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.
December 2, 2024
The Good Human Factory visits Torquay
LOCAL surfing clubs have participated in a series of mental health workshops to help better equip its members with skills to manage stress and...
December 1, 2024
Community feast on local exhibition
A FIRST of its kind art exhibition at Torquay's Feast Studios has been met with huge community generosity and raised a significant amount for...
November 30, 2024
Newest Irish recruit arrives at the Cattery
GEELONG's lates Irish recruit Cillian Burke has touched down in Australia and wasted no time in visiting his new home at GMHBA Stadium. The talented...
November 29, 2024
United regroup ahead of clash with Flames
GEELONG United will be hoping to regroup quickly and get back on the winners list tomorrow (Saturday, November 30) against the Sydney Flames. United suffered...
November 29, 2024
Moloney selected in AFLW All Australian team
CATS star forward Aishling Moloney has been rewarded for her stellar season in the hoops by being included in the final 2024 AFLW All...
November 29, 2024
Cats load up in AFL Draft
GEELONG has added seven new faces to its list for the 2025 season after using all of its selections in the Telstra AFL Draft...
November 29, 2024
Authority ramps up feedback in Marengo
THE Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority is seeking community input on the design of a new access ramp at Marengo Beach. Engagement began...
November 29, 2024
Inaugural Suns senior coach revealed
The Surf Coast Suns has unveiled its senior football coach ahead of the club's historic entry to the Bellarine Football Netball League...
November 28, 2024
Honu Honi secure high commendation at Victorian Tourism Awards
SURF Coast surf camp operators Honu Honi have been recognised for their commitment to connecting people with the region and received statewide honours at...
November 28, 2024
Community recycle 3,000kg of toxic chemicals
ALMOST three tonnes of unwanted toxic chemicals were handed in by community members at the Detox Your Home event last month. The annual Surf Coast...
November 27, 2024
Music fundraiser to rip in for Ocean Mind
LOCAL therapeutic surf charity Ocean Mind is banding the local community together to rock out for a special cause this December. The organisation's inaugural Let...
November 27, 2024
Upgrades flows forward at Gellibrand water treatment plant
MORE reliable high-quality water will soon be available to Gellibrand residents, with upgrades well underway on the town's new water treatment plant. The $10 million...
November 26, 2024
Beach kinder helping to build STEM skills
RESEARCH from Deakin University has shown learning by the sea is helping kids grasp early science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) concepts. Dr Chris Speldewinde...
November 25, 2024
Wathaurong formally acquire cultural centre
THE Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative has today (Monday, November 25) formally acquired the former Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre. The Surf Coast Highway site will be known...
November 25, 2024
Lighthouse Classic to shine a light on those touched by cancer
ENTRIES are now open for the 2025 Lighthouse Classic, with the goal of raising $25,000 for the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute (FECRI). The January 5...
November 24, 2024
Lindsay locked in for 2025 Marsh AFL National Academy
A NEWTOWN & Chilwell junior headlines a 28-man squad selected in the 2025 Marsh AFL National Academy. 17-year-old rebounding defender Josh Lindsay will join players...
November 23, 2024
Local lifesavers excel at first Summer Sport event
THE Surf Coast and Bellarine's best lifesavers have topped the podium at the first carnival of the Life Saving Victoria Summer Sport series. Athletes from...
November 23, 2024
Cats confirm initial AFLW list changes
The Geelong Cats have confirmed its initial AFLW list changes to its 2025 playing squad, headlined by the departure of Irish defender Anna-Rose Kennedy. The...
November 22, 2024
Cats to open 2025 against reigning premiers
THE Geelong Cats will open the 2025 AFL season in a Preliminary Final rematch against the Brisbane Lions. Geelong will take on the reigning premiers at...
November 21, 2024
Police to be out in force during Schoolies
LOCAL police will have a strong visible presence during Schoolies, regardless of participant numbers dropping on the Surf Coast by 40 per cent since...
November 21, 2024
Dog’s day out at Chocolaterie
THE Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie turned into pooch paradise last weekend for the inaugural Dog Lover's Day. The event invited locals to celebrate their four-legged...
November 20, 2024
Authority to encourage beach mobility equipment use
COMMUNITY members and visitors of all abilities can try out a range of beach mobility equipment at a series of events this spring and...
November 20, 2024
Entries open for Danger Ocean Swim Series
ENTRIES are now open for one of the Australia's top swim events, the Danger Ocean Swim Series on the Surf Coast. The event will return...
November 20, 2024
Surf Coast Trek to celebrate 10 years
THE Surf Coast Trek will be returning for its 10th edition in 2025 and all eyes are on making it the most successful yet. The...
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