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.
December 12, 2025
Cottage’s Christmas art
QUEENSCLIFF children's charity Cottage by the Sea have teamed up with a Geelong artist to celebrate a shared love of the local coastline. Geelong artist...
December 11, 2025
Local students celebrate VCE results
STUDENTS from across Geelong, the Bellarine and Surf Coast awoke with nerves and plenty of excitement this morning (Thursday, December 11) to find out...
December 11, 2025
Bolt Blowers sparks up at Juc
MORE than 80 local surfers took part in the return of the Bolt Blowers surfing invitational. The 16th edition of the popular event at Jan...
December 11, 2025
Afterglow shines on the Surf Coast
THE 11th Afterglow Night Run has gone down as one of the biggest and best yet, with 650 donning their brighest colours for a...
December 10, 2025
Lorne mega sporting weekend to return
MORE than 7,000 people are anticipated to take to the starters line in the athletic Pier to Pub and Mountain to Surf double event...
December 9, 2025
Classic on the coast
MORE than 500 people are expected to hit the sand this January and participate in the 15th edition of the Tim Gates Classic. The January...
December 9, 2025
Slashing program to prepare for fire season
THE annual fire prevention roadside slashing program has started on the Surf Coast, with the slashing of Surf Coast Shire council reserves scheduled for...
December 7, 2025
State’s best surfers to wax up
ENTRIES will open very soon for what is shaping to be the most highly anticipated West Coast Wax Up (WCWU) in its history. The third...
December 6, 2025
Christmas spirit revs up on the Surf Coast
AN ANGLESEA resident has fired up his bike and is ready to spread Christmas cheer to children on the Surf Coast. Retired postman Cameron McFarlane...
December 5, 2025
Riv on the Record – John Teague (local film-maker)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by local film-maker and all-round good guy John Teague. Spin it! Tell us how you...
December 5, 2025
Localles head to the Surf Coast
LOCALLES are bringing fun to the summer and celebrating their newest single with a special show on the Surf Coast this December. The local four-piece...
December 4, 2025
Carols to sing out on the Surf Coast
MORE than 400 people are expected to sing their hearts out at the Anglesea Carols later this month. Christmas spirit will be in the air...
December 4, 2025
Honu Honi win silver at Victorian Tourism Awards
TORQUAY surf and wellness operator Honu Honi Surf Camp has earned statewide honours for a third straight year at the Victorian Tourism Awards. The local...
December 4, 2025
Cats announce new guernsey numbers
GEELONG's newest AFL recruits have found out what numbers they will be wearing in 2026. Some of the most famous numbers in the Cats' history...
December 1, 2025
Aire River revegetation to deliver environmental boost
PLANNING is under way to re-establish local vegetation across 170 hectares of land at Barwon Water's Aire River site. The long-term project will increase biodiversity,...
November 29, 2025
New mural spreads joy at Surf Coast Secondary College
A NEW student-designed mural at Surf Coast Secondary College stands as a vibrant symbol of the school's commitment to creating a culturally safe and...
November 28, 2025
Top paddlers converge for Impossible Race
THE tenth edition of the Impossible Race has gone down as one of the best yet, with some of the highest quality paddlers in...
November 28, 2025
Riv on the Record:Mia Gross[Olympic athlete]
This week I had the great pleasure of being joined by Australian Olympic sprinter and former Torquay resident Mia Gross. Spin it! Tell us how...
November 28, 2025
Electronic duo to raid Barwon Heads
AUSTRALIAN electronic duo Bag Raiders are sailing back into Barwon Heads this summer and are sure to bring the good vibes. The pairing of Jack...
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
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
Surf Coast FC displays sustainable approach
SURF Coast FC continue to take leadership in the environmental space and have high aspirations of bringing other community groups along for the ride. The...
November 26, 2025
Santa to trade snow for sand on the Surf Coast
SANTA Claus is riding his sleigh from the North Pole to the Surf Coast this weekend to share the festive spirit with locals and...
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...
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