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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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January 23, 2019

Safe summer swimming stops sickness

WHILE swimming is fun and a great way to stay fit and active, sometimes germs can contaminate the pool water, which can make people...

January 23, 2019

Keep children in sight around the water

LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging all parents and carers to watch children around water during this period of hot weather. With temperatures forecast in...

January 23, 2019

Grants to improve response to climate change

THE state government says it is empowering regional Victorians to prepare for and adapt to the real impacts of climate change through a new...

January 23, 2019

Armstrong shows off its homes

THE weird and the wonderful turned out for Villawood Properties’ Armstrong Home Show on Saturday. Children big and small danced, bounced, nibbled and gulped as...

January 23, 2019

Aged care peak body welcomes Royal Commission

THE peak body for the aged care sector has welcomed a Royal Commission into the industry, saying aged care was “an issue of national...

January 23, 2019

Drop in road deaths should not spark complacency

A NOTABLE decline in 2018 nationwide road deaths with 78 fewer fatalities has been welcomed, but the drop should not be seen as a...

January 23, 2019

IN BRIEF – January 24th, 2019

Anglesea action plan briefing on Sunday THE Anglesea Community Network will again host an information session about the town’s action plan this weekend. The session –...

January 23, 2019

Deakin makes thousands of first-round offers

DEAKIN University has made more than 6,660 offers to prospective students in last week’s first round through the Victorian Tertiarity Admissions Centre (VTAC) system. The...

January 23, 2019

CEGORR debutants both pushing for victory

THE fifth instalment of the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race will see the debuts of the Astana and UAE Team Emirates outfits, which...

January 23, 2019

Vivani is back and wants to win

ITALIAN cycling champion Elia Viviani will set out to continue his winning form at this Sunday’s Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR). Fresh from...

January 23, 2019

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman

We have seen the start to 2019 get under way so quickly that its hard to comprehend that the Australia Day long weekend is...

January 23, 2019

Committee for Lorne: Lorne Community Hospital, Your Donations make a Difference

Lorne Community Hospital launched its 2018 Annual Appeal with the theme ‘Together we can build a healthier community.’ Your support assisted us to touch the...

January 23, 2019

Henderson wants Great Ocean Road Authority up and running

CORANGAMITE Liberal federal member Sarah Henderson has urged the state Labor government to establish the Great Ocean Road Authority as soon as possible to...

January 23, 2019

RACV resort is on board with Torquay Nippers

THE Torquay Surf Life Saving Club has received a timely helping hand from RACV Torquay Resort to help the club meet record growth in...

January 23, 2019

50-metre Torquay pool gets some support

TWO Surf Coast sporting organisations have expressed support for Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson’s push for a 50-metre pool in Torquay, but the MP’s...

January 23, 2019

New year, new home inspiration at fun-filled event

To commemorate the opening of their stunning Esplanade 260, the Hotondo Homes Torquay team will be hosting a fun-filled event at their display home on Saturday January 26 from...

January 23, 2019

Making a sea change in later life

Peter and Julie Walker had been living in their Grovedale home for 34 years, before they stopped in at the QUAY2 Torquay sales office by chance a few...

January 23, 2019

Kre8 Living launches impressive display

Just when you thought you had seen the best QUAY2 had to offer, Kre8 Living have officially opened their doors! Kre8 Living was started in 2018, after Russell...

January 23, 2019

Surf Coast surf boats to represent Victoria

THE Victorian Surf Rowers League (VSRL) held the third and final round of its state team selection trials at Anglesea on Sunday, with several...

January 23, 2019

Shire events to celebrate Australia Day

GANDEL Philanthropy chief executive officer Vedran Drakulic and kidney health champion Grant Monks will be the official ambassadors at the Surf Coast Shire’s official...

January 23, 2019

Live your dreams with Long Island Homes

For those looking for style, functionality and value, check out Long Island Homes’ Tallai, Hampton and Moonbi display homes in Armstrong Mount Duneed. These three displays which are perfect sizes...

January 23, 2019

Alliance still wants impact study in Torquay, Cheeseman quiet

THE Greater Torquay Alliance is continuing to push for a study to assess the impact of growth in the area on Torquay’s businesses, beaches...

January 23, 2019

A flexible alternative to property management

Own an investment property? The new era of property management is here. Living in the current financial climate, it’s really not the time to be paying for...

January 23, 2019

Do you need a buyer’s agent?

Torquay now has its own buyer’s agent service called Surf Coast Property Search. Surf Coast Property Search director Adrian Currie, who is a fully licensed estate agent...