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 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 14, 2025
Bald’s bold snowboarding mission
A TORQUAY snowboarder is pushing the limits of his sport and bringing supporters along for the ride in his debut film Crossroads. 21-year-old Gus Bald...
November 13, 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 12, 2025
First Nations artwork to be featured at Banyul-Warri
A WADAWURRUNG artist hopes to spark important conversations from his newest artwork on the new Banyul-Warri Fields Hockey Pitch in North Torquay. Billy-Jay O'Toole now...
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 12, 2025
Waste report shows impact of four-bin system
A LOCAL waste report card has revealed more than 70 per cent of all residential waste is being diverted from landfill thanks to the...
November 11, 2025
Community input sought on service review policy
THE Surf Coast Shire Council is seeking feedback on a new policy which will inform and guide future reviews of its services. The Draft Service...
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...
November 10, 2025
Say cheese for beers
THE worlds of cheese and beer will collide for the first time at Torquay's Blackmans Brewery this month. The much-loved institution will be hosting its...
November 10, 2025
Help shape Barwon Water’s long-term strategies
COMMUNITY input is being sought to assist Barwon Water respond to the challenges and opportunities of water management over the next 15 years. The local...
November 9, 2025
Impossible Race to mark 10 years
MORE than 100 athletes will be at the starter's line later this month in the Impossible Ocean Paddle. The tenth edition of the aquatic mission...
November 9, 2025
Geelong cricketers to represent Victoria
SIX Geelong cricketers have earned selection in the Victoria Country squad that will head to the Under 19 National Championships in Perth. Josh Slater, Liam...
November 7, 2025
Bolt Blowers is back
THE always entertaining Bolt Blowers Invitational is making its return next month and all eyes are on making it the biggest one in recent...
November 7, 2025
Locals learn, connect at environmental event
MORE than 30 Surf Coast locals gathered to celebrate the rich diversity of Painkalac Creek at a special environmental community day. Last week's workshop gave...
November 7, 2025
Market shines bright at Warralily
HUNDREDS of people turned out under blue skies for the return of the Warralily Market at the weekend. Mirambeena Park in Armstrong Creek was transformed...
November 7, 2025
Riv on the Record – Thomas Earls
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by local beekeeper and recent Torquay Business Awards winner Thomas Earls. Spin it! Beekeeping! How...
November 7, 2025
Cats captain retires from AFLW
GEELONG'S longest serving AFLW captain has hung up the boots after 72 games for the Cats. McDonald steps away from the game following a standout...
November 7, 2025
Darby recognised as finalist in national award
RECENTLY retired Geelong Cats forward/ruck Kate Darby has been recognised for her outstanding work in the community and awarded finalist status in the 2025...
November 7, 2025
Helliar to bring hilarity to Barwon Heads
AUSTRALIAN comedy legend Pete Helliar will be bringing his always entertaining antics to Barwon Heads later this month. The much-loved actor, television, radio presenter, writer,...
November 5, 2025
Northern suburbs standoff ends with man in custody
A 51-year-old Bell Park man has been charged with false imprisonment, unlawful assault and contravening a court order, following an incident in Bell Park...
November 5, 2025
Lewer reflects on religion
Critically acclaimed multi-disciplinary artist Richard Lewer will be premiering some of his newest works at the Geelong Gallery next month. I Only Talk to God...
November 3, 2025
Venom partners with Centuria
GEELONG Venom has signed a new partnership aimed at celebrating women's sport and community impact. The Women's National Basketball League side has teamed up with...
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