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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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March 21, 2019

Demand outstrips supply for rental properties

Although the cooler weather has set in, the tourist season is over and the rush of student accommodation has subsided, it doesn’t mean that...

March 21, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Mount Duneed

The size of Mount Duneed is approximately 46.2 square kilometres and currently has one park. The population of Mount Duneed in 2011 was 622...

March 21, 2019

SURFCOASTERS TO PLAY AT HOME

THE Surfcoast Basketball Club’s under 14 boys side are playing this Friday night at Surf Coast Secondary College at 7.40pm. Led by coaches Gary...

March 21, 2019

Victorian artists go regional

Victorian artists have packed their bags for touring across the state and Australia, as Regional Arts Victoria’s 2019 touring roster gets moving. Developed with artists...

March 21, 2019

EYEING THE WEEKEND – March 21, 2019

FRIDAY 22/3

GRETTA RAY AT TORQUAY HOTEL The Torquay Hotel Surf Series presents Gretta Ray with full band and special guests Feelds and Ella Sweeney on Friday....

March 21, 2019

Ollie steps out as Good Friday Appeal ambassador

FOUR-year-old Oliver (Ollie) Wedding has been revealed as the face of this year’s Royal Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal. Ollie had the lower part of...

March 21, 2019

Stuart Grimley to open up in Torquay

MEMBER for Western Victoria Stuart Grimley will be opening his Parliamentary office in Torquay within weeks. The Victorian leader of Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party sat...

March 21, 2019

Boaters should lock in a buddy

A NEW campaign from Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is advising boaters and paddlers that they have a far better chance of rescue in an...

March 21, 2019

Federal government commits $150 million to stem cell research

THE federal government is investing $150 million to advance stem cell research. Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson, said the establishment of the 10-year Australian Stem...

March 21, 2019

Play says it’s time to talk about suicide

GEELONG’S Sacred Heart College will next week host a free play and workshop exploring the topic of teenage suicide. Not-for-profit organisation The Parents Guides is...

March 21, 2019

Local mayors appointed to government advisory panel

THREE mayors from the Geelong region are among the latest 14 appointees to a panel that will provide high-level advice to the state government...

March 21, 2019

Geelong residents strike it lucky in lotto

TWO Geelong residents have struck it lucky at TattsLotto in the space of a fortnight, with their division one wins netting them more than...

March 20, 2019

Safe Harbour Precinct masterplan released for comment

THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking feedback about the $19 million Geelong Waterfront Safe Harbour Precinct (GWSHP), releasing a draft masterplan for public...

March 20, 2019

Cities of Design come to Geelong

INTERNATIONAL representatives from two of Geelong’s fellow Cities of Design have shared stories about how design has shaped their cities for the better. The City...

March 20, 2019

ARMSTRONG GEELONG CATS FAMILY FUN DAY

Get your blue and white hoops out, Cats fans! It’s time for the spectacular Geelong Cats Family Fun Day at Armstrong.

March 20, 2019

Highton childcare centre opens

FAMILIES in the Highton area are now enjoying a range of children’s services in a new centre jointly funded by the City of Greater...

March 20, 2019

Low Light returns to highlight Queenscliff

THE Low Light Festival will return to Queenscliff this year, with an expected 7000 visitors from far and wide to converge on the Bellarine. Member...

March 20, 2019

Anglesea’s Village Fair cuts back on rubbish

THE Anglesea Primary School community has cleaned up in a big way after its Village Fair, dramatically cutting the amount of waste from the...

March 20, 2019

Barwon Water drops application for borefield water

BARWON Water has withdrawn its application to renew its licence to pull water from the Barwon Downs borefield for the moment, citing “concern and...

March 20, 2019

FAIR FOCUSES ON SMALL BUSINESS

Federal government agencies, not-for-profits andbusiness leaders offered a pop-up event of tips and advice at the Geelong Small Business Fair in Newtown on Friday...

March 20, 2019

Cayley can, and you can too

THE Torquay Hockey Club is supporting VicHealth’s This Girl Can Vic campaign, and is encouraging women across the region to get involved. A big part...

March 20, 2019

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman

Over the past 10 days I have been lucky enough to be with “my brothers” in the far north of New Zealand enjoying friendships,...

March 20, 2019

Committee for Lorne:

What an end to the pennant season for the Lorne Bowls Club! All three pennant sides won their respective grand final games, a unique...

March 20, 2019

IN BRIEF – March 21st, 2019

Women’s sailing program ROYAL Geelong Yacht Club’s Women In Sailing Program began around five years ago, with 12 mature ladies involved with the Pacer boats,...