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.
June 10, 2026
School seeks memories for milestone
ST Therese Primary School is calling on former students, teachers and families to help tell the story of its first 40 years ahead of...
June 9, 2026
Farewell to a famous mullet: Torquay youngster to brave the chop
AFTER six years growing his trademark mullet, 11-year-old Mack Smith is preparing to shave it off in support of mental health. The Torquay youngster hopes...
June 9, 2026
Rotary clubs confront the challenge of finding a new generation
A shortage of volunteers has forced the Lara Rotary Club to close after 13 years of community service. The club officially wound up last weekend...
June 8, 2026
Researcher takes aim at shark myths
SHARKS have long been cast as villains of the ocean, but marine scientist Louisa Graf says the reality is far more interesting. The Geelong researcher...
June 7, 2026
Conroy earns rookie season on WSL Longboard Tour
NEARLY a decade of dedication has paid off for Point Lonsdale surfer Bea Conroy, who has secured her place on the World Surf League...
June 4, 2026
Breamlea surfer wins first national title at 50
FRESH off celebrating his 50th birthday, Breamlea surfer Christian Pritchett has claimed his first national surfing title. The powerful goofy-footer surfed to victory...
May 6, 2026
Cole eyes impact in first season with Venom
NATHAN RIVALLAND Star Geelong Venom recruit Bec Cole is approaching her first season in blue and white with a clear sense of purpose. The former Australian...
May 5, 2026
Ellie Harrison fronts drive to fund surf therapy programs
LOCAL therapeutic surf charity Ocean Mind has teamed up with Barwon Heads surfing talent Ellie Harrison to help promote its work supporting young people. The...
May 3, 2026
Second win lifts Carbonelli to top of Australian junior rankings
JAN Juc surfer Estella Carbonelli has continued her strong start to 2026, claiming a second national junior title. The 13-year-old won the Parko Junior Pro...
May 1, 2026
Jet takes it back to the pub in Barwon Heads
MELBOURNE rock band Jet is trading big stages for a pub room in Barwon Heads this May, with two shows locked in at the...
April 30, 2026
Stage set for world tour wildcard decider
A place in the Bells Beach Longboard Classic will be on the line this weekend, with the winners of the open men's and women's...
April 29, 2026
American pro surfer Lakey Peterson buys home near Bells
AMERICAN surfer and former world No. 2, Lakey Peterson, and her partner, Tom Allan, have secured a home just a stone's throw from Bells...
April 29, 2026
Artist’s work fills the halls that shaped his recovery
PAUL Walsh knows the corridors of Epworth Geelong better than most and now his work is helping to change how they feel. His series of...
April 29, 2026
How a French chocolatier found his home in Bellbrae
FROM crafting sweets as a young boy in France to landing at the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie, Allan Grandjean's path into chocolate has been...
April 28, 2026
Rip Curl Pro delivers $8m boost for Surf Coast
THE 2026 Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach has delivered on expectations, drawing strong crowds to the Surf Coast and providing a boost to...
April 28, 2026
Geelong teen earns spot at Steph Curry’s alma mater
A STRONG nationals campaign changed everything for Geelong's Malik Davis, including where he'll play his college basketball. The 18-year-old has committed to Davidson College in...
April 27, 2026
The hoedown turning Anglesea Hall into a dance floor
TWO Anglesea Kindergarten parents are behind a community hoedown next weekend, bringing a beginner-friendly line dancing night to the memorial hall. The event will feature...
April 27, 2026
Running found her late – now she’s heading to the Great Ocean Road
NADYA Caminer did not find running until her late 40s. Now, at 59, she is preparing to take on a 60km ultramarathon along the...
April 26, 2026
The Torquay fundraiser that draws a crowd every year
ONE of Torquay's most enduring community fundraisers returns next week, with more than 200 women expected to turn out in support of...
April 26, 2026
Surf Coast, Bellarine storm Aussies with 33 medals
A DOMINANT week on the sand and in the surf has delivered 33 medals for Surf Coast and Bellarine athletes at the 2026 Australian...
April 26, 2026
From deep water to tough moments: freediver shares mental playbook
A FREEDIVER who has pushed his body and mind to the edge is now sharing those lessons in a book aimed at helping others...
April 26, 2026
Historic Queenscliff Hotel reborn, with Miettas leading the table
MIETTAS at the Queenscliff Hotel is emerging as the dining centrepiece of the landmark's long-awaited revival.The restaurant launched with the hotel in late March,...
April 25, 2026
Anglesea RSL honours 80 years of service ahead of Anzac Day
AS communities prepare to mark Anzac Day, Anglesea RSL is reflecting on 80 years of service shaped by dedication, honesty and a strong sense...
April 24, 2026
Builder fined over runoff at Lara site
RUNOFF from an unattended building site in Lara has landed a builder with a more than $2,000 fine. EPA Victoria officers found sand and cement...
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