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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April 17, 2019

Liberals launch National Women’s Health Strategy

THE federal Liberals have launched the National Women’s Health Strategy 2020-2030, with more than $50 million in funding to improve women’s health in areas...

April 17, 2019

New Barwon Health CEO appointed

WELL-known healthcare leader Frances Diver has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of Barwon Health. Ms Diver has held senior leadership roles for...

April 17, 2019

IN BRIEF – April 18, 2018

Riordan wants answers on wire rope barrier cost LIBERAL Polwarth MP Richard Riordan has called for an explanation for the 77 per cent increase in Victoria’s...

April 17, 2019

Barwon Water wraps up info sessions about borefields

BARWON Water wrapped up its series of community information sessions about the Barwon Downs borefields last week. The three community information sessions were hosted to...

April 17, 2019

Stephanie Gilmore honoured at WSL awards

THE world’s best surfers of 2018 were honoured at the World Surf League Awards in Coolangatta, Queensland at the end of March. The awards night...

April 17, 2019

Quiz the Corangamite candidates on refugees

CORANGAMITE voters will have the opportunity to ask candidates about asylum seeker and refugee policy in a forum in Torquay next week. The "Meet the...

April 17, 2019

Planned burn ignited near Lorne

PEOPLE in Lorne, Forrest, Deans Marsh and Colac may see or smell smoke from the ignition of the 2,271-hectare Neck Track and Wickham Track...

April 17, 2019

Committee for Lorne – A word from the Chairman

Happy Easter! And what a big weekend it’s going to be with so much on and so many different things to do in and...

April 17, 2019

See the colourful world under the surf break

WHILE global attention will focus on the surf at Bells Beach this week, there’ll be just as much happening below the waves during the...

April 17, 2019

Catch a movie, catch a train, head to a market

THE Bells Beach Surf Film Festival is gearing up to celebrate one of Australia’s greatest surf filmmakers, Dick Hoole, at Torquay’s Australian National Surfing...

April 17, 2019

Anzac Day to be commemorated next week

AUSTRALIANS will stop and remember all those who served next week as Anzac Day commemorations are held across the country. Local services on Thursday, April...

April 17, 2019

PM is on target for Torquay Bowls Club funding

CORANGAMITE Liberal federal member Sarah Henderson has rolled out the biggest of big guns as she attempts to hold her seat, with Prime Minister...

April 17, 2019

Henderson splashes $20 million for Torquay pool

THE Liberals have made a huge dive for the pool vote in Corangamite, with incumbent MP Sarah Henderson announcing on Sunday that $30 million...

April 17, 2019

Rising stars of local surfing recognised at Bells event

YOUNG local surfing talent rubbed shoulders with the sport’s elite when the Surf Coast Shire Rising Star Awards were presented on Tuesday as part...

April 17, 2019

Enrol to vote before tonight’s deadline

THE federal election has been announced and Australians must act now to ensure they are enrolled before the deadline of 8pm tonight (Thursday, April...

April 17, 2019

It’s on: election called for May 18

THE starting gun has finally been fired for the 2019 federal election, with voters to go to the polls on May 18. In the electorate...

April 11, 2019

BUDGET TO HAVE POSITIVE IMPACT ON HOUSING AFFORDABILITY

Housing Industry Association (HIA) Chief Economist Tim Reardon says that measures in this most recent federal budget will have a positive impact on affordability...

April 11, 2019

Enjoy the school holidays

School holidays are on and there’s no better time than autumn to get out and about in Armstrong’s wonderland of natural parks, playgrounds and...

April 11, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Moggs Creek

The size of Moggs Creek is approximately 4.1 square kilometres with the population in 2011 being recorded at 178 people and by the 2016...

April 11, 2019

At home with Ellie Harrison

INTERVIEW: JAMES TAYLOR PICTURES: MICHAEL CHAMBERS Some of the rising stars of Australian surfing will be at Bells Beach from next week onwards, and Ellie Harrison...

April 11, 2019

QUESTIONS YOU SHOULD ASK 8 WHEN VISITING A DISPLAY HOME

Whether you’re seeking inspiration or looking to lock-down the right design for your dream home, visiting display homes is a fun yet informative way...

April 11, 2019

Locals reduce energy use through Surf Coast Shire’s new program

Anglesea locals Lynne and Trevor are among the increasing number of Surf Coast locals who are making positive changes to reduce their overall energy...

April 11, 2019

Outstanding townhouse release set for Armstrong Mt Duneed

Townhouse living with parks, cafes, shops, playgrounds, schools and sports grounds at the very doorstep is about to hit the market at Villawood Properties’...

April 11, 2019

Broker vs Bank What’s the difference?

When it comes to deciding if you’ll use a broker or go direct to your bank for your next refinance, investment property or car...