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.
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...
March 6, 2026
Riv on the Record: Bob Tyler (Torquay RSL veteran)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by local war veteran and Torquay RSL royalty Bob Tyler. Spin it! What led you...
March 5, 2026
Tide turns at new Cottage facility
Local children's charity Cottage by the Sea will support an additional 700 children each year, following the opening of its new Riptide respite facility. Riptide...
March 5, 2026
Bones trio do Torquay proud
Three Torquay fighters had successful bouts at professional MMA event Roots: Rock and Stone in Melbourne this past weekend, walking away with strong victories...
March 4, 2026
Greig to step down as GMHBA CEO
Following five years in the job, David Greig has today (Wednesday, 4 March) made the decision to step down as chief executive officer (CEO)...
March 4, 2026
Torquay singer’s star is rising
TORQUAY'S Will Gibb is a star on the rise, and with his debut EP Dreams are Gone on the way, anything is possible for...
March 3, 2026
Water safety warning issued to multicultural community
OLDER Victorians from multicultural communities are being encouraged to stay safe around water. Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has launched a new campaign that provides people...
March 3, 2026
Juc ready to represent region with pride
JAN Juc Boardriders are embracing the opportunity of being the only local club to qualify for the 2026 Australian Boardriders Battle National Final. The local...
March 2, 2026
Australian rock legends to play at Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
The World Surf League (WSL) will celebrate its 50th year of crowning world champions with a free gig featuring legendary Australian bands Spiderbait and...
March 2, 2026
Parks Victoria launch major recruitment drive
THE search is on for the next generation of Parks Victoria rangers, with outdoor enthusiasts encouraged to apply for 11 roles within Southwest Victoria. The...
March 2, 2026
Aquaculture waste could power Australia’s next wellness export
SALMON skin and mussel waste could soon play a role in Australia's booming health and cosmetics industries, under a new partnership between Deakin University...
March 1, 2026
Considine, Conroy take out titles at Phillip Island
WORLD Longboard Tour competitors Ben Considine and Bea Conroy have reigned supreme in Round 1 of the Victorian Longboard Titles at Phillip Island. The local...
March 1, 2026
New Tiger talent ready to roar in 2026
TORQUAY have loaded up with more star talent as they ready themselves for another crack at a Bellarine Football League premiership. Fresh off the back...
March 1, 2026
Riv on the Record: Stu Mackenzie (frontman of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by mega-superstar musician Stu Mackenzie from King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Spin it! You...
February 27, 2026
International violinist set for Bellarine debut
SLOVENIAN musical superstar Maja Savnik will join fellow local musical luminaries at an intimate concert at the Barwon Heads Art Hub next week. The globally...
February 27, 2026
Huxtable to lead local surf talent
JAN JUC surfer Xavier Huxtable is confident he has what it takes to go back-to-back at the Phillip Island Pro. The 23-year-old dominated the event...
February 26, 2026
Tri flies through Barwon Heads
The Barwon Heads Triathlon has wrapped up for another year, with a strong field turning out to tackle the coastal course across swim, bike...
February 26, 2026
Lorne turns pink for a top cause
The Lorne Cricket Club has posted its best fundraising result ever from its annual Pink Stumps Day, with close to $6,000 raised for the...
February 25, 2026
Nominations open for Westfield Local Heroes
THE community is being called up to cast their vote for an everyday hero making a difference in Geelong and surrounds. Nominations for the Westfield...
February 24, 2026
Top chefs prepare for Geelong’s Longest Lunch
GEELONG'S top chefs will be showcasing the very best local produce at this year's Geelong's Longest Lunch. Set against the stunning backdrop of Transvaal Square...
February 23, 2026
Local pair make high performance surfing squad
JAN JUC'S Xavier Huxtable and Barwon Heads surfer Ellie Harrison are among the fine crop of Australian surfers who will feature in a new...
February 21, 2026
Riv on the Record – Lucinda Goodwin (music photographer)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by award-winning local photographer Lucinda Goodwin. Spin it! Every photographer remembers the first gig that...
February 21, 2026
Music returns to the Rotunda
THE Beaufort Municipal Brass Band will perform in Portarlington this weekend as part of the town's regular Rotunda concert series. Under music director Carlye Rogan,...
February 20, 2026
Record field takes on Wreck2Reef
MORE than 550 swimmers hit the water for this year's Wreck2Reef at Indented Head, delivering the largest field in the event's history. Participants of all...
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