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 8, 2024
Entries open for Australian SUP Titles
ENTRIES are now open for marathon and technical race paddlers to be part of the Australian Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) Titles this October on...
September 7, 2024
Most dissatisfied with shire’s unsealed roads
A REVIEW of unsealed roads on the Surf Coast has shown almost two-thirds of respondents are dissatisfied with the present condition of unsealed roads. The...
September 6, 2024
Bells fires for Hells Djarrak
BELLS Beach/Djarrak was at its best over the weekend for Torquay Boardriders multi-club invitational surfing event Hells Djarrak. More than 60 of the state's top...
September 6, 2024
Views divided on short stay levy
THE Short Stay Levy Bill has been introduced into Victorian Parliament and there has been a mixed response to its potential outcomes. The legislation will...
September 6, 2024
Film festival blasts off
MORE than 150 people packed into the Aireys Inlet Pub last week to learn more about an environmental issue with local implications. Surfrider Foundation's inaugural...
September 5, 2024
Cats reach 90,000 members
THE Geelong Cats have broken their membership record again, with 90,000 members on board ahead of the start of the AFL finals and AFLW...
September 4, 2024
A Grade best and fairest honours shared
NEWCOMB Power defender Jessica Duke and Torquay mid-courter Kiralee Collings have shared in the A grade league best and fairest award this evening (September...
September 4, 2024
Report highlights another tragic drowning year
A NEW research report from Royal Life Saving Australia has depicted another tragic summer, showing drowning is a more persistent and traumatic issue than...
September 3, 2024
Barwon Water achieves full switch to renewables
BARWON Water's services are now being delivered by net-zero emissions electricity, a full year ahead of its 2025 target. In a major milestone, the organisation now...
September 3, 2024
Shire, VEC to host candidate information session
THE Surf Coast Shire will partner with the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) to host a free information session for aspiring local candidates. The event on...
September 1, 2024
Business community embrace genU Big Day Out
MORE than 300 people packed into the AWA Alliance Stadium in Geelong to help break down barriers for people with disability at the genU...
September 1, 2024
Danihers Drive to pass through Lorne and the Surf Coast
THE 8th annual Daniher's Drive will sweep through the Surf Coast this October as hundreds of people rally together to raise awareness and funds...
September 1, 2024
Reserve gets brightened up for summer
CAMPING at the Apollo Bay Recreation Reserve has been made cleaner, greener and safer just in time for a busy summer season. More than 40...
August 31, 2024
Local family to take over Lorne Bowls Club restaurant
TWO families from Lorne are aiming for the skies in their pursuit of culinary success at the Lorne Bowls Club. The Mclldowie and Holloway families...
August 31, 2024
Popular market to return this spring
WARRALILY'S spring market returns to Mirambeena Park in Armstrong Creek next weekend and promises to be a lively hub full of seasonal delights and...
August 30, 2024
Art to inspire at Youth Fest in Anglesea
THE Youth Fest Art Exhibition returns this weekend to showcase the artistic prowess of the region's young community. This year's exhibition begins this Sunday, September...
August 30, 2024
Callander to go for glory in major tournament
Bones MMA athlete Jaiven Callander will take to the mat in the biggest event of his young career this weekend. The 21-year-old Torquay resident will...
August 30, 2024
50 Year Storm called a no-go for 2024
FOR the seventh time in its eight-year history, the Bells Beach 50 Year Storm surfing event will be postponed, with the hope bigger swells...
August 30, 2024
Bis-Sport Breaky raises $14,000 for aspiring athletes
MORE than 300 people packed into the Presidents Room at GMHBA Stadium to help raise more than $14,000 for the Barwon Sports Academy at...
August 30, 2024
Festival celebrates 30,000th attendee
THE Geelong Small Business Festival has celebrated the 30,000th person to attend the annual business event by presenting them with a special Golden Ticket. Geelong...
August 30, 2024
Bells to fire for Hells Djarrak event
ANTICIPATION is reaching fever pitch for this weekend's Hells Djarrak multi-club invitational surfing event as good conditions beckon for the Surf Coast. More than 60...
August 28, 2024
Runner pays tribute to Anglesea local during 700km mission
A MELBOURNE athlete has passed through Anglesea on his 700km charity running mission to honour a special local close to his heart. Over the past...
August 28, 2024
Soft plastic trial brings positive benefits
HUNDREDS of residents have taken part in a soft plastic recycling trial over the past month, resulting in positive circular economy outcomes. The Surf Coast...
August 27, 2024
Lorne students rock Battle of the Bands
A TRIO of music students from Lorne P-12 College have made their mark by winning the "Come Together Battle of the Bands" contest. The talented...
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