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.
September 1, 2023
Geelong ready to don trackies for a cause
THE Geelong community will be opting for a casual and laidback uniform next week to get behind Lifeline Geelong's Tracksuit Tuesday fundraiser. The September 5...
September 1, 2023
Brave cancer survivor to headline Catwalk4Cancer
A MUCH-LOVED Geelong local will share her inspirational journey of beating cervical cancer at Westfield Geelong's Catwalk4Cancer event. Nicole Baumann will enthrall guests with her...
September 1, 2023
Warralily market set for huge return
THE beloved Warralily Market will return to the idyllic Mirambeena Play Park this weekend and promises to embrace the true spirit of bringing the...
August 31, 2023
WSL Longboard Classic, day two: World’s best flex muscles at Bells Beach
INTERNATIONAL stars dominated the field on day two of the 2023 Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic presented by Rip Curl, as eliminations began to...
August 31, 2023
QHub celebrate Wear It Purple Day
WELLWAYS Geelong and Drummond Street Services Queerspace celebrated Wear It Purple Day by officially naming its new LGBTIQ+ youth mental health project. QHub, as it...
August 30, 2023
Barwon Heads junior to spearhead AFLW side
A FAMILIAR face from the Bellarine will be leading the Sydney Swans out onto the field during the coming 2023 NAB AFLW season. Barwon Heads...
August 29, 2023
Review of Barwon River Waterway Rules Is Underway
GEELONG locals may soon be able to access the lower levels of the Barwon River for the first time in 32 years, following an...
August 29, 2023
Aunty Pat to lead Geelong First Nations forums
FIRST Nations advocate Aunty Pat Anderson AO will visit the Greater Geelong region next week to headline a series of First Nations knowledge sharing...
August 28, 2023
Team Victoria surf to success at Aussie Titles
THE Victorian state surfing team has returned home from the 2023 Australian Surf Championships with some new silverware to add to the trophy cabinet. The...
August 27, 2023
Geelong Arts Centre open new captivating culinary destination
THE Geelong Arts Centre (GAC) is adding to the region's culinary scene, unveiling an exhilarating dining destination nestled within their arts precinct. Tutti opened its...
August 26, 2023
Shed showcases uplifting one-woman show
Finding joy in every opportunity is a focus at Drysdale's Potato Shed this September as hybrid-scripted one-woman show Every Brilliant Thing takes centre stage. The...
August 26, 2023
Youth TV series debuts in Geelong
An exciting new series spearheaded by children and teens across Victoria kicked its first episode in the heart of Geelong. Twelve directors aged ten to...
August 26, 2023
The simple tools for changing your life for good
What if you were told it only takes just ten minutes to make real, lasting, significant change in your life? In Torquay author Rosanne Michie's...
August 23, 2023
All Abilities competition kicks goals at season finale
THE Bell Park Dragons All-Abilities football team are the inaugural 2023 AFL Barwon All Abilities Football Netball League champions. The Australian-first competition reached its climax...
August 23, 2023
Students rank Deakin top of the class
DEAKIN University's nursing and midwifery students have voted their university experience the best in Victoria for a second year running. Results from the annual Student...
August 22, 2023
Victoria’s biggest musical celebration to stop by Torquay
LOCAL and international superstars will headline Victoria’s biggest celebration of live music later this year. The 2023 ALWAYS LIVE program will see global pop star...
August 22, 2023
Swooping season prompts vigilance warning
BREEDING season for swooping native birds is underway and locals are being advised to take extra precautions when outdoors. From now until the middle of...
August 20, 2023
Barwon Health, Deakin to support new mental health centre
BARWON Health and Deakin University are part of a new Victorian government-supported initiative aimed at improving mental health and wellbeing support for adults and...
August 19, 2023
Take a new look at Animal Farm
An exciting rework of George Orwell's Animal Farm will be put under bright lights at the Potato Shed in Drysdale next week. The Bellarine venue...
August 19, 2023
Eireborne to land in Geelong in 2024
Geelong locals are set to embrace Irish dancing fever next year when the highly anticipated and popular Irish performing sensations Eireborne head to Geelong...
August 19, 2023
All-Abilities football kicks goal in first season
AFL BARWON is looking forward to celebrating the successes of their inaugural All-Abilities Football League season this weekend at Hamlyn Park. The Australian-first competition will...
August 17, 2023
Upgrades to bring greater sporting opportunities to Anakie
NEW social rooms and multi-purpose facilities at Anakie Recreation Reserve are set to provide greater opportunities for the areas aspiring sporting stars. The $2.85 million...
August 17, 2023
Lorne SLSC volunteers win state rescue honours
LORNE Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) volunteer Sophie Carne was named Life Saving Victoria's (LSV's) Youth Lifesaver of the Year at this year's Awards...
August 17, 2023
Upgrades to deliver better sporting opportunities for Geelong
THE Geelong sporting community is set to benefit from the completion of $393,00 infrastructure and equipment upgrades at Highton's Tim Hill Reserve. The City of...
