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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 6, 2019

Colac Otway diverts funds to stay on carbon neutral target

THE Colac Otway Shire is redirecting funds toward energy efficiency upgrades at council facilities to reduce energy costs as part of its plan to...

February 6, 2019

Human exclusion zones the best for shark populations

NEW research from a Deakin University ecologist has found no-take marine reserves are failing to restore the Great Barrier Reef’s shark populations back to...

February 6, 2019

Aireys Inlet Twilight Market to return to Surf Coast calendar

THE first Aireys Inlet Twilight Market on Saturday January 19 was a great success, with more than 3,000 visitors attending to sample a selection...

February 6, 2019

A boatload of fun: Tackers enjoy sailing in Barwon Heads

THE Barwon Heads Sailing Association’s first summer tackers sailing program on the Barwon River was a boatload of fun, with the 20 available places...

February 6, 2019

Adventure Park hosts fastest watersliders on Australia Day

OVER 3,000 people took to Adventure Park on Australia Day to witness some of the fastest watersliders compete for the Aqua Racer Champion title,...

February 6, 2019

Experience all that Uganda has to offer in an authentic tour

WHEN Archie Gubbins began working for the Cotton On Foundation in Mannya, Uganda, he developed an idea that blossomed into a business venture. His time...

February 6, 2019

Great conditions helps Let’s Go Surfing celebrate 10 years

DISABLED Surfers Association Ocean Grove (DSAOG) celebrated the 10th anniversary of its Let’s Go Surfing day at the weekend. A forecast of extreme heat on...

February 6, 2019

Rods on the run in Queenscliff

HUNDREDS of rods, customs and classics were out in force for the Queenscliff Rod Run 2019 at the weekend. From Friday night’s massive turnout for...

February 6, 2019

Changes to improve job prospects for NDIS participants

ASSISTANT Minister for Social Services, Housing and Disability Services and Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson is talking up the latest changes to the National...

February 6, 2019

Multicultural festival approaches

DIVERSITAT Pako Festa, established in 1983, is held annually on the last Saturday in February on Pakington Street, Geelong West. It has become an important...

February 6, 2019

Victory prepares for Geelong game

THE Melbourne Victory is keen to keep having home games in Geelong. Victory chief executive officer Trent Jacobs and head coach Kevin Muscat visited GMHBA...

February 6, 2019

Hundreds have a fun Summer by the Sea

MORE than 1,900 people took part in Summer by the Sea along the region’s coastline this year. Participants snorkelled, dived, surfed, paddled and strolled through...

February 6, 2019

IN BRIEF – February 7, 2019

Free chemical drop-off day this Saturday PEOPLE can safely dispose of a range of household chemicals at a free drop-off day on Saturday, February 9. The...

February 6, 2019

Help get Mr Money Bags to the All-Star Mile

THE world’s richest 1600-metre horse race will make its debut at Flemington racecourse on March 16, and a Torquay local is hoping to garner...

February 6, 2019

D’s Club honours Drafty

THE Torquay D’s Club convened at the Torquay Hotel on Friday to have a drink in memory of club member and Torquay identity Peter...

February 6, 2019

Committee for Lorne: LORNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY to get a facelift

The façade of the Lorne Historical Society’s rooms is to get a muchneeded facelift. As you come into Lorne, the current façade is the drab,...

February 6, 2019

Herbalife riders roll out again

Riders and support staff in the 2019 edition of the Herbalife Nutrition Foundation (HNF) fundraising ride were all smiles in Torquay last week ahead...

February 6, 2019

Torquay Bowls Club asks its members for help with third green

THE Torquay Bowls Club has asked its members for their help in getting the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC) to support the club’s...

February 6, 2019

Blue-ringed octopus found in Torquay rockpool

A TORQUAY resident found a blue-ringed octopus near Torquay back beach recently, and has warned beach-goers to look but not touch if they come...

February 6, 2019

Applications open for GORCC’s grants

THE Great Ocean Road Coast Committee’s (GORCC) 2019 Coastal Grants Program is now open. Each year, GORCC dedicates funds for community-led projects that enhance the...

February 6, 2019

GIMME SHELTER AT THE QUAY

RESIDENTS in The Quay have it made in the shade with the opening of a new shade structure at the estate's reserve. The project,...

February 6, 2019

Corvettes revved up for Torquay Rotary Motor Show

ONE of the classic American models will be a highlight of this Sunday’s Torquay Rotary Motor Show. A large contingent of Chevrolet Corvettes and their...

February 6, 2019

Bellbrae Primary School to get second supervised crossing

THE Surf Coast Shire has agreed to install a second pedestrian crossing near Bellbrae Primary School, but will only fund a supervisor there for...

February 6, 2019

Shire talks up the positives of saving energy

THE Surf Coast Shire is encouraging residents to get behind its new Powered by Positive program. An initiative of the shire’s Renewable Energy Task Force,...