Ever wondered how someone could simply vanish? Be there one minute and gone the next….. Gideon Haigh wondered, and uncovered a most amazing story resulting in his new book, ‘The Girl in Cabin 350’ which is now available for purchase.
‘The dash…for covers…’ by Simone Kerwin
October 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Simone Kerwin guests for KB Hill as she tells a tale of how country sport works. (We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – ‘she’s a chip off the old block alright!’ – Ed.)
Almanac Cricket: ODI World Cup – India October 2023
October 17, 2023 by 2 Comments
The Australian Cricket Society’s Literary Scholar Kobe Jacobs reports on the 2023 ODI World Cup in India, and the fortunes of the Australian team.
Almanac Cricket: The Story of Igino De Bolfo – A Champion Bowler for Boneo Cricket Club 1933-37
October 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Roger Spaull examines the cricketing feats of Italian immigrant Iginio De Bolfo at the Boneo Cricket Club 1933-37.
Almanac Cricket: Australian Cricket Society – AGM and Luncheon
October 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Australian Cricket Society invites you to their AGM and luncheon with special guests from Cricket Victoria.
‘A fine football life…’ by KB Hill
October 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Footy has a long and decorated history. KB Hill remembers ‘Poddy’, Arthur Hiskins, a Rutherglen and South Melbourne icon from a century ago.
Balcony Banter – AFL Grand Final 2023: handling the heat!
October 5, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The heat was on in more ways than one at the MCG for last Saturday’s 2023 Grand Final. Dave Campbell was a there and filed a review for ‘Balcony Banter’, the MCC Members blog.
” ‘Pooch’ leaves his legacy…” by KB Hill
October 5, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Wangaratta Rovers lost a favourite son last month with the passing of Luke Elkington at the age of just 45. KB Hill provided this coverage of Luke’s farewell.
Almanac Music: Wantok Musik – Latest releases and news
October 3, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Wantok Musik announce their new releases and upcoming concerts featuring artists on their label.
NRL Grand Final – Part 5: Stewards’ Report
October 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Stewards’ Report is in on Matt O’Hanlon’s tips for NRL Grand Final day. Let’s just say that there’s always next year!
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Grand Final Review – Pies Premiers!
October 1, 2023 by 3 Comments
Collingwood deservedly wins the 2023 AFL Grand Final as Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life celebrate the wonderful achievement.
Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch: BOOKED OUT
September 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Now that Almanac members have had their opportunity to register, we’ve opened the Grand Final Eve Lunch to everyone.
THIS LUNCH IS BOOKED OUT.
NRL Grand Final – The Road to the Finals: Part Four
September 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Matt O’Hanlon sees similarities between this year’s NRL Grand Final opponents and the 1986 Cox Plate blockbuster battle between Bonecrusher and Our Waverley Star. ‘I think this game will be very tight,’ he says.
‘Old Pigeon rues those painful Grand Final losses…’ by KB Hill
September 28, 2023 by 1 Comment
KB Hill chats with Yarrawonga Pigeon’s legend John White. They mulled over a couple of hotly contested O & M League Grand Finals from back in the day.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Preliminary Final Review / Grand Final Preview
September 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life tells how Collingwood made it to the Grand Final and previews the match against Brisbane that determines this year’s premiership.
NRL Finals Week 3: The Road to the Finals – Part 3
September 21, 2023 by 2 Comments
Matt O’Hanlon has studied the Form Guide once again to find the good oil on this weekend’s NRL Preliminary Finals.
‘Tenacious small man realises his dream…’ by KB Hill
September 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Dylan Wilson was marked as one to watch from a young age. Now he’s a fixture for the Wangaratta Rovers. KB Hill charts his progress over the years.
Finals Week 3 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
September 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Check out who, when, and where the Preliminary Finals are played this weekend.
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