Anthony O’Brien’s film/documentary ‘Brothers Close and Far’ had its premiere screening in Brisbane on Saturday. The Footy Almanac community was well represented at the screening and we have gathered three reviews for your pleasure.
Almanac Film Review: ‘Brothers Close and Far’, a film/documentary by Anthony O’Brien
November 11, 2021 by 4 Comments
Remembrance Day: Wisden on Hedley Verity
November 11, 2021 by 1 Comment
Sporting history and the history of conflict have interesting, sometimes intertwined narratives. This obituary on Hedley Verity in Wisden is an example that is well worth a read anytime, but particularly today.
Almanac Footy: Bill Mohr – The Wizard from Wagga Wagga
November 10, 2021 by Leave a Comment
St Kilda champion Bill Mohr’s status as one of footy’s all time greats is beyond doubt. In an in-depth analysis of Mohr’s career, Roger Spaull presents a wonderful account of this great footy legend.
Aboriginal People and Australian Football in the Nineteenth Century: They Did Not Come from Nowhere by Roy Hay
November 9, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Roy Hay’s history of the involvement of aboriginal players in Australian Football is now available in a paperback edition. Read more about this book here. [Includes links to reviews – Ed]
Almanac Books: ‘Heart and Soul: A History of the Lang Lang Football Club 1900 – 2020’ – A review
November 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Bob Utber’s recent release, ‘Heart and Soul: A History of the Lang Lang Football Club 1900 – 2020’ is reviewed in latest edition of ‘The Yorker’ by Trevor Ruddell.
Almanac Footy Elections: Board Nominee Jennifer Holdstock with some thoughts on the future of the Hawthorn Football Club
November 5, 2021 by 1 Comment
The Hawthorn Football Club is having a genuine election – for two Board positions. Candidate Jennifer Holdstock outlines her agenda for change.
Almanac Music (History): Cheeky Beatle John
November 4, 2021 by 2 Comments
John Lennon showed a capacity for ‘taking the mickey’ from the very early days of The Beatles. Today is the anniversary of one of his better efforts!
‘Iceberg dairy fresh butter…’ by KB Hill
November 4, 2021 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill recalls his old mate, the colourful Frank Griffin – an old-fashioned ‘stirrer’ from way back.
Balcony Banter: All in the family
November 3, 2021 by Leave a Comment
In a recent post on the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’, the Almanac’s ‘Citrus’ Bob Utber chronicled the link between the Collins family and the Melbourne Football Club.
Almanac Cricket: Australia’s team for the First Test
October 27, 2021 by 1 Comment
The First Test of the 2021/22 Ashes series is still 6 weeks away but that hasn’t stopped the pundits from selecting their Australia team for the Gabba. Cheyne from Brisbane gets first dibs.
Almanac Horse Racing Reminiscence: The W S Cox Plate
October 21, 2021 by Leave a Comment
With the Cox Plate looming on Saturday, we entered the Almanac vault to revisit a collection of articles which feature this iconic race.
‘The artistic spinner…’ by KB Hill
October 21, 2021 by 1 Comment
KB Hill recalls the life and times of Jock Thomlinson who mastered both the art of spin bowling and visual art as well as being a significant figure in Technical Education.
Almanac Rugby League: Norm ‘Sticks’ Provan
October 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
This John Campbell painting celebrates his day at the 1965 NSWRL Grand Final – even though his beloved Bunnies lost. It was also Norm Provan’s last game for St George. John also penned a few words.
Almanac Rugby League: Vale Norm ‘Sticks’ Provan
October 14, 2021 by 1 Comment
Norm Provan, the 12th Immortal of rugby league, has passed away aged 88. The Footy Almanac pays tribute to an icon whose image is preserved in the NRL’s premiership trophy.
Almanac Cricket: Fixture schedule for the Australian 2021/22 summer
October 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
With the cricket season upon us and the First Test less than 60 days away (Covid permitting), The Footy Almanac provides the current schedule for the 2021/22 Australian summer.
Almanac Rugby League: Farewell Benji Marshall
October 7, 2021 by 1 Comment
The Footy Almanac pays tribute to NRL and NZ rugby league great Benji Marshall who has announced his retirement.
Almanac Rugby League – 2021 NRL Grand Final Review: Panthers triumph!
October 5, 2021 by 2 Comments
Alan Whiticker (Penrith) and Mark Courtney (South Sydney) return to review Sunday night’s absorbing 2021 NRL Grand Final.
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