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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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December 20, 2018

Kip McGrath makes learning fun

Reading the messages from students in the guest book at Kip McGrath Torquay, the same comments come through again and again – “I love...

December 20, 2018

New 12 Apostles course opens at Great Ocean Road Mini Golf

The new 12 Apostles course has opened at Great Ocean Road Mini Golf. Last year, Great Ocean Road Mini Golf opened to great applause, providing...

December 20, 2018

Epic family fun at Adventure Park

The hot weather is here and Adventure Park is the ultimate destination for epic family fun this summer, and is right here in Geelong. Home...

December 20, 2018

Look Over the Farm Gate grants now open

LOOK Over the Farm Gate grants have opened for farmers and communities facing drought and dry conditions across central and eastern Gippsland and northern...

December 20, 2018

Colac Otway explains lack of Christmas decorations in Colac

COLAC Otway Shire residents can enjoy Christmas decorations this year in Apollo Bay but not in Colac, with banner connections being blamed for their...

December 20, 2018

Lions help out Foundation 61 again

THE Torquay Lions have continued their support of Foundation 61, recently contributing $10,000 to the Mt Duneed rehabilitation centre. About 30 Torquay Lions Club members...

December 20, 2018

MP wants more state Geelong trains funding

CORANGAMITE Liberal federal member Sarah Henderson has criticised the Labor state government for not putting enough funding into improving rail services between Geelong and...

December 19, 2018

City to lead new fast rail committee

THE City of Greater Geelong has stepped up its pursuit of a fast rail connection between Geelong and Melbourne, appointing mayor Bruce Harwood and...

December 19, 2018

Works start on roundabout at Birregurra intersection

EARLY works have started on a new roundabout to improve safety at a dangerous intersection near Birregurra. Last week, Minister for Roads and Road Safety...

December 19, 2018

Pier to Pub sells out

ENTRIES to next year’s Pier to Pub have sold out, with another mix of Olympians, AFL footballers, local talent, veterans, grandparents and debutants to...

December 19, 2018

Michael Brown to step down as Kardinia Park Trust CEO

THE Kardinia Park Stadium Trust is on the lookout for a new chief executive officer, following Michael Brown’s announcement he would step away from...

December 19, 2018

CfG thinks turquoise for Geelong

GEELONG has some potential to grow a “turquoise” economy, according to new research presented by the Committee for Geelong. First suggested as a driver for...

December 19, 2018

Deakin engineer named a Superstar of STEM

A GEELONG-based Deakin University engineer has been named a “Superstar of STEM” in a prestigious national program promoting the achievements of women in science...

December 19, 2018

Temporary repairs carried out on ramp

TEMPORARY repairs have been carried out on the concrete beach access ramp immediately below the Point Lonsdale shopping strip. These repairs were done so the...

December 19, 2018

Community hub in Armstrong Creek to open in January

RESIDENTS in Geelong’s fastest growing suburb will soon have access to a range of high quality children’s services when a new community hub opens...

December 19, 2018

IN BRIEF – December 20, 2018

Donation supports animal welfare in Ocean Grove AS PART of its commitment to donate $1 million to animal welfare charities, PETstock Assist has just announced a...

December 19, 2018

Sea sparkle blooms again between Point Lonsdale and Torquay

THE Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning has detected another bloom of “sea sparkle” off the coast, with this event affecting marine waters...

December 19, 2018

Anglesea RSL celebrates Christmas

THE Anglesea RSL sub-branch held their annual Christmas lunch at Klein’s Anglesea Hotel earlier this month. The beautiful table decorations were made and donated by...

December 19, 2018

Share market or property market investment?

Our experience with investing generally stems from the influence of our parents and grandparents, and we form a natural curiosity or bias towards shares...

December 19, 2018

Major surfing medicine conference to come to Torquay

A WORLDWIDE medical association will bring the next in its series of conferences on surfing medicine to Torquay next year. The four-day program of lectures,...

December 19, 2018

Plan suggests walking trails in Painkalac Valley

THE Surf Coast Shire has received a concept and feasibility plan for the potential development of walking trails in Painkalac Valley in Aireys Inlet. Further...

December 19, 2018

Shire locks in event calendar

THE Surf Coast Shire has locked in the calendar of events it will support throughout 2019. At their meeting last week, councillors resolved to adopt...

December 19, 2018

Committee for Lorne: A word from the Chairman

Last Friday, the Committee for Lorne held its seventh Annual General Meeting and as we embark on our eighth year of operation, it’s a...

December 19, 2018

Committee for Lorne: Schoolies is safely over Thanks to Red Frogs

Red Frogs aims to provide a positive peer presence to young people, as they navigate the alcohol-fuelled environments that tend to arise in the years...