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.
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...
September 19, 2025
Local pair making a splash
A PAIR of water polo players are ready to make a splash when they represent Victoria for the very first time. Geelong Marlins' Katie Parnell...
September 19, 2025
World’s best surfers welcomed to Bells Beach
THE World Surf League (WSL) has thanked its local, national and global partners and athletes at an event in Torquay this week to launch...
September 18, 2025
Riv on the Record – Sam De Koning
WELCOME to Riv on the Record, a new weekly column connecting you with the unique and fascinating individuals shaping our community. This series will offer...
September 18, 2025
Century delivers another feel-good day
MORE than 1,400 runners put foot to ground and participated in the Surf Coast Century over the weekend. The 14th edition of the Century began...
September 17, 2025
Shire to support community-focused projects
THE Surf Coast Shire's latest round of grants is now open, offering organisations and community groups opportunities to turn their ideas into action. This September,...
September 17, 2025
Hot Wheels children’s bonanza
EXPERIENCE all the thrills of the Hot Wheels Kids Fun Zone at this year's Royal Geelong Show. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, the Hot Wheels Fun Zone...
September 17, 2025
Boost for Coogoorah Park
UPGRADES to Coogoorah Park in Anglesea will benefit the thousands of locals and visitors who use the nature space each year. Visitors will notice some...
September 16, 2025
Draft plan paves way for bigger, better recreation reserve
THE City of Greater Geelong is seeking community feedback on a new draft master plan which will help shape the future of the Sovereign...
September 15, 2025
Locals to wax up in Bells Longboard Trials
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's top surfing talent will put it all on the line tomorrow (September 16) for a shot at qualifying for...
September 14, 2025
Sharks kings of the competition again
THE South Coast Sharks have tasted ultimate success once again, winning back-to-back in the AFL Masters Victoria Country tournament. The Sharks defeated the Murray Crays...
September 13, 2025
Roos hop to famous Grand Final victory
ANGLESEA has broken their 26-year premiership drought and has been crowned the kings of the Bellarine Football League for 2025. The Roos (14.10.94) prevailed by...
September 13, 2025
Local police thanked for service
A GESTURE from Torquay Lions Club volunteers has ensured local police know they are appreciated by the local community. Following the murder of two Victorian...
September 11, 2025
Local parks take the spotlight at industry awards
TWO local businesses have taken top honours at the Caravan and Residential Parks Victoria (CRPVic) awards night, held in Geelong last month. BIG4 Apollo Bay...
September 11, 2025
WNBA talent Holmes signs with Venom
GEELONG Venom has secured more A-Grade talent ahead of the coming Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) season by signing Maine native Mackenzie Holmes. The 6'3...
September 11, 2025
New surf film to be showcased in Torquay
PATAGONIA Torquay will host a special screening of a new surf film sure to capture the imaginations of all ocean lovers and travellers alike. Tread...
September 10, 2025
GDFNL’s top honours awarded
THE Geelong District Football Netball League has crowned its champion players for this season, with Bell Post Hill captain Jack Yates and Belmont Lion...
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