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 17, 2023
HAH Lorne Beach to host Fashion for the Planet event
HEALTH and Hire (HAH) Lorne Beach is hoping to kickstart a recyclable economy in the community by hosting their inaugural Fashion for the Planet...
September 17, 2023
TEMPO to revolutionise local dining
GEELONG's thriving culinary and hospitality landscape has been given a boost with the opening of TEMPO Kitchen and Bar, the latest addition to the...
September 16, 2023
Austins to continue food and wine intertwine
Austin's Wines is back this month with another fantastic restaurant resident who is sure to get locals licking their lips. This month, the illustrious winemakers...
September 16, 2023
GromSearch to launch at Jan Juc
MORE than 90 competitors will pull on the competition jersey this weekend at Jan Juc on Wadawurrung Country for the launch of the 2023...
September 16, 2023
Inspiring art to support Ukraine
A Torquay local is hoping to spread positivity and creativity throughout the local community by launching her own art masterclass series with a special...
September 16, 2023
Robinson fired up for Australian Boardriders Battle
A JAN JUC local and 2022/23 Championship Tour surfer will be hoping to lead the way for her home club this year in their...
September 15, 2023
Moloney to plant Geelong Nature Festival seed
Anticipation is rising for tonight's (Friday, September 15) launch of the Geelong Nature Festival, where attendees will be treated to a captivating presentation from...
September 15, 2023
Surf Coast ready for bucket list ultra event
A POPULAR local ultra marathon is gearing up for its 12th edition this Saturday, with more than 1,300 participants locked in to participate. The Surf...
September 14, 2023
Local siblings putting deaf swimming on the map
A PAIR of Geelong siblings made Australian history by becoming the first deaf brothers to represent their country at a Deaf World Swimming Championships...
September 14, 2023
St Therese host successful Specialist Spectacular
MORE than 200 members of the Surf Coast community turned out at St Therese Primary School last Thursday evening to celebrate its popular specialists...
September 13, 2023
McManus to lead R U OK? charge
A PASSIONATE local mental health advocate is encouraging the Greater Geelong community to speak up and have heartfelt conversations every day of the year,...
September 13, 2023
Torquay local to lead Legacy relay charge
A PROUD Torquay local will be leading the charge throughout the streets of Geelong during Legacy Centenary Torch Relay presented by Defence Health next...
September 13, 2023
Road upgrades to help locals travel safely
A SERIES of road safety works have now been completed to make it safer to walk, ride and drive in north Torquay. The works are...
September 12, 2023
Lifeline fundraiser inspires week of giving
LIFELINE Geelong South West Victoria says the $30,000 raised during their annual Giving Week will help to train up to 10 new crisis workers...
September 12, 2023
Lions stalwart announced as Local Heroes finalist
A GEELONG children's camp coordinator has been lauded for his tireless work in the community with 2023 Westfield Geelong Local Heroes finalist status. Lions Club...
September 12, 2023
Sou’West target back to back excellence awards
ONE of Torquay's favorite watering holes has achieved finalist status in two categories of the prestigious Australia Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) Hostplus Awards...
September 12, 2023
Forum to address unfinished refugee policies
THREE local community groups are looking to speak up about the "unfinished business in Australia's refugee policies" by hosting a special forum in Geelong. Bellarine...
September 11, 2023
Selwood to headline Geelong Mums breakfast fundraiser
GEELONG MUMS will welcome a Geelong Cats legend as their special guest for their Rise and Shine Business Breakfast next month. The October 27 event...
September 11, 2023
Rare native broad-tooted rats found in Otways
A CHUBBY-CHEEKED rare native species of rodent has been found in record numbers in the Otways. As part of the federal government's Wild Otways initiative,...
September 10, 2023
Cancer Council Victoria launch new bowel cancer campaign
Cancer Council has launched a new campaign urging all eligible Victorians aged 50-74 to participate in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. The Cancer Council...
September 9, 2023
Lifeline encourages locals to walk for suicide prevention
LIFELINE Geelong and South West Victoria is encouraging Surf Coast residents to rally together and walk nine kilometres this weekend to honour the nine...
September 9, 2023
Two Noble turning heads at historical site
GEELONG's historical culinary haven, the Saywers Arms Tavern has heralded a new era and opened an exciting fine dining experience just a short tip...
September 9, 2023
Ocean Mind hopeful of adding 100 new volunteers
THERAPEUTIC surfing charity Ocean Mind is looking for more volunteers to jump on board as heroes for their exciting spring/summer season. Back from winter hibernation,...
September 8, 2023
Exhibition to showcase Geelong’s industrial history
A fascinating local exhibition is tracing Geelong's ever-changing industrial identity by bringing together many of the historical elements which have shaped its past and...
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