About: nathanrivalland

Profile: Nathan Rivalland is a journalist with the Times News Group. He covers community news, lifestyle and sport across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong.

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June 26, 2026

Geelong lands Australia’s biggest supercross event in major coup

THOUSANDS of tonnes of dirt, massive pyrotechnics and the country's best riders will descend on GMHBA Stadium this November as it transforms into the...

June 25, 2026

Business award win opens new opportunities for Torquay honey venture

THOMAS Earls credits the Surf Coast community for helping turn Coastal Nectar from a passion project into an award-winning business. Now, the reigning Torquay Business...

June 25, 2026

A golden night for Suns

THE Surf Coast Suns have celebrated the halfway point of their inaugural senior Bellarine Football Netball League (BFNL) season with the club's first senior...

June 24, 2026

A dive into local surf forecasting with Craig Brokensha

LEADING Australian surf forecaster Craig Brokensha is optimistic about the winter ahead for surfers on the Surf Coast and Bellarine. The region has enjoyed an...

June 24, 2026

Torquay set for woodchopping showdown

TWO decades after taking up woodchopping by chance, Colac's Scott Anderson is still swinging an axe. The multiple-time champion and Western Victorian Axemen's Association president...

June 23, 2026

European success fuels teen snowboarders next challenge

AFTER a decade on the slopes and multiple junior wins across Europe, Jan Juc snowboarder Pantxo Wall is chasing a professional freeriding career. The 18-year-old...

June 23, 2026

Film photography isn’t dead yet – but some fear for its future

DIGITAL gives photographers everything in a blink; film makes them wait. But as the world speeds up, is this enduring sanctuary finally fading? Film photography...

June 22, 2026

Geelong Roller Derby eyes return to state’s best

GEELONG Roller Derby is on a path of resurgence, and a local trio are helping to lead the charge to restore the club to...

June 21, 2026

Carbonelli closes in on national title

JAN Juc surfer Estella Carbonelli is on course for her first national title after climbing to the top of the Surfing Australia Junior Series...

June 21, 2026

Inside Mule: the new Torquay restaurant inspired by Mexico and open-fire cooking

LOCAL foodies can expect a serious upgrade to the neighborhood dining scene, with Mule officially arriving on the Surf Coast. The Mexican-inspired haunt brings together...

June 19, 2026

Torquay world champion bound for Glasgow

JUST four years after taking up competitive paracycling, Torquay's Erin Rowell is heading to her first Commonwealth Games. The 43-year-old reigning world champion will compete...

June 19, 2026

Seagulls, Grubbers split honours in annual Battle of the Bridge

CROSS-TOWN rivals Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove shared the spoils in this year's Battle of the Bridge, with the Seagulls claiming the senior football...

June 17, 2026

Nick Morris was told to give up art – he didn’t

ART has never been a hobby for Nick Morris. It has been a lifeline. The Torquay artist has spent decades moving between commercial design, surf...

June 17, 2026

The big-hearted cat seeking a home

A big-hearted cat with an even bigger personality is hoping this winter will finally bring the one thing he has been waiting months for:...

June 16, 2026

Karate kid chasing black belt dream

MOUNT Duneed youngster James Corbo is proving that dedication, hard work and passion can take you a long way. The 10-year-old karate talent is rapidly...

June 14, 2026

Can Australia spring a surprise? These former Socceroos say yes

FORMER Socceroos Adrian Leijer and Josip Skoko spend most of their time developing the next generation of local football talent, but this month their...

June 14, 2026

Teammates turn rivals in championships tune-up

LOCAL AFLW draft hopefuls Ava Bilyk and Greea McKeegan lined up on opposite sides in a showcase match ahead of the AFL Under 18...

June 13, 2026

Strong start fuels Lorne’s title ambitions

THE Lorne Football Netball Club is emerging as a genuine contender across both football and netball as the Colac District Football Netball League season...

June 12, 2026

Surf Coast Trail Marathon adds new 8km event

A NEW 8km race will make the Surf Coast Trail Marathon more accessible this year, with organisers hoping the shorter distance encourages more people...

June 12, 2026

Mooney to bring the full party to Geelong

ONE of Australia’s best-known comedians is bringing a cast of crowd-favourite characters to Geelong for a one-night-only show later this year. Lawrence Mooney will take...

June 11, 2026

Bowls club rolling out new entertainment series

THE Torquay Bowls Club is aiming to become a winter destination for entertainment, food and community events, building on the success of a sold-out...

June 10, 2026

Local signage firm invests in sustainability

A Torquay sign company is helping push the advertising industry in a greener direction, unveiling a billboard made entirely from recycled Australian materials. DBM Signs...