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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 20, 2023
WELCOME ABOARD: Queenscliff Ferry Terminal officially opens
THE $15.9 million redeveloped Queenscliff Ferry Terminal has officially opened its doors, providing passengers improved services and a world-class gateway to the Bellarine and...
April 19, 2023
Community encouraged to design NAIDOC Week apparel
THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative is seeking submissions from local artists for consideration for special 2023 NAIDOC Week Wathaurong branded T-shirts. This month, the group opened...
April 18, 2023
SHIPS AHOY: Community open day to celebrate grand opening
THE community is encouraged to come and celebrate the opening of the new state-of-the-art $15.9 million Queenscliff Ferry Terminal at a special community open...
April 18, 2023
Portarligton pelicans to represent community and teamwork
FEDERAL MP for Corangamite, Libby Coker joined the community to celebrate the installation of two large pelican sculptures that symbolise teamwork and community. The bronze...
April 18, 2023
Oncology Ball fundraiser
A BELLARINE local has helped to raise more than $20,000 to support Geelong's oncology nurses through her inaugural charity gala ball. Hosted at GMHBA Stadium...
April 17, 2023
Pink Zinc Patrol powers on at Ocean Grove
THE Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club hosted its eighth annual Pink Zinc Patrol to celebrate the contribution women and girls make to the...
April 16, 2023
Local talent on show in Bellarine exhibition
THE Queenscliff Neighbourhood House is delighted to showcase some of the region's authors and artists in the exhibition 'Exploring the Art of Picture Books'. Kicking...
April 16, 2023
Ability rather than disability: Ghanda partner with Leisure Networks
SURF Coast surf and streetwear brand Ghanda have partnered up with local disability leader Leisure Networks to provide more work opportunities that focus on...
April 15, 2023
WSL thanks partners for event success
THE World Surf League thanked local, national and global event partners at a special function to celebrate the organisations' involvement in the 60th anniversary...
April 15, 2023
THE BALANCING ACT: The Awesome Foursome
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine is bustling with an abundance of surfing talent, and among them inspiring locals are standing above the rest, paving...
April 15, 2023
Scout for Vintage launch White Label
SCOUT For Vintage's newest venture 'White Label' introduces 100 per cent sustainable denim to the local market, using vintage jeans to create reimagined modern...
April 14, 2023
Costa launches regenerate program on the Bellarine
ST Leonards Primary School has had the pleasure of welcoming gardening extraordinaire Costa Georgiadis to their school to help celebrate the progress of their...
April 13, 2023
BELLS 60 YEAR BONANZA
THE sun has set on the 60th anniversary of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach, with Australian pair Ethan Ewing and Tyler Wright ringing...
April 13, 2023
BEST EFFORT YET: The Tin Shed raise $81,150 for GFA
THE Tin Shed at Barwon Heads is celebrating their most successful Good Friday Appeal fundraiser yet, raising more than $81,150 to assist children and...
April 12, 2023
A Sailing Success
MORE than 25 visually impaired community members attended 'In the Cockpit' on Sunday, a free and yacht sailing program giving participants the experience the...
April 11, 2023
Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach finalists set
THE finals of the Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach have been set, and it’s an all-Australian affair in both the men’s and women’s field. Australian...
April 9, 2023
Local family duo team up for ocean safety
Point Lonsdale's Sally Cordner and her niece Lucy Simms have joined forces to release their first children's book I'm a Nipper Now, which aims...
April 8, 2023
Escape the Ordinary: Geelong Regional Libraries to bring the fun this school holidays
During the coming April school holidays, children and youth are encouraged to "escape the ordinary" during the Geelong Regional Libraries events program. Taking place over...
April 7, 2023
Tins to rattle for Good Friday Appeal fundraiser
THE Tin Shed in Barwon Heads is setting a $60,000 target for their Good Friday Appeal fundraising event which will celebrate its 10th anniversary...
April 5, 2023
Theft and vandalism leave exhibition dark
UNKNOWN offenders have smashed or stolen about 500 solar lights which have illuminated the Queenscliff Art Prize on the pier, leaving curators disappointed in...
April 5, 2023
Tins to rattle for Good Friday Appeal fundraiser
THE Tin Shed in Barwon Heads is setting $60,000 as their fundraising goal for its Good Friday Appeal to assist supporting the Royal Children's...
April 5, 2023
Multi-million dollar facility to open
SEAROAD Ferries will officially open its new $15.9 million Queenscliff Ferry terminal on April 20, 2023, further enhancing visitor experience for those venturing across...
April 4, 2023
Groms attack solid waves to crown state championship winners
STATE champions have been crowned at Round 3 of the Woolworths Victorian Junior Titles, with surfers putting it all on the line in powerful...
April 4, 2023
Cash to fly at Grubbers golf ball drop
OCEAN Grove Football Netball Club's annual golf ball drop fundraising event is back, and one lucky winner will become $15,000 richer. Hundreds of golf balls...
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