Arthur Morris was one of Australia’s best ever opening batsmen, one of our greatest left-handed batsmen, one of the 1948 Invincibles – in short, one of our very best!
Almanac Soccer: Vale Frank Arok AM
January 14, 2021 by 2 Comments
Legendary Socceroos coach Frank Arok who changed the course of ‘the world game’ in Australia has died in Serbia aged 88. The Almanac pays tribute to an icon of Australian sport.
Almanac Cricket: Vale Colin McDonald AM
January 14, 2021 by 5 Comments
Colin McDonald, the courageous Australian opening batsman of the 1950s and 60s, has died aged 92 – a good innings! The Footy Almanac offers this tribute.
Australia v India – Fourth Test, Brisbane: A call for writers
January 14, 2021 by 4 Comments
Policies, premiers, politics and the pandemic prevent the Almanac’s doyen of cricket commentary, ‘Citrus’ Bob Utber, from attending the Fourth Test in Brisbane which starts tomorrow. Nevertheless, Bob will continue his coverage from The Den in Mildura. We’re calling on writers to support his daily reports with their own unique perspectives.
” ‘Pud’, ‘Patto’, ‘Pettsy’ and Pate” by KB Hill
January 14, 2021 by 1 Comment
After the holiday break, KB Hill returns with tales of noted cyclists ‘Pud’, ‘Patto’, ‘Pettsy’ and Pate. As always, KB sets a cracking pace!
Almanac Cricket: January 7th in Test cricket history
January 7, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Omens for India, the chance of a tied Test half a century before Brisbane in 60/61, big partnerships, and the not always helpful advice of Geoff Boycott – take a stroll down memory lane as we revisit January 7 in the history of Test cricket.
Australia v India – Third Test, Sydney: A call for writers
January 6, 2021 by 1 Comment
Aspiring cricket writers out there are invited to join the Almanac’s cricket guru, Citrus Bob Utber, to provide daily reports from this week’s Third Test between Australia and India from the SCG.
‘Boony and the curator…….’ by KB Hill
December 31, 2020 by Leave a Comment
John Hill has had a huge career in the WDCA, both on and off the field. Wangaratta’s leading sports historian, KB Hill, recounts a life in cricket.
Balcony Banter: My First Test – Australia v India, MCG, February, 1948
December 29, 2020 by 7 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber recalls the first ever Test match he witnessed, Australia v India MCG 1948. It is a classic!
‘Crops, People, Money & You’: a new book by Kate Burke
December 28, 2020 by 1 Comment
Congratulations to Kate Burke, a great friend of the Almanac, on the release of her new book: ‘Crops, People, Money & You: The Art of Excellent Farming’. [And thank you Kate for your ongoing support of the Almanac through your consultancy firm ThinkAgri.]
Balcony Banter: My return to the MCG, for the second time!
December 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
MCC member William Hodges explains his two long-term, enforced absences from the MCG. He can’t wait to get back there on Saturday!
‘Typical Hawk-Magpies clash produces thrilling climax…..’ by KB Hill
December 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill recounts a hard-fought match with an exciting finish from the Wangaratta District Cricket Association.
Australia v India – Second Test preview: A week is a long time
December 24, 2020 by 5 Comments
Test cricket returns to the MCG on Saturday for the traditional Boxing Day Test. After the extraordinary events in Adelaide, what might we expect in the Second Test? After all, a week is a long time…
Almanac Cricket – Australia v India, Second Test: Call for reporters
December 23, 2020 by 1 Comment
Citrus Bob Utber again invites writers to join him to report on the Second Test starting in Melbourne on Saturday. After last week’s incredible events in Adelaide, there’s sure to be heaps to write about.
Almanac Music: Wantok Musik Final 2020 Newsletter
December 22, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Catch up with all the musical happenings from the world of Wantok Musik in their final newsletter for 2020.
Australia v India – First Test, Day 3: Even more experiences and observations
December 20, 2020 by 9 Comments
Daryl Schramm caught up with fellow participants from last year’s SACA Ashes Tour for brunch on Day 3 of the Adelaide Test before hoping to settle in for some good cricket. He was not expecting what followed!
Australia v India – First Test, Day 2: More experiences and observations from DJS
December 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Daryl Schramm is intrigued by the second day of the First Test between Australia and India and think that, from here, anything can happen.
Australia v India – First Test, Day 1: Experiences and Observations
December 18, 2020 by 8 Comments
Daryl Schramm presents his report on Day 1 of the First Test, Australia v India, with the Aussies maintaining a marginal advantage. (Through the eyes of a former umpy, albeit footy – Ed)
Recent Comments