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 9, 2024
Comedy carnival to return to Anglesea FNC
LAUGHTER will be guaranteed as some of Australia's comedy stars take the stage at popular fundraising event later this month. After a sell-out debut in...
October 8, 2024
Local duo take part in Netball Victoria First Nations Tournament
A PAIR of up-and-coming local netball stars have participated in a first of its kind state competition, with their eyes firmly set on making...
October 7, 2024
Nominees announced for AFL Barwon Community Awards
AFL BARWON has announced the nominees for this year's Community Awards, which celebrates volunteers in the Barwon region. More than 50 people from local sporting...
October 7, 2024
Christmas in Geelong launch date revealed
YULETIDE fans can now block out November 30 as the opening night of the Christmas in Geelong program. This year marks the 10th anniversary of...
October 7, 2024
Community encouraged to protect plovers
BEACHGOERS are being urged to follow precautions and signage to help ensure the survival of Hooded Plovers chicks. The small birds have recently hatched at...
October 7, 2024
Wildlife rescuer urges vigilance on roads
THE number of kangaroos being killed on Australian roads has reached an all-time high, but Surf Coast Wildlife Rescue (SCWR) is doing its best...
October 6, 2024
Juc fired up for Victorian ABB qualifier
JAN Juc Boardriders Club are feeling primed for a strong showing against the state's best clubs at today's (October 6) Australian Boardriders Battle state...
October 6, 2024
Lorne buzzing with Pilkip-mania
LORNE P-12 College brought a rare, endangered and imaginary amphibious creature to life in its latest biennial school production. Save the Pilkip was performed to...
October 5, 2024
Lunch funds to help power Jan Juc club into the future
MORE than $20,000 was raised for the Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club at its Grand Final Eve Luncheon on Friday last week. The 10th...
October 5, 2024
Workshop to empower women to thrive
A PAIR of local health practitioners are hoping to empower women to thrive in their lives at their first co-hosted wellbeing workshop. 'Relaxed and Resilient' will...
October 4, 2024
Lorne to embrace pink pilates for breast cancer
THE rooftop of the Lorne Hotel will be pink and proud tomorrow (Saturday, October 5) to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. More...
October 4, 2024
Luncheon delivers plus to charity
MORE than 250 people stepped out in colour and style to support Kids+ at its 12th annual Grand Final Eve Luncheon. The event at The...
October 3, 2024
Authority monitoring recent coastal erosion
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority says it is responding promptly to coastal erosion across the Surf Coast. Recent large swells, high tides...
October 2, 2024
Whale carcass to be removed from 13th Beach
The 16-tonne fin whale carcass will be removed from 13th Beach tomorrow (Thursday, October 3). In a statement released today (Wednesday, October 2), The Department...
October 2, 2024
More stars added to Port Fairy Folk Festival bill
THE Port Fairy Folk Festival has added more star power to its 2025 musical extravaganza. Headlining the second artist announcement for the March 7-10 festival...
October 2, 2024
Finalists crowned for Surf Coast Song Contest
ART of the Minds has selected its 10 finalists for the Surf Coast Song Contest, with a live show set to determine an overall...
October 2, 2024
Program lifts water standards at The Lorne Village
THE Lorne Village is now saving more water and money on its bills after signing up to Barwon Water's Community Housing Retrofit Program (CHRP). The...
October 2, 2024
EPA’s five key environmental tips for businesses
EPA Victoria has identified five tips for local businesses wanting to do the right thing by the environment this spring. EPA says the key to...
September 30, 2024
Access for all at Point Bunbury
LOCALS and visitors now have easier access to Point Bunbury in Apollo Bay following the completion of a new coastal trail. The latest route, starting...
September 29, 2024
Cans for cash at Kennett River
RESIDENTS and guests of the Kennett River Caravan Park have helped raise more than $3500 for the Kennett River Surf Life Saving Club by...
September 29, 2024
Local surfers to compete in Rip Curl GromSearch
THE region's best shortboard surfers will join more than 200 of their fellow competitors at Phillip Island for next week's Rip Curl GromSearch event. The...
September 28, 2024
Grit and determination shown at Surf Coast Century
MORE than 1,500 runners showed determination, grit and perseverance to compete in the largest Surf Coast Century in the event's history over the weekend. Saturday's...
September 28, 2024
Record numbers to take on Surf Coast Century
MORE than 1,500 runners will take part in one of Australia's most popular ultra trail marathons on the Surf Coast next weekend. The region will...
September 26, 2024
Modern English excited for Lorne debut
UK post-punk rockers and 80s hitmakers Modern English will be rolling out the mesh and lace in Lorne this November. The band will be playing...
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