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.
November 4, 2023
Tradies Challenge rides URBNSURF waves
AUSTRALIA'S best surfing tradies put their tools down at the weekend for the WorkSafe Tradies Challenge at URBNSURF. Sunday's competition saw more than 50 competitors...
November 4, 2023
Surf Coast CWA deliver boost to Geelong Mums
THE Surf Coast Country Women's Association (CWA) has provided a huge boost to Geelong Mums by donating 10 highchairs. The donation will allow Geelong Mums...
November 3, 2023
Doctor braves the shave for kids
LAKE IMAGING is encouraging the local community to throw their support behind one of their own radiologists who will be shaving his head to...
November 3, 2023
Torquay Coast celebrate five-star rating
TORQUAY Coast Primary School has celebrated their five-star environmental certification from Sustainability Victoria with a special climate action celebration event. Last Friday's event saw pupils...
November 3, 2023
Mirambeena Park to come to life for Warralily Market
THOUSANDS of locals are slated to get into the festive spirit this weekend at Mirambeena Park for the November edition of the Warralily Market. Saturday's...
November 2, 2023
Lorne Market to return
THE Lorne Foreshore will come to life this weekend when the popular Lorne Market series returns for its 2023-24 season. Saturday's event will feature more...
November 2, 2023
Owusu wins Best Musician crown at Music Victoria Awards
TORQUAY musician Immy Owusu has achieved his biggest professional feat to date and been crowned Music Victoria’s 2023 Best Musician. The African music and psych...
October 31, 2023
Barwon Club vying for state honours
THE Barwon Club Hotel has been lauded for its music and venue excellence, named as a finalist in this year’s Music Victoria Awards. The Moorabool...
October 30, 2023
GNL superstar to return to Ocean Grove
OCEAN GROVE’s pursuit of back-to-back A Grade netball premierships has received a huge boost with three-time GNL A grade league best and fairest Zanna...
October 30, 2023
Bellarine women’s squad to storm championship division
THE BELLARINE Storm senior women's team will be moving up into the Championship Women's competition in 2024. The move is seen as a "vote in...
October 28, 2023
House to deliver health for Geelong community
BARWON Health Foundation's single biggest fundraising activity in its 21-year history is underway. The blueprint of the House4Health, which is a four-bedroom Hamlan Home on...
October 27, 2023
Odigie re-signs for 2024 season
AFTER sustaining a serious injury which derailed his 2023 season, Owen Odigie can't wait for the 2024 NBL1 season to get started. The experienced forward...
October 27, 2023
Australia’s best dazzle at Rip Curl GromSearch National Final
SIX new national champions were crowned at the Rip Curl GromSearch National Final at URBNSURF earlier this week. Monday's event saw 72 of the country's...
October 27, 2023
Doyle secures heavyweight crown
ANGLESEA'S Ryan Doyle says he's feeling "on top of the world" after becoming the WBC Muay Thai State Heavyweight Champion. The Bones MMA fighter defeated...
October 26, 2023
Detox your home and reduce fire risk this summer season
SUSTAINABILITY Victoria is encouraging Torquay residents to prepare for bushfire season by thinking about any flammable chemicals or other toxic materials in their shed...
October 26, 2023
State team set for national titles on home soil
A STAR-STUDDED lineup of local athletes will represent the state at the Australian Junior Surfing Titles on home soil in Victoria next month. A baker's...
October 26, 2023
Captain for a Cause to support Ukraine
A PASSIONATE Geelong local is leading the charge this weekend at a community event with a cause very close to his heart. In conjunction with...
October 26, 2023
Cats aim to tame Tigers in big AFLW clash
THE Geelong Cats' season hangs in the balance with only two matches remaining in the AFL season. With a spot in the top eight on...
October 25, 2023
New partnership to raise awareness of coward punches
SURFING Victoria has launched a new partnership with Danny Green's Stop the Coward Punch Campaign to help raise awareness of coward punch attacks along...
October 25, 2023
headspace to amplify young voices at Q and A event
HEADSPACE centres in Geelong and Corio are inviting local service providers and clinicians to attend a Q and A panel event directed at empowering...
October 25, 2023
What We Heard report released for Taylor Park
WORKS to consolidate conversation areas and create safer and more accessible spaces are on the way for Taylor Park, following the release of the...
October 24, 2023
Queens of the Stone Age to headline Torquay Common festival
INTERNATIONAL rock icons Queens of the Stone Age will be headlining the LOOKOUT Festival in Torquay in Feburary 2024. The American rockers will be heading...
October 24, 2023
Anglesea local honoured for selfless community service
AN ANGLESEA local has received a special gift from a local family as a token of appreciation for looking after their loved one during...
October 23, 2023
New play space promises fun times for all
THE latest development plans for the Winchelsea Adventure Play Space promise plenty of exciting elements to stimulate and delight people of all ages. The Surf...
