About: nathanrivalland

Profile: Nathan Rivalland is a journalist with the Times News Group. He covers community news, lifestyle and sport across the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong.

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July 5, 2024

Wathaurong committed to Narana purchase

THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative will take on the management of the Narana Cultural Centre, bringing it back into the Aboriginal community's hands. The co-op is...

July 3, 2024

Mockett to bring music history to life

Revered Geelong historian Colin Mockett will be bringing a captivating musical show detailing the rise of "the fifth Beatle" to the Potato Shed this...

July 3, 2024

Slater to tackle 60km for men’s mental health

A CURLEWIS local is hoping to shine a light on men's health by setting out on his biggest physical challenge yet. Dylan Slater will be...

July 2, 2024

Girls solving problems with STEM

MORE than 50 local primary and secondary students have become the latest to participate in Deakin University's Girls as Leaders in STEM (GALS) program. The...

June 30, 2024

Lucie’s drawing of hope wins the day

A GEELONG teenager will have her special ocean-inspired drawing featured on a new range of merchandise for not-for-profit therapeutic surf charity Ocean Mind. 16-year-old Ocean...

June 29, 2024

Community dig deep for critical care patients

HUNDREDS of individuals, local businesses and sporting groups rallied together to fundraise for Barwon Health's critical care departments during its Critical Care Appeal. Last weekend's...

June 28, 2024

Costelloe and co to chase fourth Dry July crown

GEELONG personality Rory Costelloe will again go dry this July and try help lead the Barwon Health Foundation's Billy's Frothy Fund team to its...

June 27, 2024

Cats honour new Hall of Fame inductees

THE Geelong Cats honoured a new group of top contributors both on and off the field at its Hall of Fame Dinner on the...

June 26, 2024

Narana shuts its doors in preparation for handover to Wathaurong

THE owners of Narana have closed its doors to the public after 28 years in preparation for handover to the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative. In a...

June 25, 2024

Fishers enjoying quest for big tuna

RECREATIONAL fishers continue to flock to Victoria's south-west in their pursuit of a special classic catch. Strong numbers of southern bluefin tuna are providing a...

June 23, 2024

Rip Curl Virtual Pro reaches record heights

TORQUAY-based surf brand Rip Curl has achieved record-breaking results in its second world virtual surfing competition. More than 1,300 surfers from across the globe participated...

June 22, 2024

Deakin climbs into world’s best 200 universities

DEAKIN University has climbed into the world's top 200 universities, confirming its position in the top 1 per cent of institutions worldwide. Its position at...

June 21, 2024

genU to get locals in the winter spirit

SUPPORT service provider genU is inviting the community to come celebrate the halfway point of the year at its Winter Solstice Fair. Tomorrow's (Saturday, June...

June 20, 2024

Foundation to support critical care patients

BARWON Health Foundation (BHF) is calling on the community to take on "feel good" volunteering opportunities at this weekend's Critical Care Appeal. From today (Friday,...

June 18, 2024

Opals forward Keely Froling signs with Geelong United

GEELONG United has its second signature for its inaugural WBNL season, announcing today (Tuesday, June 18) that Australian Opals forward Keely Froling had put...

March 8, 2024

Torquay Dance Academy students headline Victorian productions

IT HAS been a huge year for the dancers at Torquay Dance Academy (TDA). Now beginning their 12th year teaching Surf Coast children how to...

March 8, 2024

Geelong encouraged to give to appeal

GIVE Where You Live Foundation (GWYLF) is hoping locals can dig deep this month to help support those experiencing hardship during its 2024 Give...

March 6, 2024

Leisure Network to put inclusion at forefront of sport

LEISURE Networks aims to spread inclusion sports even more far and wide in 2024 and have locked in a series of dates for activations...

March 4, 2024

2024 World Longboard Tour to kick off at Bells Beach

THE World Surf League will kick off its 2024 World Longboard Tour down on the Surf Coast at Bells Beach. The WSL Bells Beach Longboard...

March 3, 2024

Jazz Jammers series to encourage younger generations

GEELONG Jazz Club is again running programs throughout this year to encourage young people to keep the music genre alive in the region. Jazz Jammers...

March 3, 2024

Geelong’s best chefs to cook for a good cause

GEELONG’s favourite feel good foodie event is back next month to support the life-saving work of the Barwon Health Foundation. Geelong’s Longest Lunch returns on...

March 2, 2024

Giving everyone a fighting chance

People, purpose and perseverance are the three core values behind Bones MMA.Owners Matt and Lani Williams are on a mission to show how their...