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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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November 28, 2018

Villawood launches playtime at new Sanctuary Park

Mums, dads, kids and neighbours mixed it with music, food and play in the new Sanctuary community at Armstrong recently. The Villawood Properties project, a...

November 28, 2018

EXPERIENCED LOCAL AGENT JOINS THE GREAT OCEAN PROPERTIES TEAM

Great Ocean Properties is very proud to announce the appointment of experienced local real estate agent Nick Kearsey to the Torquay team. Agency director Marty...

November 28, 2018

NBN’s satellite plans to get an upgrade

PEOPLE who connect to the National Broadband Network (NBN) have received some good news, with NBN Co announcing a new plan that will make...

November 28, 2018

Census shows the value of apprenticeships to youth

TAKING on an apprenticeship leads to the highest level of wellbeing among young Australians out of all post-school pathways, according to the results of...

November 28, 2018

Chamber promises Geelong’s biggest business Christmas party

THE Geelong Chamber of Commerce is hosting what it is calling Geelong’s Biggest Business Christmas Party ever next month. Inspired by the success of their...

November 28, 2018

Erskine Falls to close during days of high fire danger periods

PARKS Victoria has announced it will close Erskine Falls on days of extreme fire weather to protect the safety of visitors at the popular...

November 28, 2018

Surf Coast Localised grows in numbers

THE Surf Coast branch of Localised has attracted more than 260 local businesses since its launch in August. Localised brings together local suppliers and local...

November 28, 2018

Show and sell

It’s a truism that the main thing a home seller wants from a real estate experience is the right buyer. But how does the seller know which real...

November 28, 2018

Poll reveals public’s hopes and fears about the next state government

A SNAP poll conducted in the lead-up to the state election has revealed the cynicism of voters of all political persuasions about the next...

November 28, 2018

Fire Danger Period begins for four municipalities

THE Fire Danger Period for the 2018/19 summer has begun for the Surf Coast Shire, Borough of Queenscliffe, City of Greater Geelong and Golden...

November 28, 2018

See some display homes at Christmastime in the Quay

IN CELEBRATION of the holiday season, QUAY2’s display village on Rosser Boulevard will transform into an action-packed evening of live music, food trucks and...

November 28, 2018

Town by town snapshot: Leopold

THE size of Leopold is approximately 26.9 square kilometres with 17 parks covering nearly 2.7 per cent of total area. The population of Leopold in...

November 28, 2018

A Super Christmas in Aireys Inlet

THIS year’s holiday cheer in Aireys Inlet will be sure to delight superhero fans. The annual community carols will centre the nativity story but with...

November 28, 2018

Australian boats sign up for Transpac race in Geelong

A PAIR of new Australian-owned Transpac 52s will make for a thrilling battle in the Rating Series at next year’s Festival of Sails in...

November 28, 2018

Shire workshop marks White Ribbon Day

THE Surf Coast Shire Council marked White Ribbon Day last week with a breakfast and workshop raising awareness of factors which might influence men’s...

November 28, 2018

G21 prioritises health & wellbeing

Supporting good health, wellbeing and an active lifestyle among people living across Geelong and the G21 region is a high priority for G21. While G21’s...

November 28, 2018

G21 – City Deal becoming a reality

FROM THE DESK OF G21 CEO ELAINE CARBINES Prime Minister Scott Morrison last month announced his government would contribute $154 million to a City Deal...

November 28, 2018

Estuaries get legal protection

THE Humane Society is praising the recent legal protection of a number of estuaries on Victoria’ coast, including several in the Geelong region. Earlier this...

November 28, 2018

Committee for Torquay forms

A NEW lobby group for Torquay is describing itself as “an independent think tank and champion” for the whole of the town, and says...

November 28, 2018

Anglesea community discusses its bushfire plan

THE Anglesea community has been urged to be self-sufficient and to have more than one plan about what to do when a natural disaster...

November 28, 2018

Anglesea’s Men’s Shed welcomes federal grant

THE Anglesea and District Men’s Shed have welcomed a $10,000 grant from the federal government, and will use the funding to further improve their...

November 28, 2018

Alcoa extends lease on Anglesea Bike Park again

A FINAL decision about the Anglesea Bike Park has been pushed back again, with Alcoa offering the Surf Coast Shire an 18 month extension...

November 28, 2018

IN BRIEF – November 29, 2018

Corangamite Seniors Forum to discuss Labor’s “retiree tax” CORANGAMITE residents are invited to a Seniors Forum in Grovedale tomorrow (Friday, November 30) with federal Minister for Senior...

November 28, 2018

Judgement day approaches for grass growers

THE greatest show on turf returns to Surf Coast backyards this weekend, as the Jan Juc Grass Growers Guild (JJGGG) holds its fourth year...