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 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...
June 30, 2022
Bells Beach 50 Year Storm chats: Jordie Campbell
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...
June 29, 2022
Geelong documentary Off Country to be screened during NAIDOC Week
NATIONAL Indigenous Television (NITV) and SBS are set to celebrate NAIDOC Week in a big way this year with new shows and programs showcasing...
June 26, 2022
Hells Bells postponed due to lack of swell
THE ocean was relatively quiet over the weekend, resulting in Torquay Boardriders Club's Hells Bells event being postponed. On Friday, one day out from the...
June 26, 2022
Inclusive sailing program seeks volunteers
A NOT-for-profit organisation supporting people with disabilities and those at a disadvantage to set sail is coming to Geelong, and is looking for helpers...
June 25, 2022
A charitable night of laughs with Samuel Johnson
The community can get to know Gold Logie-winning actor and 2018 Victorian Australian of the Year Samuel Johnson as he hosts “An Evening with...
June 25, 2022
Two Sparrow are on a mission to build a sustainable future
Born out of a will to make the world a better and less polluted place, Torquay-based activewear, swimwear and apparel brand Two Sparrow is...
June 23, 2022
Camilleri and The Black Sorrows ready to rock The Sands
The Sands in Torquay is becoming a coastal haven for locals and visitors to the Surf Coast, with outstanding music, beautiful food, and picturesque...
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