A beauty from Glen Natalier; memories of tennis in the Lockyer Valley [One of the kids in the photograph c1948 is Cecil Logan, my (late) uncle. He was as big a character as Uncle Stan. Glen Natalier, is a former teaching colleague of mine – he grew up on the farm just up the road from my grandparents’ spud and watermelon farm. You haven’t played tennis until you’ve played on antbed – JTH]
Almanac Poetry: ‘Woodcutting’ – Tommy Mallet
February 19, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Working in the bush can be tough but a change of weather is welcome as Tommy Mallet’s poem ‘Woodcutting’ suggests.
The Day I Met Dick
February 18, 2021 by 8 Comments
In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s amazing who you might bump into. Warren Tapner picked out someone significant – to say the least!
Almanac Rugby League – All Stars 2021: Indigenous v Maori
February 18, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The annual All Stars Indigenous v Maori clashes for both men and women take place in Townsville on Saturday, the first significant matches for the code in the new year. Read previews and check out the teams.
Falling, flapping, away from the nest
February 18, 2021 by 8 Comments
It’s moving on time for Paddy Grindlay – from home to the city, from teenager to what comes next, all in this still uncertain age of Covid. It’s enough to exercise a young man’s mind.
‘The Surrey Boys – among Beechworth’s sporting elite…’ by KB Hill
February 18, 2021 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill profiles the Surrey clan from up Beechworth way. Philip and his sons Brendan and Kayde have been wonderful servants of their home teams for many years.
Almanac Tennis: The last Aussie champ
February 17, 2021 by 3 Comments
With Ash Barty’s defeat this afternoon, can you remember the last Australian to win an Australian Open singles title?
Almanac Footy History: Round 1 1971
February 17, 2021 by 14 Comments
Victoria and its footy comp looked very different 50 years ago. In anticipation of the 2021 season, Glen! takes a look back to Round 1 of the 1971 VFL season. (Some notable debuts here – Ed).
Almanac Music (and Beer): Southwark Bitter – another view
February 17, 2021 by 6 Comments
Liam Hauser has never tasted Southwark Bitter, but that didn’t mean Mickey Randall’s earlier piece didn’t hit quite a few 1980’s musical buttons, as well as a family artistic connection.
Almanac Art: Collingwood FC 1902 VFL Grand Final, MCG by DJ Williams
February 17, 2021 by 1 Comment
DJ Williams captures a crucial moment in Collingwood FC history: the 3/4 time huddle during the 1902 VFL Grand Final, as the club contemplates winning its first VFL premiership.
Almanac Beer: Southwark Bitter
February 16, 2021 by 18 Comments
Mickey Randall presents his considered thoughts about Southwark Bitter.
Almanac Football History: Fitzroy’s last finals series, the fabulous 1986 season
February 16, 2021 by 14 Comments
Following on from his recent look back at 1984, Phillip Mendes revists what was to be the final VFL/AFL finals series for the Roys; 1986. From the smashing of the ’85 premiers to the retirement of Superboot, it was a momentous year.
Almanac Music: ‘How does your Garden Grow’ – Mountain Grey
February 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
Some great sounds from the Otways featuring the Mountain Grey Band and a track from their new CD, ‘Riverstone Suite’.
Almanac Poetry: Mister Vernacular
February 16, 2021 by 11 Comments
In this week’s poem, Kevin Densley deals with a range of colourful expressions, many of Australian origin.
Almanac Book Review: Crimmo by Dan Eddy
February 15, 2021 by 6 Comments
Grant Fraser has written a heartfelt recollection of the little blond rover who remains always in the hearts of Hawthorn, prompted by Dan Eddy’s recent book ‘Crimmo’.
Almanac Teams: Hit for Six (1980- )
February 15, 2021 by 5 Comments
Rodney Boyd moves from Number 5 to 6 this week; this side has a few players called on to play extra roles during a game.
The Pig-Headed President
February 14, 2021 by 4 Comments
Hubris reflects downfall in Damian Balassone’s topical poem, ‘The Pig-Headed President’.
Almanac Life: Two blokes walk into a pub (Part 2)
February 12, 2021 by 9 Comments
Continuing on from Kevin Densley’s piece this morning, Roger Lowrey gives his side of the summit at the Petrel Hotel in Geelong. (Is this an Almanac version of Rashomon? – Ed)
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