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.
May 20, 2023
The Creek open new gallery inside historical site
While the industrial steel and metal sculptures are the ones that instantly draw attention, there is more to see at The Creek Gallery and...
May 19, 2023
Torquay Hotel lauded for entertainment excellence
THE Torquay Hotel’s stellar reputation has received another boost after being awarded the Best Live Entertainment Venue in the state at the 2023 Australian...
May 18, 2023
Mother’s Day Lunch reaches new fundraising heights
GEELONG Mums have raised a whopping $206,000 at the tenth anniversary of its popular Geelong Mums Mother's Day Lunch presented by Community Care Chemist. Hosted...
May 18, 2023
Takle and Webb claim state SUP titles
JAN JUC's Matt Takle and Torquay's Emma Webb have again risen to the top at the Victorian SUP Titles, winning the open men's and...
May 18, 2023
Record numbers turn out for Shifty Fifty on the Surf Coast
MORE than 370 people shifted their bikes into gear for the third annual Shifty Fifty event which helped raise over $10,000 for the Surf...
May 17, 2023
Falls cancelled for 2024
THE Falls Festival will not ring in 2024 with organisers announcing the national New Year's event will take a year off to...
May 17, 2023
Prestigious event to celebrate 10th anniversary
THE Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles presented by Rip Curl, will return later this month to Djarrak/Bells Beach to celebrate its 10th anniversary. Recognised as one...
May 16, 2023
Danielle Laidley to headline Geelong IDAHOBIT event
FORMER AFL footballer and North Melbourne Kangaroos senior coach Danielle Laidley will headline a special Geelong IDAHOBIT (International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia and...
May 15, 2023
Locals to join arms and walk to Conquer the Corrugations
COMMUNITY Bank Surf Coast board member Charlie Earle is set to lead the charge in the inaugural Victorian Conquer the Corrugations event, which aims...
May 14, 2023
Lorne features on travel show
POPULAR Channel 9 travel program Postcards has taken a trip down to the stunning Lorne this week to unearth the best in dining, entertainment...
May 14, 2023
Rip Curl run first virtual surf pro retrospectively
RIP CURL is reaching new heights in the surf industry with the introduction of the world's first virtual surfing competition presented by Tourism Fiji. Thanks...
May 13, 2023
Staying bright in life with Amitié
TUCKED away on Beach Road, Torquay, a community of sewers and quilters catch up while working on textile creations in a shop filled with...
May 13, 2023
Goodwin showcases Australia’s thriving music scene in new exhibition
Geelong music and arts photographer Lucinda Goodwin's immersive exhibition Retrospect 001 is an exclusive look into Australia's thriving music scene, showcasing imagery from more...
May 11, 2023
Cats fans set to sail
PORT Phillip Ferries' popular 'Footy Ferries' are back for tomorrow night's game between the Geelong Cats and the Richmond Tigers at the MCG. Footy fans...
May 11, 2023
Surf Coast to get bikes shifting for fifty
BICYCLE riders from across the state will put their foot to the pedal this weekend in the Surf Coast Shifty Fifty, a unique and...
May 10, 2023
Celebrating the centenary
MORE than 80 locals have come together to toast a century of cherished memories at the Modewarre Memorial Hall, a facility that is affectionally...
May 9, 2023
Stella showing lands Tiger in national squad
TORQUAY TIGERS footballer Stella Huxtable has been selected in the 2023 Under 16 AFLW All-Australian team after a fantastic showing at the national championships...
May 9, 2023
Locals nominated in state sport awards
THE Anglesea SLSC and head coach Christine Cardwell lead the way as finalists for the 2022 Victorian Sports Awards which celebrate the achievements of...
May 9, 2023
Local girls charge towards future
A GROUP of Year 9 Surf Coast Secondary College students are the latest to graduate from the Girl in Charge program, a Victorian Police-run...
May 7, 2023
City unveil Wadawurrung names for Armstrong Creek facilities
THE City of Greater Geelong has unveiled two new Wadawurrung names for the Armstrong Creek Library and Mount Duneed Community Hub. The City has approved...
May 7, 2023
Football for all
THE first weekend of the AFL Barwon All-Abilities Football League has sailed right through the goals, with the four participating teams beaming with excitement...
May 6, 2023
Styling interiors, one piece at a time
ONE of Geelong’s most trusted design and styling businesses, Livingetc, is continuing to bring client’s dream spaces to life with its products, expertise and...
May 6, 2023
Medicine dispensing to double
The federal government has announced it will double the amount of medicine a pharmacy can dispense to a patient, pushing it up to 60...
May 5, 2023
Laying solid foundations
GEELONG Business Excellence Awards’ (GBEA) 2023 Hall of Fame member Crew Faced Makeup Artistry continues to offer an inclusive platform in the creative industry...
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