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 13, 2019

IWD event seeks a better way to equality

THE Surf Coast Shire’s International Women’s Day event last week took an interesting turn early on, as panellists debated the usefulness of the day’s...

March 13, 2019

BEEP BEEP Campaign to get bus between Torquay and Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre succeeds

A TORQUAY resident is overjoyed to learn her campaign to get a more direct bus connection between Torquay and the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre...

March 13, 2019

Say “goodbye” to site costs

If you’re in the market to build a new home, then you are probably all over the whole new set of lingo that comes along with this milestone...

March 13, 2019

Armstrong Creek’s first townhome precinct hits the market

The successful Warralily development will be first to bring townhome living to the Armstrong Creek Growth Area in a neighbourhood to be known as Axis at Warralily. The new Axis...

March 13, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Wye River

The size of Wye River for ABS data collection purposes is approximately 35.8 square kilometres with the population of Wye River in 2011 being...

February 28, 2019

Putting the options back in your hands

PropertyOwners was conceptualised to put the options back into the landlord’s hands, by offering customisable, flexible packages according to needs. Whether you’re a landlord that...

February 28, 2019

Laidback living at The Green Winchelsea

The Green Winchelsea continues to be the address of choice for those seeking laidback country living at an affordable price. With future stages currently being...

February 28, 2019

Kids need a little risky business

I went to a presentation recently where a Barwon Health researcher reported that 20 percent of children in the Geelong region had behavioural or...

February 28, 2019

Town by town snapshot: Fairhaven

The size of Fairhaven is approximately 5.2 square kilometres and is separated from Aireys Inlet by Painkalac Creek, but both are still considered to be...

February 28, 2019

ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB – February 28, 2019

ON Wednesday February 20, the men played Stableford. The A Grade winner with a score of 43 points Graham Conn. The B Grade winner...

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...