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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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September 1, 2023

Call for National Construction Strategy

Improving the performance of the construction industry is the key to lifting national productivity, according to the Australian Constructors Association (ACA). The association's chief executive...

September 1, 2023

ON THE OUTER: Shire excluded from Growing Suburbs Fund

THE Surf Coast Shire has lost access to an important source of funding for major projects, with the municipality again excluded from the state...

September 1, 2023

WEAVING THE FUTURE: World-class fibres research hub opens

THE Southern Hemisphere's biggest and most sophisticated fibres research group is now up and weaving in Geelong. The Australian Research Council (ARC) Research Hub for...

September 1, 2023

Elmo brings the circus to town

ELMO and all your Sesame Street favourites are on their way to Geelong later this month with a new theatre show. Elmo's Circus Dream takes...

August 27, 2023

Teen smoking increases

The rate of smoking among Australian teenagers has increased for the first time in 25 years, according to new research by Cancer Council Victoria. The...

August 27, 2023

Saroo to share remarkable story in Geelong

THE remarkable true story of loss, determination, resilience and discovery that went from India to Tasmania and back again will be told in Geelong...

August 27, 2023

Aussies care about mental health but not privacy

A survey has found three-quarters of Australians are using technology to support their mental health, but most of those are at risk of losing...

August 25, 2023

COMMON GROUND: Shire supports concept for Winchelsea Common

THE Surf Coast Shire will go further with its concept to improve the Winchelsea Common, but will not build a bike track on the...

August 25, 2023

Geelong Art Show makes its debut

A NEW art show has opened its doors to the community and provided a new platform for artists not only in Geelong but across...

August 25, 2023

Feedback sought on new community hub

THE next community hub for the growing Armstrong Creek area is in the works, and public feedback is being sought to shape the facility's...

August 24, 2023

Chamber celebrates award finalists

THE finalists for this year's Geelong Business Excellence Awards have been revealed, and some of them celebrated their selection at last week's Geelong Chamber...

August 23, 2023

Apollo Bay pedestrian crossings completed

PEDESTRIANS in Apollo Bay can now cross the Great Ocean Road more safely as works to upgrade two pedestrian crossings have been completed by...

August 22, 2023

Regional tourism conference draws near

GREAT Ocean Road Regional Tourism (GORRT) will host this year's edition of its Regional Tourism Conference in Warrnambool. To be held in September, the event...

August 20, 2023

Toast to the Coast announces new venue

TICKETS to this year's edition of Toast to the Coast are now on sale, and the annual wine event will have a new home...

August 18, 2023

Metricon to host free webinar for first home buyers

Metricon, Australia's leading home builder, has announced a free webinar tailored to helping prospective first home buyers. This informative online event will provide invaluable insights...

August 18, 2023

Community event to celebrate Geelong Arts Centre’s opening

THE new Geelong Arts Centre will officially throw open its doors tomorrow (Saturday, August 19), and will invite the public to a free Community...

August 17, 2023

Commerce Torquay sips and socialises

COMMERCE Torquay enjoyed an evening amid the bottles at their latest after 5 networking event. The town's business advocacy group invited members and the wider...

August 16, 2023

12 Apostles hot springs project offered for sale

THE proponents of a hot springs and resort project near the 12 Apostles are offering it for sale. Stonebridge Property Group and HTL Property are...

August 16, 2023

Final chance for youth to have their say

MISSION Australia have issued a final call for young people to speak up and share their thoughts, personal concerns and values in Youth Survey...

August 16, 2023

Record-breaking paddler teaches at Torquay SLSC

ATHLETES at Torquay SLSC learnt from the best in the business at a special event last month with former ironwoman and world record paddler...

August 14, 2023

Aireys Inlet is tops for tiny tourism

THE natural charm and superb location of Aireys Inlet have been recogised as tops in tiny tourism across the whole of Victoria. The coastal town...

August 14, 2023

Breakfast to promote foster care

The man who inspired a remarkable Hollywood feature film and one of Australia's most recognisable radio and television personalities will help launch the Meli...

August 12, 2023

City playground renewal works to start this month

THE City of Greater Geelong has slated renewal works for some of its local playgrounds, with work to start at Belmont's Francis Reserve, Highton's...

August 11, 2023

Patagonia Torquay to host screening of The Giants

TORQUAY'S Patagonia store will host a free screening of documentary The Giants tonight (Friday, August 11) as part of a national campaign to end...