About: nathanrivalland
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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.
April 1, 2026
Wolfmother, Spiderbait launch the Pro in style
Two of Australia’s top rockers got the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach off to the ultimate start on Tuesday. Globally renowned acts Wolfmother and...
March 29, 2026
Considine surfs to semi-final finish in Noosa
BARWON Heads surfer Ben Considine has finished equal fifth at the Men's World Longboard Tour qualifying series event in Noosa. The 29-year-old was a standout...
March 29, 2026
From The Voice to the Oscars: Kelly’s golden rise
JUDAH Kelly always had belief, he just needed the right moment and the right people to help him shine. The Brisbane-based singer-songwriter has been on...
March 28, 2026
Huxtable and Harrison book spot in Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
Jan Juc's Xavier Huxtable and Barwon Heads surfer Ellie Harrison have reigned supreme in today's (Saturday 28 March) Rip Curl Pro Trials at Winkipop. The...
March 28, 2026
Riv on the Record – Bob Smith Surf Coast surfing legend
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by Torquay surfing royalty and Rip Curl historian Bob Smith. Spin it! As a surf...
March 27, 2026
Mother’s Day weekend music series set for Anglesea
A THREE-NIGHT live music series featuring a mix of nationally acclaimed and emerging artists is set for Anglesea this May. The Sound Doctor will present...
March 25, 2026
New equipment lifts Bellarine SES readiness for complex rescues
LOCAL emergency service VICSES Bellarine Unit can respond more effectively to casualty handling and trauma events following financial support from the Community Bank Bellarine. A...
March 22, 2026
Shearer’s shining new tribute to the coast
THE Surf Coast's orange cliffs, the bush meeting the sea, the Southern Ocean and the quietness of winter are just some of the simple...
March 21, 2026
Riv on the Record – Michael Judd DIIGG Wellbeing founder
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by local volunteer and DIIGG (Doing Imperfect Inner Growth in Groups) Wellbeing founder Michael...
March 21, 2026
Stevens doubles up with the hits
AUSTRALIAN music legend Jon Stevens will be performing a special summer session in Torquay later this year. Stevens and his band will be playing The...
March 21, 2026
Jet rumble through the regions
AUSSIE rockers Jet have locked in a double-header of gigs in Barwon Heads and will light the venue up with chart-topping hits and ballads. The...
March 20, 2026
Local pair bow out of WSL Challenger event at Newcastle
JAN Juc surfing duo Tully Wylie and Xavier Huxtable have finished their 2026 World Surf League Challenger Series with tough eliminations in the Newcastle...
March 19, 2026
Surf Coast trio take top honours on the Peninsula
A Torquay trio have surfed to success at the Victorian Junior Surfing Titles at Flinders on the Mornington Peninsula. Heidi Abetz (Under 18 Girls), Harlem...
March 16, 2026
Gear up for Ride2School Day
STUDENTS from across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong are being encouraged to get active and participate in National Ride2School Day next week. The nationwide...
March 15, 2026
Community gives generously to Cottage
COTTAGE by the Sea has posted its best fundraising result from its Annual Giving Day, with $596,697 to go towards enhancing the lives of...
March 14, 2026
Spinning the plate with Eli Grubb
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by 2024 Golden Plate Awards regional chef of the year winner and Geelong resident...
March 13, 2026
Golden Plains puts on ultimate party
MUSICAL talent from across the globe hit the stage over the long weekend at the Golden Plains Music Festival. More than 10,000 people flocked to...
March 12, 2026
Juc achieve best ABB national final result
Jan Juc Boardriders relished the opportunity of representing their community with pride at the 2026 Australian Boardriders Battle national final. The local surfing club made...
March 12, 2026
Holiday to dance into Torquay
Australian pop star Keli Holiday is longing for more with his newest musical offering and hopes to bring Torquay along for the ride this...
March 12, 2026
Wylie scores runner-up finish at Phillip Island
Jan Juc surfer Tully Wylie has secured a runner-up finish at the Phillip Island Pro QS4000, moving him up to 12th position on the...
March 11, 2026
Profeet jump on board 5km fun run initiative
NATHAN RIVALLAND Team Geelong Running's weekly 5km fun run has got an extra pep in its step following the launch of a new partnership with...
March 7, 2026
The Black Sorrows set for Lorne gig
AUSTRALIAN music legend Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows will revisit 40 years' worth of hits this weekend in Lorne. The roots-soaked blues rockers will...
March 7, 2026
Apples for all in the Grove
THE return of a much-loved family tradition is set to bring plenty of smiles to Ocean Grove next weekend. The Ocean Grove Primary School (OGPS)...
March 6, 2026
Smiles all round at Ocean Grove surf day
TEARS of joy flowed at Ocean Grove Beach on Sunday as more than 70 surfers hit the water for the first Disabled Surfing Association...
