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.
January 10, 2026
Hitting the New Year running
MORE than 550 participants welcomed the final sunrise of 2025 while taking part in the 34th Dawnbuster Fun Run. The annual community event raised more...
January 9, 2026
World’s largest Ukrainian flag to be unfurled in Geelong
THE world's largest Ukrainian flag will be unveiled in Geelong for the first time this weekend, with a community gathering planned to mark the...
January 8, 2026
Mountain to Surf cancelled due to heightened fire risk
THE Lorne Mountain to Surf, scheduled for Friday, has been cancelled due to forecast dry lightning and heightened fire risk. In a statement on Thursday,...
January 8, 2026
Community hub marks year of support for local families
THE Northern Bay College Family Learning Centre Community Hub is marking the end of a year of sustained activity, after working with more than...
January 7, 2026
Floating Christmas Tree to sail away for another year
CHRISTMAS lovers have one day left to see the Floating Christmas Tree before it sails away from Geelong for another year. The pinnacle of the...
January 7, 2026
Carbonelli carving to the top
A BELLS Beach surfer is on the path towards surfing stardom, after a runner-up finish at the 2025 Australian Junior Surfing Titles in Wollongong. Estella...
January 7, 2026
Global triathlon series locks in Geelong event
THE IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong will be the only Australian stop on next year's IRONMAN Pro Series. The world-qualifying event returns on March 22 as the...
January 6, 2026
Total Fire Ban issued for Geelong and surrounds
THE entire Geelong region will be under a Total Fire Ban tomorrow (Wednesday January 7) for the first time this year. Strong north westerly winds...
January 6, 2026
Lifesavers urge water safety ahead of heatwave
LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging the community to be water safe this week, with temperatures expected to soar towards 40 degrees. Victorians and visitors...
January 6, 2026
Surfing Victoria sets titles calendar
SURFING Victoria has released its 2026 state titles calendar, unveiling a full season of shortboard, longboard, stand up paddleboarding, and the introduction of a...
January 5, 2026
New push to curb vaping on Victoria’s beaches
A NEW campaign encouraging Victorians to reject nicotine and vaping will roll out across beaches and surf communities this summer. UNCLOUD, an initiative led by...
January 5, 2026
Geelong to meet Carlton in first hit-out of 2026
THE Geelong Cats will face Carlton at IKON Park in the opening round of the 2026 AAMI Community Series. The pre-season clash is locked in...
January 4, 2026
North Geelong ready for division one test
THE North Geelong Warriors will open their Victorian Premier League Men's 1 campaign at home on February 14, hosting the Melbourne Knights in a...
January 4, 2026
Riv on the Record: Xavier Huxtable (professional surfer)
This week I had the great pleasure of chatting with Jan Juc local and professional surfer Xavier Huxtable. Spin it! Tell us how you got...
December 31, 2025
National conference to inject $815,000 into region
A MAJOR conference for the conference industry is the fifth event to be booked at the coming Nyaal Banyul Convention and Event Centre. The 2026...
December 31, 2025
Turning the page on ageism
A NEW children's storybook is encouraging families across the Barwon region to rethink ageing and embrace respect across generations. A Life Encyclopedia: I am, I...
December 31, 2025
Tigers import earns Scotland World Cup call-up
TORQUAY Cricket Club recruit Finlay Carter has been selected to represent Scotland at the Under-19 World Cup. The 18-year-old overseas import and his teammates will...
December 28, 2025
Multi-sport expansion locked in for Sovereign Drive
THE City of Greater Geelong has adopted a new masterplan outlining major upgrades for the Sovereign Drive Recreation Reserve in Mount Duneed. A new multi-sports...
December 28, 2025
Dawnbusters runners set the pace for New Year’s Eve
EARLY risers will lace up on New Year's Eve for the Dawnbusters Fun Run along Geelong's waterfront. The December 31 event will raise vital funds...
December 28, 2025
Sporting clubs help drive road safety message
THREE local sporting clubs have received funding to help spread road safety messages and reduce speeding in Geelong's north. Corio Community Sports Club, North Shore...
December 28, 2025
Riv on the Record – Denis Walter
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by Australian entertainment icon and Geelong resident, Denis Walter. Spin it! Tell us how you...
December 27, 2025
Upgrades honour life member at Lara pool
THE Lara Swimming Club has unveiled new accessibility upgrades designed to improve access for members and visitors with mobility challenges. City of Greater Geelong councillors...
December 27, 2025
Local lens captures Geelong’s best view
AN OCEAN Grove photographer has taken top honours in the City of Greater Geelong's 2026 calendar competition. Fabian Reinelt's sunrise photograph of Barwon Heads was...
December 24, 2025
Pilot program offers cash back on water savers
RESIDENTS can now claim rebates on a range of water-saving products as Barwon Water rolls out a new summer pilot to help households cut...
