Wednesday @ The Almanac


Barry Dickins, great favourite and friend of the Footy Almanac has passed away.
Adam Muyt presents his tribute to a true Roy Boy HERE

 

You will notice that the photos and illustrations have returned to our website. Thanks to James Demetrie of Diskman for his support over recent times, as we worked through the issues.

 

ROUND 18

Fremantle 15.21.111 d Sydney 10.13.73
Collingwood 13.11.89 d North Melbourne 12.13.85
St Kilda 13.9.87 d Port Adelaide 10.13.73
GWS 12.14.86 d Geelong 11.7.73
Carlton 6.3.39 d by Hawthorn 15.13.103
Adelaide 19.14.128 d Gold Coast 7.7.49
Western Bulldogs 13.8.86 d West Coast 9.16.70
Melbourne 16.15.111 d Richmond 9.11.65
Brisbane 22.17.149 d Essendon 8.11.59

ROUNDS 1-17

 

Register on the Almanac site and receive our e-newsletter.

 

You can contact editor John Harms directly:  [email protected]
Or sms: 0417 635030.

Twitter (or whatever it is): @thefootyalmanac   Facebook: The Footy Almanac

 

Copyright remains with individual authors and creators. Inquiries via email HERE.The opinions contained in posts are those of the author. They are not opinions of Malarkey Publications and www.footyalmanac.com.au

 

https://www.footyalmanac.com.au/59570-2/

Mud – In memory of Barry Dickins: RIP

July 14, 2026 by 34 Comments

Barry Dickins has sadly passed away. The Footy Almanac reprises a classic story Barry published on the site. RIP Barry Dickins.

Almanac Obituary: Barry Dickins – Bye Bye Royboy

July 14, 2026 by 4 Comments

Barry Dickins, a Melbourne cultural fixture for many years – renowned playwright, poet, writer, actor and all round good guy has passed away. Adam Muyt pays a fitting tribute to a much loved ‘Roy Boy’.

Almanac Life: When a picture tells about a thousand words

July 14, 2026 by 1 Comment

A photograph received from a family member recalled many childhood memories of growing up in Kwinana in WA in the early 1970s for Ian Wilson.

Almanac Footy Books: ‘The Panther Has Landed’ – David McCathie

July 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment

‘The Panther Has Landed’ by David McCathie is his account of the success story that was the Terrigal/Avoca Panthers FC during the years 1976 to 1999.

Almanac Footy: What’s Happening on the Glitter Strip? – The SUNS and the Gold Coast Sporting Puzzle.

July 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment

Using his decades long experience of involvement in the AFL system, Richard Griffiths recognises and discusses the many issues confronting AFL expansion club, the Gold Coast Suns, as to why success is proving difficult to achieve for the club in the Gold Coast region.

Round 19 – AFL Footy Fixture Season 2026: Who, where, and when

July 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment

Find out who, where, and when your team is playing in Round 19 of the AFL Season 2026.

Song of the Seagull

July 14, 2026 by 3 Comments

The MCG and seagulls feature in Damian Balassone’s poem, ‘Song of the Seagull’.

Round 18 – Western Bulldogs v West Coast: Limping Dogs claw to victory over lively Eagles.

July 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment

The Western Bulldogs received a fright from the improving West Coast to win by 16 points in their Round 18 match reports Kristian Cavallo.

Round 18 – Collingwood v North Melbourne: Three takeaways from the one that got away

July 13, 2026 by 1 Comment

On Friday night North Melbourne made a long awaited return to the marquee timeslot, but as Frank Licciardi reports, they found a way to let a win slip through their fingers.

Round 18 – Brisbane v Essendon: Dismal Dons destroyed

July 13, 2026 by 4 Comments

It is difficult to see where the Bombers go to from here after another humiliating loss in their Round 18 match against Brisbane.

Almanac Poetry: Oedipus on Theatrical Path

July 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment

This previously unpublished poem by Kevin Densley is about, among other things, how a photograph of a person can be so much more appealing than seeing them in real life. Also, the title riffs off a Sylvia Plath poem called ‘Electra on Azalea Path’.

Round 18 – Brisbane v Essendon: Foundation stones and bedrocks

July 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment

Shane Reid offers some Bob Dylan lines to contrast the inevitable longer term trajectories of the Lions and the Bombers. Meanwhile, Brisbane slips into the top four.

Almanac Teams: From premiership to wooden spoon

July 13, 2026 by 9 Comments

In his latest team Rodney Boyd selects players who played in a premiership team, but would then play in a team that won a wooden spoon.

Round 18 – GWS v Geelong: Decimated Cats overrun in thriller

July 12, 2026 by 2 Comments

Richard Griffiths reports on an extraordinary comeback victory by the Giants.

Round 18 – St Kilda v Port Adelaide: Saints reward their faithful

July 11, 2026 by 1 Comment

Ian Wilson made the trip from Ballarat to Marvel to join the hordes of long suffering Sainters. Putting his frustrations with the protected area rule to one side, he was pleased with a terrific effort by the Saints.

Almanac Life: The MCG – not just a sports ground

July 11, 2026 by 11 Comments

Last week, Stan Kluzek organised a train trip to Melbourne for a few of his mates to visit the MCG for a Walking Tour of the stadium, and a visit to the Sports Museum.

Almanac Cricket: The day Roma turned it on for the Pakistan cricket side

July 10, 2026 by 18 Comments

Barry Nicholls reflects on the Pakistan cricket team and their visit to Roma for a hard-fought day of cricket against a Queensland country eleven in 1972.

Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club – Recollections and Reflections (Part 8)

July 10, 2026 by 1 Comment

Richard Griffiths continues his account of his time with the Melbourne Football Club. 1996 marked a low point for both the club and Richard himself.

Almanac Music: ‘My Girl’ – Songs Referencing the Words ‘Girl’ and/or ‘Girls’

July 10, 2026 by 77 Comments

In this instalment of his long-running series on popular song themes, KD looks at songs that reference the words ‘girl’ and/or ‘girls’. As is always the case, readers’ contributions are warmly welcomed.

Sal’s Preview – Round 18: Row the Long Boat!

July 9, 2026 by Leave a Comment

According to Sal, the Socceroos have to bridge a particular skills gap before they can mix it with the elite countries. Meanwhile he offers his thoughts on the AFL’s Round 18 and the key races at Caulfield.