Take yourself back to the First Test from 2013-14.
Almanac Footy Memoir: A Bomber Life
November 23, 2017 by 4 Comments
Keith Richards remembers childhood days barracking for the Bombers.
The Ashes 2017/18 – First Test, The Gabba: Call For Writers
November 22, 2017 by 9 Comments
Calling all writers for the Gabba Test. Pick a day to cover; let’s cover this first Ashes Test in the true Almanac spirit.
Kevin Sheehan’s Top 40 2017 AFL Draft Prospects
November 22, 2017 by 2 Comments
In preparation for this Friday’s Draft, the AFL has provided us with profiles of Kevin Sheehan’s top 40 prospects.
Almanac Racing – Dunkeld: Pat Scala’s superb photo from Cup Day, 2017
November 19, 2017 by 4 Comments
A superb photo. Thanks to Pat Scala and Racing Photos.
Almanac (Vocational) Life: A terrific opportunity at Malarkey
November 16, 2017 by 4 Comments
It’s a bit different at the Almanac. But that may just be its appeal. This role will be extremely rewarding for the person who has a complementary outlook and approach.
Almanac Lunch – The Odd Friday Lunch with Phil Cleary (Nov 17)
November 14, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Phil Cleary has had an interesting life in footy, media, and politics. He is a fine wordsmith and is always a tremendous lunch guest. Join him this Friday with Perc at the North Fitzroy Arms.
How the West was One: Memoirs of Melbourne’s Western Suburbs (just released and launched)
November 13, 2017 by 3 Comments
Check out this terrific new collection of stories from people who grew up in the western suburbs. [This is an outline by one of the editors Karyn Howie, includes links to reviews.]
Almanac Footy Analysis: A short history of the Richmond Castle
November 10, 2017 by 2 Comments
Interesting Grand Final analysis from Ted Hopkins, famous footballer, and champion thinker.
Robert Walls in the 1987 Grand Final – A Coaching Master Class
November 8, 2017 by 3 Comments
Miles Wilks recently re-watched all four 1987 matchups between Carlton and Hawthorn, resulting in these sharp observations about the tactical nous of Robert Walls.
The Boxing Journey Of Willie Perez by KB Hill
November 4, 2017 by 2 Comments
KB Hill introduces us to Willie Perez, who commenced his boxing career in Madrid as a teenager, rising up the ranks before eventually settling in Wangaratta.
Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch (Nov 6): Nail that trifecta
November 2, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch with the usual suspects Greg Carpenter and Robbie Griffiths. Always fun. We need your input for the Almanac trifecta.
Vinnie’s Dreams Come True
November 1, 2017 by 1 Comment
KB Hill profiles Wangaratta identity and keen Tigers fan, Vinnie Constantino, accompanied by some classic fan photos, including one of the best Richmond tatts around.
Odd Friday Lunch: Neil Balme this Friday, Nov 3.
October 31, 2017 by 5 Comments
Neil Balme is the guest at this Friday’s Odd Friday Lunch. Bookings essential. [This will be excellent – JTH]
Almanac Teams: An unlikely team of religious figures inspired by the 500th anniversary of Luther nailing the 95 theses on the church door at Wittenberg
October 31, 2017 by 20 Comments
Today is the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther nailing his 95 theses to the church door in Wittenberg. It is known as Reformation Day. It has inspired Ken Haley to consider a team of religious figures.
Almanac Trots: Back to Wayville
October 30, 2017 by 4 Comments
Peter Sweeney steps back in time to the revived Wayville ‘red hots’ meeting in Adelaide over the weekend. A saucer bowl ‘Showgrounds’ track where drivers used to shake hands with the crowd down the straight in the heyday of harness racing in the post-war years.
Odd Friday Lunch – Oct 27: With Stephen Gough
October 24, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The Odd Friday Lunch on Oct 27 features Stephen Gough. Details here. Always a good afternoon. Then stay for dinner with Yoshi!
Almanac (Footy) Music: The Women have Come to Play
October 19, 2017 by 1 Comment
Verity Sanders and friends have recorded a terrific song celebrating women’s footy. Listen here. Read the lyrics. And Verity has penned a few words.
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