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.
March 2, 2026
Aquaculture waste could power Australia’s next wellness export
SALMON skin and mussel waste could soon play a role in Australia's booming health and cosmetics industries, under a new partnership between Deakin University...
March 1, 2026
Considine, Conroy take out titles at Phillip Island
WORLD Longboard Tour competitors Ben Considine and Bea Conroy have reigned supreme in Round 1 of the Victorian Longboard Titles at Phillip Island. The local...
March 1, 2026
Riv on the Record: Stu Mackenzie (frontman of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by mega-superstar musician Stu Mackenzie from King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Spin it! You...
February 28, 2026
Bowls delivers fundraising boost to food relief
MORE households in Anglesea and Aireys Inlet will receive food support following the success of the Anglesea Bowls Twilight League. The fundraising initiative at the...
February 27, 2026
Flood clean-up leaves cars offshore
At least four vehicles remain in the ocean near the Cumberland River, with authorities still assessing what can be done to remove them and...
February 27, 2026
International violinist set for Bellarine debut
SLOVENIAN musical superstar Maja Savnik will join fellow local musical luminaries at an intimate concert at the Barwon Heads Art Hub next week. The globally...
February 27, 2026
Huxtable to lead local surf talent
JAN JUC surfer Xavier Huxtable is confident he has what it takes to go back-to-back at the Phillip Island Pro. The 23-year-old dominated the event...
February 27, 2026
Local duo to make pro fight debut
A pair of Torquay residents will hit the mat for their professional fight debuts this weekend in Melbourne. WBC Amazing Muay Thai World Festival champion...
February 26, 2026
Lorne turns pink for a top cause
The Lorne Cricket Club has posted its best fundraising result ever from its annual Pink Stumps Day, with close to $6,000 raised for the...
February 25, 2026
Nominations open for Westfield Local Heroes
THE community is being called up to cast their vote for an everyday hero making a difference in Geelong and surrounds. Nominations for the Westfield...
February 25, 2026
Torquay’s McGowan continues the fight with spirit
A BRAVE Surf Coast is battling serious illness but continues to approach her time at the Royal Children's Hospital with strength and perseverance. 17-year-old Scarlett...
February 24, 2026
Top chefs prepare for Geelong’s Longest Lunch
GEELONG'S top chefs will be showcasing the very best local produce at this year's Geelong's Longest Lunch. Set against the stunning backdrop of Transvaal Square...
February 23, 2026
Local pair make high performance surfing squad
JAN JUC'S Xavier Huxtable and Barwon Heads surfer Ellie Harrison are among the fine crop of Australian surfers who will feature in a new...
February 21, 2026
Riv on the Record – Lucinda Goodwin (music photographer)
THIS week I had the great pleasure of being joined by award-winning local photographer Lucinda Goodwin. Spin it! Every photographer remembers the first gig that...
February 20, 2026
Loggers prepare for state showdown
MORE than 15 surfers from the Surf Coast and Bellarine are set to represent the region with pride at the 2026 Victorian Longboard Titles...
February 20, 2026
Summer rolls on for Ocean Alley
AUSTRALIAN rockers Ocean Alley are rolling into Torquay next month to headline SummerSalt for the first time. The surf-loving six piece will be taking over...
February 19, 2026
Lookout delights Torquay
Thousands of people flocked to Torquay Common at the weekend for the return of Lookout Festival. The sun was shining and vibes were high throughout...
February 19, 2026
Geelong businesses swing into action for charity
More than $100,000 will be invested in creating a fairer Geelong community thanks to the success of the Give Where You Live Foundation e&s...
February 19, 2026
Local rowers shine at ASRL Open
A dozen surf boat crews from the Bellarine and Surf Coast represented Victoria with pride at the Australian Surf Rowers League (ASRL) Open at...
February 17, 2026
Surf Coasters urged to join clean-up mission
THE Surf Coast community is being invited to make a visible difference to their town by taking part in Clean Up Australia Day. Residents, schools,...
February 17, 2026
Horan to slide for his mate
LOCAL police sergeant Mathew Horan will slide into the ice this May in honour of a close mate battling Motor Neuron Disease (MND). Horan will...
February 17, 2026
Life saving equipment restored in Jan Juc
LOCALS and tourists alike will be able to access life-saving equipment once again at Jan Juc Beach. A 24/7 accessible automated external defribillator (AED) has...
February 16, 2026
Torquay crowned as world’s best boardriders club
TORQUAY Boardriders has achieved its biggest feat in its near 50-year history, becoming the world's best surf riding club for the first time. The local...
February 15, 2026
AFLW coaching panel finalised
GEELONG has added two new faces to their assistant coaching ranks for this year's AFLW season. Two-time premiership assistant coach Ryan Pendlebury and former Cats...
