In what will be another fantastic Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on Feb 21, Jake Niall, Chief Footy writer at The Age, is the special guest speaker. Further details here.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Jake Niall: Chief AFL Writer for The Age (Feb 21)
February 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
AFL Fans Association – Media Release: Transaction Fees and ticket prices
February 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The AFLFA in their Media Release of today respond to the AFL’s decision to remove transaction fees at Marvel Stadium and to freeze ticket prices.
AFLW Round 2 – Footy Fixture
February 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Who’s playing where and when? All the AFLW Round 2 match details are here in the footy fixture.
AFLW Season 2020 – Round 1: Fixture
February 7, 2020 by 3 Comments
The AFLW 2020 season kicks off this weekend, and it should be a ripper! Check out the Round 1 fixture, and also the details for joining the Footy Almanac AFLW 2020 Tipping Comp.
AFLW Season 2017 – Round 1 Revisited
February 5, 2020 by Leave a Comment
AFLW begins again on Friday night. As a way to get you in the mood, you might like to revisit how the Footy Almanac covered the competition’s opening round back in 2017.
Join the club: become an Almanac member for 2021
February 5, 2020 by 1 Comment
As we gear up for the start of footy season, it’s time to consider becoming an Almanac member. Or you might like to become a patron, or a sponsor/advertiser.
The Odd Friday Lunch: Mark LoGiudice Carlton FC President (Feb 7)
January 31, 2020 by Leave a Comment
What are Carlton’s prospects for the 2020 AFL season? Find out from President of the Carlton FC, Mark LoGiudice who is guest speaker at the first Odd Friday Lunch of the year.
‘Dual Gift Winner Relives The Dream……’ by KB Hill
January 30, 2020 by 1 Comment
Jason Boulton had a distinguished career as a professional runner. KB Hill tracked him down to get the whole story.
Almanac Horseracing – Vote for Super Seth in the All-Star Mile
January 26, 2020 by 6 Comments
Super Seth, co-owned by ‘Smokie’ Dawson, won the Caulfield Guineas during the Spring Carnival. Now you can help secure him a place in The All-Star Mile in March by adding your vote for its inclusion in the final field.
‘The Horseman……..’ by KB Hill
January 23, 2020 by 5 Comments
Peter McIntyre played in the Adelaide Crows’ very first match back in 1991. Footy and life have taken him in various directions ever since. KB Hill tells the tale of Peter’s perambulations.
AFLW – Jess Wuetschner survives lightning strike
January 22, 2020 by 1 Comment
Some things you can never plan for. Brisbane Lions AFLW player Jess Wuetschner has had a very fortunate escape.
Balcony Banter – John Cain: A man for all women
January 21, 2020 by 4 Comments
Anne Cahill Lambert pays tribute to former Premier John Cain acknowledging his role in providing the opportunity for women to become members of the Melbourne Cricket Club.
‘Robbie Reminisces………’ by KB Hill
January 16, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Rob Worthington has given a great deal to Victorian country cricket over the decades. KB Hill profiles another local legend.
Almanac Contemplation: Anson Cameron’s latest (from the Fairfax press)
January 6, 2020 by 5 Comments
Anson Cameron returns to Shepp and environs.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v New Zealand: Third Test Blog
January 3, 2020 by 20 Comments
Here’s an opportunity for you to share your observations and thoughts on play as the game unfolds through our Third Test blog. What catches your eye? Will we be bowled over by a NZ resurgence? Or will the Kiwis be stumped by the Aussies yet again? Tell us all about it.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v New Zealand: the Third Test – a call for writers
January 2, 2020 by 2 Comments
The Third Test between Australia and New Zealand starts tomorrow at the SCG. We’re looking for aspiring cricket correspondents to provide us with daily coverage of the match. Here’s your opportunity to get your name up on the big Almanac screen!
‘Farewell to a Pair of Star Defenders…..’ by KB Hill
January 2, 2020 by Leave a Comment
In another of his great stories about local sports identities, KB Hill traces the careers of Bernie Killeen and Bob Atkinson, both of whom sadly passed away in recent weeks.
Australia v New Zealand: Second Test blog
December 26, 2019 by 7 Comments
The Boxing Day Test is upon us. Discussion of pitch, bouncers, and weather predominates. But what do the followers of the Almanac make of affairs?
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