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.
November 28, 2025
Laugh it up for Lifeline
A FINE selection of Australian's top comedians will be teaming up to inspire some laughter for a great cause next month. Laughs for Lifeline will...
November 27, 2025
Caribbean fever to sweep Geelong
THE Caribbean spirit will come alive this weekend in Geelong for the third annual Reggae Fest – Vybz of the Caribbean. This Saturday's (November 29)...
November 27, 2025
Christmas festivities begin in Geelong
MORE than 20,000 people visited the Geelong Waterfront over the weekend for the launch of the Christmas in Geelong program. A picture-perfect evening of music...
November 26, 2025
Augustine makes GRC history
THE Geelong Racing Club has created history by naming the first female life member in its 160-year lifespan. Much-loved local figure Jade Augustine was welcomed...
November 24, 2025
Geelong confirm list changes
A TRIO of Geelong players have not been offered contracts for the 2026 AFLW campaign. The Cats have told Gabbi Featherston, Melissa Bragg and Bella...
November 23, 2025
Christmas festivities to light up St Paul’s
MORE than 20 Christmas trees will adorn St Paul's Church this festive season, bringing the holiday spirit to life in a big way. The much-loved...
November 23, 2025
Local surfing stars to shine at Aussie Titles
A BAKER'S dozen of local surfers will represent Victoria at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles later this month. The pinnacle event will be held in...
November 23, 2025
Trio of Cats earn AFLW All Australian nods
THREE Geelong Cats players have been recognised for their terrific season in the hoops and earned initial All-Australian squad selection. Star midfielder Georgie Prespakis, forward...
November 22, 2025
Dust off your decorations
LOCAL businesses are being invited to help spread the Christmas cheer by decorating their shopfronts this festive season. Traders are being encouraged to dust off...
November 21, 2025
Wolfmother to howl into Torquay
AUSTRALIAN hard rockers Wolfmother are set to light the Torquay Hotel ablaze with their high energy antics this December. The trio will be making the...
November 21, 2025
Riv on the Record – Zach Brady from Sargent Baker
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by Zach Brady, lead singer of Torquay rock and roll band Sargent Baker. Spin...
November 21, 2025
Monet masterpiece on the way to Geelong
AN exceptional piece of Claude Monet’s collection has been loaned to the Geelong Gallery, giving local art lovers the chance to see world famous...
November 19, 2025
Student takes the wheel at BMW
A GEELONG College student has his sights firmly set on making a career in motorsport following a unique training experience at BMW M Motorsport...
November 18, 2025
Appeal for footage after Wallington break-in attempts
Police are urging Wallington residents to review their home security footage after a series of late-night break-in attempts across the suburb over the weekend. Reports...
November 17, 2025
Local partnership drives water saving
CLOSE to four million litres of drinking water has been saved locally through a new partnership between Barwon Water and Australia's largest co-op housing...
November 16, 2025
Local trio selected in AFL National Academy
THREE talented local footballers have been selected in the 2026 AFL National Academy ahead of their draft year. Torquay pair Greea McKeegan and Jack Pickett...
November 16, 2025
Bells Beach showcased in new surf movie
LOCAL surf company Need Essentials has released its newest film, documenting world class free surfer Torren Martyn's connection with a long-lost surfboard. Rediscovering an Old...
November 16, 2025
Geelong cricketers earn state selection
SIX Geelong cricketers have been recognised for their prowess with bat and ball and have earnt selection in the coming Cricket Australia Under 16...
November 14, 2025
Riv on the Record: Ant Williams
THIS WEEK I had the great pleasure of being joined by world record freediving champion and Torquay resident Ant Williams. Spin it! Tell us about...
November 14, 2025
Future of surfing on show at Torquay
MORE than 60 of the country's top junior surfers battled it out in wild surf at Torquay over the weekend in the Victorian Micro...
November 13, 2025
Geelong seniors lauded for exceptional service
A PAIR of Geelong locals have been recognised for helping to build a better future for the region and awarded with statewide honours. Steve Bentley...
November 12, 2025
Geelong golfers to swing for a cause
GEELONG golfers will be swinging for a cause this month as part of X-Golf's nationwide charity fundraiser for the Starlight Children's Foundation. Local players will...
November 11, 2025
Bienefelt to grow a mo, help a bro
A JAN Juc teacher is growing out his ginger moustache for a special cause this month. Kyle Bienefelt is participating in Movember in a bid...
November 10, 2025
Riding the mental health wave
THE Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club is teaming up with local mental health and suicide prevention charity The Shaka Project to make a...
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