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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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February 28, 2019

PURPLE DAY PAVES THE WAY FOR EPILEPSY AWARENESS

Lavender is the internationally recognised colour for epilepsy, and on March 26, Australians are encouraged to get behind Purple Day, an initiative that raises...

February 28, 2019

SURF COAST’S BIGGEST FOOTY TIPPING COMPETITION IS OPEN

Do you love the AFL? If your answer is yes, are you a footy tipping whizz? If you’ve answered yes again, consider entering yourself in...

February 28, 2019

Agencies seek views on bushfire management

LAND and fire management agencies are calling on the public to help inform strategic bushfire management planning for the Barwon South West region. Strategic bushfire...

February 28, 2019

Barwon Downs licence group holds first meeting

THE Barwon Downs Licence Community Reference Group (CRG) held its first meeting earlier this month. The 18-member group represents stakeholders, landowners, traditional owners and individuals...

February 28, 2019

Small-scale pig and poultry workshops

AGRICULTURE Victoria is hosting a series of workshops to help new and existing small-scale pig and poultry producers prepare a land use planning permit...

February 28, 2019

Aireys Twilight series wraps up for summer

THE last installment of the Aireys Inlet Twilight Market series on February 10 closed a highly successful season of markets, bringing in record crowds...

February 28, 2019

Report reveals dangers of drowning to those with ASD

A NEW report highlights the serious risk factors associated with “wandering” and drowning for those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with children with ASD...

February 27, 2019

Business makes a difference and gives back

MARCUS Savidis from Savi Solutions started his career in a big way, being appointed the state manager for ANZ banking group at the age...

February 27, 2019

Highton Probus wins memorial bowls tournament

THE Highton Probus Club’s bowls section has again won the Harry Kirkland Memorial Bowls Tournament, sponsored by Tuckers Funerals and Bereavement Services. Skipped by Michael...

February 27, 2019

RSPCA again tries to clear its shelters

THE RSPCA went on a mission to Clear the Shelters at the weekend, cutting adoption fees to $29 for all animals great and small...

February 27, 2019

Magical outdoor theatre captivates at Leura

A MIDSUMMER Night’s Dream captivated audiences at Leura Park Estate recently during its tour as part of their 17th Shakespeare in the Vines season. Leura...

February 27, 2019

Applications invited for youth leadership camp

ROTARY have invited young people from across the Geelong region to sign up for a six-day leadership and personal development camp, which will be...

February 27, 2019

Hard waste bookings open soon

A BOOK-IN hard waste collection trial will soon begin across Greater Geelong. From April 1, residents will be able to have their bulky household items...

February 27, 2019

Ocean Grove leads junior title race following Lorne event

OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club leads the overall point race at the 2019 Junior Lifesaving Championships, after competition in Lorne at the weekend. Points...

February 27, 2019

Riders go on an odyssey in Forrest

BRENDAN Johnston claimed his first Otway Odyssey MTB Marathon in his debut at the event, held in Forrest on Saturday. Johnston was lightning quick, setting...

February 27, 2019

IN BRIEF – February 28, 2019

Part of Cape Otway Road to close for three weeks CAPE Otway Road will be closed at Modewarre for three weeks during March for strengthening of...

February 27, 2019

Fundraiser drops in again at Torquay

GOLF balls again rained from the sky at Spring Creek Reserve on Friday as Torquay Football Club, Cricket Club and Netball Club staged the...

February 27, 2019

Community invited to Aireys for pancakes

THE Surf Coast community is invited to come to Aireys Inlet on Tuesday, March 5 to join in the festivities for Pancake Day 2019. Pancakes,...

February 27, 2019

Committee for Lorne – A word from the Chairman

Hard to comprehend but the last week of summer has finished the same way it started, brilliant weather patterns and large numbers around the...

February 27, 2019

Shire to audit its skills and emerging industries

THE Surf Coast Shire will use state government funding to run an audit on the municipality’s skills and emerging industries. Data from the audit will...

February 27, 2019

Surfside Dental takes a shine to Relay for Life

SURFSIDE Dental is putting the final polish on this year’s Surf Coast Relay for Life, donating $5,000 to the group raising funds to offset...

February 27, 2019

LADIES ON THE LAWN

MORE than 95 female players took to the Torquay Bowls Club on Friday February 15 to compete in the Ladies Open Day. The afternoon...

February 27, 2019

FIRE DAMAGES JAN JUC HOME

FIREFIGHTERS from six different stations raced to Jan Juc on Monday afternoon to help extinguish a house fire. The fire, which reportedly began at...

February 27, 2019

Repair Café Surf Coast gets back to work

REPAIR Café Surf Coast is up and running for its third consecutive year. Aireys Inlet hosted the first session for 2019 earlier in February, which...