KB Hill returns with a tribute to Rohan Robertson, a Wangaratta Rovers player who went on to play for North Melbourne in the mid-1980s. Rohan passed away earlier this month.
Almanac Footy: Corowa-Rutherglen FNC Flood Relief Fund
December 23, 2022 by 1 Comment
The Corowa-Rutherglen FNC have been devastated by the floods and seek financial support to help regroup and rebuild the club.
‘Pressure brought out the best in this sporting star of the Seventies…’ by KB Hill
December 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill chronicles the O’Brien family of Greta, ‘a dynasty which served a tiny township faithfully’.
Almanac Footy Tipping (AFLM): And the winners are…
December 21, 2022 by 1 Comment
The results are finalised. Here are all the winners for the Almanac’s AFLM Tipping comp for 2022.
Almanac Poetry: Vale – Robert Adamson
December 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Three poems to remember Australian poet Robert Adamson who passed away a few days ago.
Almanac Poetry: ‘No Fear’
December 16, 2022 by 2 Comments
Sandra bares her soul and body in her poem ‘No Fear’ as she recounts her first time at a nudist beach.
“Another riveting day’s play at Stan Hargreaves Oval…’ by KB Hill
December 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill loves a visit to Stan Hargreaves Oval at Yarrawonga for both a great game of cricket and the delicious catering on offer. Recently he was treated to a cracker of a game – and a plate of scrumptious fish!
Almanac Books: ‘Bush to Buckingham Palace: Crazy adventures of fun-loving Test cricketer Rick Darling’
December 8, 2022 by 1 Comment
The Footy Almanac is pleased to support the release of Rick Darling’s ‘Bush to Buckingham Palace’ which was launched last night in Adelaide at the Arkaba Hotel.
‘Superstar Stan- a border sporting legend…’ by KB Hill
December 8, 2022 by 5 Comments
Stan Sargeant was the quintessential ‘bush sports legend’ who turned away offers to play in ‘the big smoke’. KB Hill caught up with octogenarian Stan recently.
Almanac Footy History – Jim Dorgan: The Dashing Defender of the Lake Oval
December 6, 2022 by 6 Comments
Roger Spaull presents an in-depth and fascinating profile of former South Melbourne FC great, Jim Dorgan.
‘Consistent performer again dominates W.D.C.A….’ by KB Hill
December 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
With the change of sports seasons, KB Hill was at the local cricket to see Pranav Menon ‘at work’ for Wangaratta-Magpies.
Almanac (Bush) Cricket: Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins visit Luke Reynolds at the Pomborneit CC
November 27, 2022 by 11 Comments
Geoff Lemon and Adam Collins recently visited Luke Reynolds at the Pomborneit Cricket Club and made this short film.
Almanac Cricket Insight: The ABC’s new ‘Everlasting Summer’ podcast
November 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
Amanda Smith has been a mainstay of Radio National’s sports coverage for many years with ground-breaking radio shows which place sport in its social context – among other things. Look out for her new cricket podcast, ‘Everlasting Summer’, which you can read about here.
Almanac Footy: President of the AFLFA steps down
November 17, 2022 by Leave a Comment
A longtime friend of the Almanac, Cheryl Critchley, is stepping down from her role as President of the AFL Fans Association. This morning we received this media release below where Cheryl marks her departure and reflects on her work at the AFLFA. Best of the luck for the future, Cheryl! … [Read more]
‘The Red Bull…’ by KB Hill
November 17, 2022 by 1 Comment
Lionel Ryan was known as ‘The Red Bull’ for good reason. KB Hill remembers an iconic figure from the Yarrawonga Pigeons.
Almanac Book Launch: ‘The HAS-BEENS and NEVER-WILL-BEs …’ – Megan Ponsford
November 10, 2022 by 3 Comments
You are invited to the launch of Megan Ponsford’s new book about the first Australian cricket tour to India (1935/36), ‘The Has-Beens and Never-Will-Bes: A Boy’s Own Adventure of Australian Cricket and the Raj’. The launch takes place on 11 November in Collingwood. [Ed: Details for purchase of the book are included in the article.]
‘Age is no barrier to Smoky’…by KB Hill
November 10, 2022 by 1 Comment
KB Hill caught up with Greg ‘Smoky’ Hogan to yarn about his decorated career in the Ovens and King League.
‘A salute to J.A., the sporting showman…” by KB Hill
November 3, 2022 by 1 Comment
KB Hill recalls the distinguished career of Wangaratta-born John Brady, a larger than life character who captained North Melbourne for several years before seeing his playing days out in country footy.
Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch: Have a feed and a few beers and help pick the trifecta
October 28, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Come to another Melbourne Cup Eve soiree at the North Fitzroy Arms on Monday October 31.
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