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.
April 17, 2025
Rip Curl release Pro merchandise range
TOURQUAY surf giant Rip Curl has released its 2025 Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach merchandise and branding. The 2025 package is inspired by Rip Curl...
April 17, 2025
Turpel’s top tips for the Pro
AN "under the radar" Aussie and a powerful Hawaiian are World Surf League commentating maestro Joe Turpel's top tips for the 2025 Rip Curl...
April 17, 2025
Best mates locked and loaded for WSL Challenger Series
JAN Juc locals and best buddies Xavier Huxtable and Tully Wylie will this year travel the world together, just like they dreamed of when...
April 17, 2025
Meet your favourite surfers
SURF fans can meet their favourite surfing stars at a series of athlete signings and meet and greets this Easter weekend. The Rusty surf team...
April 17, 2025
Local shaper shifts board for book
THE three-decade shaping journey of renowned local surfboard shaper and multidisciplinary artist Sergio Gomez has been put to paper for the first time. Shape Shifter...
April 16, 2025
Plover breeding at a high
TEN hooded plovers have successfully fledged across the Surf Coast region in the last six months, the highest number in recent history. The Great Ocean...
April 15, 2025
Local pair win Rip Curl Pro Trials
THE ultimate dream has come true for a Jan Juc pair who will surf against the world’s best at this year’s 2025 Rip Curl...
April 15, 2025
Badges on for Anzac Day
TORQUAY RSL volunteers will be out in force over the next fortnight selling badges as part of the Anzac Appeal. More than 20 local volunteers...
April 14, 2025
“I’m so proud of everyone” Huxtable reflects on huge ABB result
TORQUAY surfer Xavier Huxtable says “proud” is an understatement following Torquay Boardriders runner-up finish at the Australian Boardriders Battle National Final. Huxtable took out the...
April 14, 2025
Vote for the Surf Coast Arts Trail
THE Surf Coast community is being called upon to help the Surf Coast Arts Trail win a prestigious national honour. The much-loved event is one...
April 14, 2025
Stone and Wood partner with WSL
ICE-cold beers will be served up next to all the surfing action at this year's Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. The World Surf League has...
April 14, 2025
Juc ready for Bells parking mecca
THE Jan Juc Cricket Club is preparing their signage, flags and cones ahead of this year's Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach. A team of more...
April 13, 2025
Popular show to swell up in Torquay
HIGH energy is ensured when popular panel show Ain't That Swell surfs into the Torquay Hotel next week. Vaughan Blakey and Jed Smith will be...
April 13, 2025
Local shaper shifts board for books
THE three-decade shaping journey of renowned local surfboard shaper and multidisciplinary artist Sergio Gomez has been put to paper for the first time. Shape Shifter...
April 13, 2025
Barwon Heads junior named first Team NAB Auskicker
A BARWON Heads footballer has been named the first Team NAB AFL Auskick recruit for this year. Six-year-old Charlie Smart will have the opportunity to...
April 11, 2025
Local surfers prepare for Bells wildcard chance
MORE than 30 of the state's top surfers will battle it out for the ultimate prize next week: a spot in the Rip Curl...
April 10, 2025
United ready for double-header
GEELONG United has their sights set on securing two big wins over the coming few nights of NBL1 South action. United will head away to...
April 10, 2025
Gilmore locked in for Bells luncheon
TORQUAY Boardriders has locked in a major surfing superstar as a special guest for its Easter Luncheon next week. Stephanie Gilmore will take to the...
April 8, 2025
Dunstan pledges $1.3 million to mobile upgrades
THE COALITION will put $1.3 million towards mobile tower upgrades across the Corangamite electorate if it wins next month's federal election. Liberal candidate for Corangamite...
April 8, 2025
Thousands to ride for a cause
MORE than 3,000 people will put pedal to the metal next weekend and compete in the Great Ocean and Otway Classic Ride. Recreational cyclists will...
April 7, 2025
Kinder spots to open on the Surf Coast
APPLICATIONS for next year's programs at Surf Coast Shire-run kindergartens will open on Monday, April 7. Families can apply for three-year-old and four-year old programs...
April 7, 2025
Water restrictions for Apollo Bay, neighbouring towns
STAGE two water restrictions will be introduced in Apollo Bay, Marengo and Skenes Creek from Monday, April 7. In response to dry conditions, Barwon Water...
April 6, 2025
More time for books at Armstrong Creek Library
AN INNOVATIVE new service will help locals access the Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library outside of staffed hours. The Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation is launching its...
April 6, 2025
Torquay ready for Australian Boardriders Battle
TORQUAY Boardriders has received a call-up for the Australian Boardriders Battle and is ready to make it count. After making the final of the national...
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