...

May 23, 2019

Bellarine Bears starting to find form

IT was a fairly successful weekend for the Bears in this week’s baseball, with A-grade back in the winner’s circle and season first wins...

May 23, 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...

May 23, 2019

YOU’RE NOT ALONE BEYOND BLUE REACHES OUT TO NEW PARENTS

A new analysis out of Beyond Blue has found many new parents search for answers online to questions they’re too afraid to ask aloud,...