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.
July 9, 2025
Torquay duo complete marathon trek for charity
A TORQUAY mother and daughter duo has completed a 1,400km trek along Australia's east coast in memory of their beloved father and husband Philip...
July 8, 2025
Search continues for missing Torquay man
LOCAL police are appealing for public assistance to help find a missing Torquay local. 58-year-old man Harvey was last seen on Koomeela Rise in Torquay...
July 8, 2025
Grants to create a fairer Geelong community
THE Give Where You Live Foundation is distributing more than $495,000 in grant funding to 23 local organisations working to create a fairer local...
July 7, 2025
Expanded drought support available for local farmers
FARMERS across the Geelong regopn are facing increasing pressure as dry conditions continue to bite. In response, the Victorian government has announced a $67.2 million...
July 7, 2025
Anglesea Community Bank celebrates 20 years in town
TWENTY years have passed since the Anglesea Community Bank opened its doors, a milestone that reflects the town's enduring belief in the power of...
July 7, 2025
World-first product safety standards to save babies’ lives
AUSTRALIA has launched world-first product safety standard aimed at helping parents reduce infant mortality rates due to Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI) and...
July 6, 2025
Bones go big
A PAIR of Torquay locals have brought home the gold from the WBC Amazing Muay Thai World Festival in Verona, Italy. Bones MMA co-owner Lani...
July 5, 2025
Zayli’s game delivers fundraising boost
THE broader Surf Coast community banded together on the weekend for Zayli's Game, raising over $4,400 for the Torquay youngster and her family. The Surfcoast...
July 4, 2025
Nominations open for community heroes
A NEW community arts project is set to shine a light on the unsung volunteers of the Surf Coast community. Launched by local resident and...
July 2, 2025
Rural roadshow to support local farmers
WINCHELSEA and district farmers and local residents are encouraged to attend a free event offering an insight into life beyond the farm. The Healthy, Wealthy...
July 1, 2025
Whale washes up near Great Ocean Road
A 10 metre juvenile humpback whale carcass has washed up off Carisbrook Creek, Wongarra between Kennett River and Skenes Creek, leading to advice being...
July 1, 2025
Australian classics with Kate Ceberano
AUSTRALIAN musical icon Kate Ceberano will be bringing her powerhouse vocals to Geelong early next month. Ceberano will be playing at the Geelong Art's Centre's...
July 1, 2025
Local umpire levels up
A MOUNT Duneed local is one step closer to his dream of becoming an AFL umpire following his selection in the state development team. Tom...
July 1, 2025
AFL Barwon fly into new partnership
AFL Barwon has locked in a new partnership with Geelong waxing and spray tan salon Brazilian Butterfly. Brazilian Butterfly will have the naming rights for...
June 30, 2025
Surf Coast to light up for trail marathon
MORE than 1,000 people are expected to lace up their runners and compete in the Anglesea Trail Running Race. The July 6 event will see...
June 29, 2025
Sprinkles of happiness at Alonso’s
ANGLESEA has a new must-stop donut shop and its sweet sprinkles of joy are sure to light up the appetite of anyone who walks...
June 29, 2025
National Wool Museum celebrate sustainable fashion innovation
A SYDNEY designer has been crowned the winner of Geelong's $10,000 We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize. Shiva Yousefpour was awarded top honours for her...
June 29, 2025
Cats to move forward after Lions defeat
GEELONG Cats coach Chris Scott said his side won't be dwelling too long on last Friday's loss to the Brisbane Lions. The Cats went down...
June 29, 2025
Lipson helps deliver skating success
TORQUAY physiotherapist Holly Lipson has helped Australia kickflip their way to the top at the Skate Street World Cup in Rome. During the week-long event,...
June 29, 2025
Libbis celebrates 50 years of service
TORQUAY local Greg Libbis is hanging up the suit and tie in pursuit of the caravanning life after 50 years working at the same...
June 27, 2025
Anderson to make long-awaited return for Torquay
TORQUAY Tigers gun forward Lucas Anderson will play his first game in more than 400 days tomorrow (Saturday, June 28) against Portarlington. The 2023 Les...
June 27, 2025
Avoid mid-life crisis with a simple eye check
A NEW national survey has revealed many Australians aged 35-50 are struggling with blurry or unclear vision during everyday tasks. The vast majority remain unaware...
June 27, 2025
Winter on the water
SURF Coast Longboarders will band the community together for a good cause next weekend as it hosts its annual Winter Classic. The event on July...
June 26, 2025
Torquay rower earns Hall of Fame honour
A TORQUAY surf rower has become just the third member from her local club to be inducted into the Victorian Surf Rowers League Hall...
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