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- Nathan Rivalland is a journalist with the Times News Group. He covers community news, lifestyle and sport across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong.
September 22, 2025
Lens on Geelong as annual calendar photo contest launches
THE search is on of standout shots of Geelong, as entries open for the city's annual Geelong Calendar photographic competition. This year's theme "Your City,...
September 21, 2025
Associations to come together for tournament experience
THREE of the region's top basketball bodies are teaming up to host Koorr Koorr Nigitji (Coming Together), an annual celebration of the sport. Geelong United,...
September 21, 2025
The Imperfects return to Geelong
Geelong will delve deep into the world of imperfection with the kings of Australian podcasting, The Imperfects. Audiences can expect an evening of laughs, candid...
September 19, 2025
Bowls away
THE Ocean Grove Bowls Club has celebrated its $6 million major redevelopment in fine fashion, with hundreds coming through the doors to check out...
September 19, 2025
Local pair making a splash
A PAIR of water polo players are ready to make a splash when they represent Victoria for the very first time. Geelong Marlins' Katie Parnell...
September 19, 2025
World’s best surfers welcomed to Bells Beach
THE World Surf League (WSL) has thanked its local, national and global partners and athletes at an event in Torquay this week to launch...
September 18, 2025
Riv on the Record – Sam De Koning
WELCOME to Riv on the Record, a new weekly column connecting you with the unique and fascinating individuals shaping our community. This series will offer...
September 18, 2025
Community oppose $20m Coles development at Swan Bay
MORE than 350 people have attended a community meeting aimed at stopping the development of a $20 million Coles supermarket in Swan Bay. Residents of...
September 17, 2025
Hot Wheels children’s bonanza
EXPERIENCE all the thrills of the Hot Wheels Kids Fun Zone at this year's Royal Geelong Show. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, the Hot Wheels Fun Zone...
September 16, 2025
City to keep doors of Neighbourhood House open
THE City of Greater Geelong will temporarily oversee operations at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House, after the venue's committee of management entered voluntary administration...
September 15, 2025
Locals to wax up in Bells Longboard Trials
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's top surfing talent will put it all on the line tomorrow (September 16) for a shot at qualifying for...
September 15, 2025
Queenscliff pub to return to its roots
THE team behind Queenscliff's top pub are honouring the legacy of one of the town's oldest watering holes by bringing back its original name. The...
September 14, 2025
Sharks kings of the competition again
THE South Coast Sharks have tasted ultimate success once again, winning back-to-back in the AFL Masters Victoria Country tournament. The Sharks defeated the Murray Crays...
September 13, 2025
Roos hop to famous Grand Final victory
ANGLESEA has broken their 26-year premiership drought and has been crowned the kings of the Bellarine Football League for 2025. The Roos (14.10.94) prevailed by...
September 11, 2025
WNBA talent Holmes signs with Venom
GEELONG Venom has secured more A-Grade talent ahead of the coming Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) season by signing Maine native Mackenzie Holmes. The 6'3...
September 10, 2025
GDFNL’s top honours awarded
THE Geelong District Football Netball League has crowned its champion players for this season, with Bell Post Hill captain Jack Yates and Belmont Lion...
September 9, 2025
Dynamic duo to team up on Geelong City Market
CELEBRITY chef Simon Toohey and events specialist Kieran Blood aim to bring central Geelong to life as the new operators of the Geelong City...
September 9, 2025
Styling with C.W Stoneking
One of Australia's most mysterious bluesmen C.W. Stoneking is set to bring his unmistakable sound to Barwon Heads this month. The Australian singer-songwriter will be...
September 8, 2025
Powerfully energetic
AUSTRALIA'S favourite Welsh comedian Lloyd Langford is sure to have the room in stitches when he rounds out his latest tour in Geelong tomorrow...
September 8, 2025
Considine ready for Bells challenge
BARWON Heads surfer Ben Considine is fired up to make his third crack at the Bells Beach Longboard Classic his best yet. Considine will surf...
September 7, 2025
Venom sign WNBA talent Alissa Pili
GEELONG Venom has signed a former Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) top 10 draft pick ahead of the coming Women's National Basketball League (WNBL). The...
September 6, 2025
Bowls club to host grand opening of redevelopment
THE Ocean Grove Bowling Club will unveil its landmark $6 million redevelopment with a Grand Opening Series of Events next week. The four-day celebration from...
September 5, 2025
Hotting it up with pro stuntman Matt Mingay
HOT Wheels is on its way to The Royal Geelong Show and excitement is peaking for what is sure to be an entertaining display...
September 2, 2025
Picklum joins Australian greats as world surf champion
NATHAN RIVALLAND WITH AAP THE team at Rip Curl in Torquay are popping the champagne following their golden girl Molly Picklum becoming Australia's newest world...
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