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.
June 4, 2026
Breamlea surfer wins first national title at 50
FRESH off celebrating his 50th birthday, Breamlea surfer Christian Pritchett has claimed his first national surfing title. The powerful goofy-footer surfed to victory...
May 6, 2026
Cole eyes impact in first season with Venom
NATHAN RIVALLAND Star Geelong Venom recruit Bec Cole is approaching her first season in blue and white with a clear sense of purpose. The former Australian...
May 3, 2026
Second win lifts Carbonelli to top of Australian junior rankings
JAN Juc surfer Estella Carbonelli has continued her strong start to 2026, claiming a second national junior title. The 13-year-old won the Parko Junior Pro...
May 1, 2026
Jet takes it back to the pub in Barwon Heads
MELBOURNE rock band Jet is trading big stages for a pub room in Barwon Heads this May, with two shows locked in at the...
April 30, 2026
Stage set for world tour wildcard decider
A place in the Bells Beach Longboard Classic will be on the line this weekend, with the winners of the open men's and women's...
April 28, 2026
Geelong teen earns spot at Steph Curry’s alma mater
A STRONG nationals campaign changed everything for Geelong's Malik Davis, including where he'll play his college basketball. The 18-year-old has committed to Davidson College in...
April 26, 2026
Surf Coast, Bellarine storm Aussies with 33 medals
A DOMINANT week on the sand and in the surf has delivered 33 medals for Surf Coast and Bellarine athletes at the 2026 Australian...
April 26, 2026
From deep water to tough moments: freediver shares mental playbook
A FREEDIVER who has pushed his body and mind to the edge is now sharing those lessons in a book aimed at helping others...
April 26, 2026
Historic Queenscliff Hotel reborn, with Miettas leading the table
MIETTAS at the Queenscliff Hotel is emerging as the dining centrepiece of the landmark's long-awaited revival.The restaurant launched with the hotel in late March,...
April 25, 2026
Anglesea RSL honours 80 years of service ahead of Anzac Day
AS communities prepare to mark Anzac Day, Anglesea RSL is reflecting on 80 years of service shaped by dedication, honesty and a strong sense...
April 24, 2026
Builder fined over runoff at Lara site
RUNOFF from an unattended building site in Lara has landed a builder with a more than $2,000 fine. EPA Victoria officers found sand and cement...
April 22, 2026
Australian Opals signing boosts Venom’s 2026 push
Geelong Venom has landed a major signing for 2026, securing one of the WNBL's premier guards on a two-year deal. Australian Opals star Bec Cole...
April 17, 2026
Blake Pavey’s got more time – now he needs more jokes
AFTER being told his terminal illness is no longer terminal, comedian Blake Pavey has found himself with something unexpected: time. And with it, a whole...
April 16, 2026
Crowne Plaza makes it official on Geelong waterfront
Three months after opening, Geelong’s new Crowne Plaza has been officially launched, marking another step in the city’s changing waterfront. Dignitaries gathered on Thursday to...
April 16, 2026
Former rivals share Bells moment from the coach’s corner
TWO former sparring partners turned mentors are riding high after guiding their athletes to a dream result at the Rip Curl Pro at Bells...
April 16, 2026
The teenage project that defined a subculture
WHEN Alistair Miller and his friends pushed for a skate park in Corio as teenagers, they weren't thinking about legacy, but more than four...
April 16, 2026
City offloads yards for residential hub
THE City of Greater Geelong has sold the former North Geelong Saleyards, a move that officials say will unlock a major high-density housing precinct...
April 16, 2026
Suns junior rises to senior ranks in milestone moment
CLOSE to a decade after his first training session as a child, Riley Cotter could never have imagined where football would take him in...
April 16, 2026
Suns flip the script in first win
THE Bellarine Football Netball League's newest side has its first senior win, with the Surf Coast Suns breaking through in just their second outing. The...
April 15, 2026
She fled war – now she’s found purpose in Torquay
WHEN the war broke out, it began as an ordinary morning for Larissa Sichivitsa in her home city of Lviv in Ukraine. She was moving...
April 12, 2026
Local basketballers earn state selection
FOUR local basketball players will represent Victoria at the 2026 under-16 National Championships in Bendigo this July. Geelong United's Wil Nisbet, Gabe Sailor, Henry Wilson...
April 12, 2026
How a simple idea grew into a phO phenomenon
PHOLKLORE was built on a simple idea of connecting community over a bowl of noodles. Nearly a decade on, it continues to exceed expectations. Led...
April 11, 2026
Come clean up the Great Ocean Road
A LOCAL tourism company and clean up organisation are teaming up on a fun morning cleanup to help preserve the natural beauty of the...
April 10, 2026
Barwon Heads leads region in Good Friday Appeal support
Barwon Heads has again topped the local Good Friday Appeal fundraising standings, raising almost $90,000 for the Royal Children's Hospital. The township rode a wave...
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