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.
October 3, 2025
Grand Final feast
CLOSE to $10,000 will be reinjected back into the Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club, thanks to the success of its annual Grand Final...
October 3, 2025
Torquay out to take the crown
TORQUAY Boardriders are confident they can bring their top form to the Australian Boardriders Battle Victorian qualifier this weekend on Phillip Island. Fresh off their...
October 1, 2025
People’s Ride race to turn Geelong yellow
A SEA of yellow will descend on the Geelong Waterfront next year for the 2026 TAC People’s Ride. Australian cycling legends Cadel Evans, Phil Anderson...
October 1, 2025
Finding balance in a second opportunity for Serenity
HEALTH Balance Geelong will roll out the yoga mats next month when Serenity in the Stadium returns to GMHBA Stadium in support of World...
October 1, 2025
Defining moments caught on camera
Widely respected snow and surf photographer Tony 'Harro' Harrington will be sharing some amazing snippets from his life behind the lens in Torquay next...
September 30, 2025
Detox Your Home to return to Torquay
SURF COAST residents are encouraged to clear out their sheds, cupboards and garages when the region's only chemical disposal event comes to Torquay next...
September 30, 2025
Torquay signs first top import
TORQUAY Cricket Club has locked in its first overseas recruit, with Scotland Under-19 representative Finn Carter set to wear the yellow and black in...
September 30, 2025
Local tradies to surf concrete tubes
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's top tradies will swap their tools for surfboards and compete in a fun and relaxed competition at URBNSURF Melbourne. The...
September 29, 2025
Changes to recycling at Anglesea Transfer Station
THE Anglesea Transfer Station has relaunched its soft plastic recycling program and is now an authorised drop off point for unwanted paints. This follows a...
September 29, 2025
Moody joins Geelong Venom
GEELONG Venom has strengthened its coaching ranks with the appointment of Megan Moody as assistant coach for the upcoming WNBL season. Fresh from being named...
September 29, 2025
St Joeys claim illustrious soccer title
ST Joseph's College Geelong has become just the second Associated Catholic College to win the Football Victoria Premier Schools Cup Soccer Championship. Joey's senior side...
September 28, 2025
Surf Coast FC celebrate historic season
SURF Coast Football Club has capped off a remarkable 2025 season, with nine teams reaching a Grand Final and four of those bringing home...
September 27, 2025
Walking for the little Lion man
A FORMER Torquay resident and passionate mother is hoping to unite the Surf Coast community to raise vital awareness of a rare genetic disorder...
September 27, 2025
Harrison helps Australia win surfing gold
BARWON Heads surfer Ellie Harrison has helped Australia secure its first open team gold medal surf at the ISA World Surfing Games since 2011. Her...
September 26, 2025
Paraparap artist brings movement and form to national sculpture event
A SURF Coast artist will showcase his work on the national stage next month at regional Australia's largest outdoor sculpture exhibition. Paraparap local James Irwin...
September 25, 2025
Bourke resigns from shire council
SURF Coast Shire councillor Rebecca Bourke has submitted her immediate resignation and will step away from her position to prioritise her young family’s wellbeing. Ms...
September 25, 2025
Queen of the waves returns
WORLD Surf League (WSL) women's champion Molly Picklum has been given a “second homecoming” at Rip Curl in Torquay to celebrate her famous recent...
September 25, 2025
Local pair surf with pride at Bells
TWO of the Bellarine's top surfers represented the region with pride in the 2025 Bioglan Bells Beach Longboard Classic. Ben Considine (Barwon Heads) and Bea...
September 25, 2025
Suns’ striking new look
THE Surf Coast Suns have unveiled a bold new jumper design ahead of their entry into the Bellarine Football Netball League in 2026. This week,...
September 23, 2025
GFNL’s best players crowned
THE Geelong Football Netball League (GFNL) has crowned its top players for the 2025 season, with a two-way tie in the Mathieson Medal and...
September 23, 2025
Entries open for Otway Odyssey
ENTRIES are now open for the 20th edition of Australia's premier mountain biking event. The Otway Odyssey mountain biking marathon and Great Otway Gravel Grind...
September 22, 2025
Community hub ready to assemble
ARMSTRONG Creek's newest community hub is quickly taking shape, with fabrication nearly complete on the three-room kindergarten, community spaces and allied health suites. The new...
September 21, 2025
Associations to come together for tournament experience
THREE of the region's top basketball bodies are teaming up to host Koorr Koorr Nigitji (Coming Together), an annual celebration of the sport. Geelong United,...
September 21, 2025
The Imperfects return to Geelong
Geelong will delve deep into the world of imperfection with the kings of Australian podcasting, The Imperfects. Audiences can expect an evening of laughs, candid...
