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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 1, 2018

Raptor and Lightning II displays confirmed for Avalon 2019

TWO of the world's most potent warplanes will again lead the cavalcade of military heavy metal in Geelong's skies at next year's Australian International...

November 1, 2018

Shire puts in for $3.3 million grant for Stribling Reserve

THE Surf Coast Shire is seeking a $3.3 million grant from the federal government to expedite much-needed improvement works at Lorne's Stribling Reserve. Building a...

November 1, 2018

Builder’s big walk helps children make a wish

LOCAL Hotondo Homes builder Aaron Anstis has never been one to shy away from a challenge. In fact, it’s quite the opposite – he’ll always...

November 1, 2018

Ask your pharmacist to help you quit smoking

A NEW campaign from Quit Victoria and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) is encouraging smokers in the Barwon South Western region to chat...

November 1, 2018

Ocean Grove students on the ball for state finals

BASKETBALL fever has hit Ocean Grove Primary School, with both their girls’ and boys’ teams making it to the state finals. The Grade 4 All...

November 1, 2018

Spring is in the air at Drysdale Primary

DRYSDALE Primary School’s fourth annual Spring Fair is shaping up to be a fun-filled evening with activities that can be enjoyed by all. Held on...

November 1, 2018

Fresh food for all at Surfside’s fabulous fair

SURFSIDE Primary School will light up the night when they hold their annual twilight Fresh Food Fair tomorrow (Friday) night. On November 2 from 3.15pm,...

November 1, 2018

Arts trail exhibition shows Japanese influences

EXHIBITING a limited preview of LUMO WABI SABI at Ocean Grove Uniting Church Hall this weekend as part of the Arts Trail, Stanley Spargo’s...

November 1, 2018

Southern right whale season wraps up

FOLLOWING a relatively quiet season across Victoria, southern right whales have left the shorelines of the south-west coast for this year. The Department of Environment,...

November 1, 2018

Grant funding up for grabs across the region

LOCAL organisations, councils and community groups across the Geelong region have one more month to apply for a share in $200 million of grant...

November 1, 2018

Choral festival to mark Remembrance Day

THE Barwon Heads Fine Music Society invites choir lovers to join the audience on November 11 for the second annual Bellarine Choral Festival, to...

November 1, 2018

Christmas is coming to Westfield Geelong

WESTFIELD Geelong will spread a little Christmas magic throughout the community over the next weeks, with festive experiences including Santa’s arrival, Santa Photography, Sensitive...

November 1, 2018

Letters To The Editor – November 1, 2018

MP’s stance on high-rise development questioned

Dear Editor, Andrew Katos - how come you are in favour of high-rise developments in the Surf Coast? There has now...

November 1, 2018

Child immunisation rates continue to increase

The number of Australian children who are fully immunised continues to increase to record levels, with new data showing more parents are getting the...

November 1, 2018

Town by town snapshot – Lorne

This amazing Lorne home sold recently for $1.25 million. The size of Lorne...

November 1, 2018

Downturn in new home sales pauses

A downturn in new home sales paused in September following declines in the order of three per cent in each of the previous two...

November 1, 2018

Rebooting retirement living

Robots and artificial intelligence, wearable technology and telehealth will help people stay in their homes for longer, says CoreLogic’s chief technology officer Greg Dickason. Around...

November 1, 2018

Surf industry’s best awarded

SURFING'S leading brands, products and retailers were recognised for their outstanding achievements in front of more than 200 industry retailers and brand executives at...

November 1, 2018

Storm enjoys strong start

BELLARINE Storm has continued its strong start to the CBL men’s summer competition with a 93 to 84 win over Bacchus Marsh. The Lions led...

October 25, 2018

Liberals pledge change to Torquay’s growth if they win election

THE Liberal Nationals have put forward their own proposal about Torquay’s growth, saying they will conduct an impact study on the town and change...

October 25, 2018

Liberals pledge to have Torquay’s police station open all hours

THE Liberal Nationals are continuing to push the law and order message in Torquay, promising the town’s police station will be open 24 hours...

October 25, 2018

Kite-Surfing World Cup draws nearer

THE winds are blowing another international sporting event into the Surf Coast, with the GKA Kite-Surf World Cup holding its media launch this week...

October 25, 2018

Sun Bear Festival turns five

ANGLESEA’S dried-up river mouth set the scene for the fifth Sun Bear Children’s Festival Indigenous Twilight Ceremony, opening a weekend of wildlife awareness and...

October 25, 2018

Cadel cheers on Surf Coast cyclists

THE Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race (CEGORR) will keep rolling though Geelong, Barwon Heads and...