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 24, 2022
Chamber website to improve member and business experience
FOR 169 years the Geelong Chamber of Commerce has been a driving force behind the growth of our region and are one of the...
July 22, 2022
Anglesea to honour Pride
THE Anglesea women’s football team will add a splash of colour to their jumpers this weekend as they celebrate the second annual Pride Cup. This...
July 22, 2022
Bomboras set for a revamp
ONE of Torquay’s favourite food and entertainment hubs is set for a makeover, utilising the winter break as a time to refresh and kickstart...
July 22, 2022
Surf Coast Women in Business to shine a light on wellbeing
THE Surf Coast Women in Business Community will hold a special wellbeing session to shine a light on prioritising self-care. The 'Prioritise Your Wellbeing' session...
July 21, 2022
Sou’West crowned Victorian Tourism Venue of the Year.
ONE of Torquay's favourite watering holes has been honoured with the title of Tourism Restaurant at the Australia Restaurant & Catering Australia (R&CA) Awards...
July 18, 2022
Partnership to boost mental health and social connection
SURFING Victoria will deliver a Stand Up Paddleboarding program to support the mental wellbeing of young people by providing opportunities to reconnect with friends,...
July 18, 2022
The Surf Coast Wonder Girl
ANGLESEA’S Tahlia Walsh is on a mission to make the world a better place through advocacy for animals, the environment, and her community. After raising...
July 17, 2022
The Good Human Factory is coming to Torquay
WORLD qualifying series surfer and Good Human Factory founder Cooper Chapman will share his insights for a healthy mind at a workshop in Torquay...
July 17, 2022
Paralympic gold medallist to headline sporting fundraiser
THE Barwon Sports Academy will continue to help aspiring athletes across the region chase their sporting dreams thanks to next month’s Bis-Sport Breakfast fundraiser. The...
July 17, 2022
The Sands to source local for new menu
COASTAL haven The Sands Torquay has released a new breakfast and all-day grazing menu that showcases local producers and the delicious foods available in...
July 15, 2022
GromSearch to return to its birthplace
THE RIP CURL GromSearch series is set to hit the water again at Jan Juc. The event series will kick off at Jan Juc on...
July 15, 2022
Bells Beach 50 Year Storm chats: Jack Perry
IN THE lead-up to the Bells Beach 50-Year Storm in memory of local surfer Shaun Brooks, the Times News Group will be catching up...
July 11, 2022
The Sands: A golfer’s paradise
THE Sands Torquay not only is a hub for live music, fine dining, and luxury accommodation, but has also staked its claim as having...
July 10, 2022
Danger signs at star’s homecoming clinic
THE Anglesea Football Netball Club welcomed Brownlow Medallist Patrick Dangerfield home to Ellimatta Reserve as the Geelong superstar delivered a special footy clinic. As part...
July 9, 2022
Lions provide skin check on wheels
THE Torquay Lions Club have bought a free skin check and awareness unit to Torquay to give residents the chance to get on top...
July 9, 2022
Crowds flock to Love Your Sister fundraisers
SAMUEL Johnson has wrapped up two successful events in the Geelong region as part of his cancer charity Love Your Sister’s fundraising campaign, raising...
July 7, 2022
50-Year Storm chats: Tim Stevenson
IN THE lead-up to the Bells Beach 50 Year Storm in memory of local surfer Shaun Brooks, the Times News Group will be catching...
July 7, 2022
Get the right coaching direction
ONE business wants to put a stop to the scamming of hundreds of Australians that are getting ripped off by people calling themselves a...
July 5, 2022
Driving The Sands forward
The Sands Torquay continue to progress and innovate a bright future under new ownership, hiring experienced chef Bevan Vahland to spearhead local flavours in...
July 1, 2022
Women’s Roos hop to the top
THE Anglesea Kangaroos women’s football side are hopping towards another finals berth as they sit atop of the divisional ladder as the pointy end...
July 1, 2022
Old Mal Titles deliver at Possos
THE best longboard surfers in the state were greeted with pristine conditions at Point Impossible beach over the weekend for the yearly running of...
July 1, 2022
A showcase of superb winter shiraz
Wine lovers are encouraged to get their tickets fast for the highly anticipated annual Winter Shiraz Festival – a celebration of Geelong Shiraz. The wine...
June 30, 2022
Todd Sampson to headline Geelong Small Business Festival
INSPIRING businessman, adventurer, television presenter and award-winning documentary-maker Todd Sampson will headline the Geelong Small Business Festival at the The Pier Geelong in August. The...
June 30, 2022
Anglesea group sews with purpose
VOLUNTEERING their time to make a difference in the community, the Sewing with a Purpose group out of the Anglesea Community House are motivated...
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