Sal Ciardulli presents his preview and tips for this weekend’s racing at Moonee Valley and Caulfield.
Almanac Racing: Sal’s preview and tips for Moonee Valley and Caulfield
September 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 18 review, Finals preview
September 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke is completely undeterred by Collingwood’s loss to Port. He still believes a Magpie flag is achievable, and he builds a case for the True Believers.
‘The Champs of 1950………’ by KB Hill
September 24, 2020 by 2 Comments
KB Hill searches behind the scenes to uncover the story of Wangaratta’s 1950 premiership in the O & M League. (A classic piece of KB Hill research and writing – Ed.)
The Footy Almanac 2007 Grand Final – Geelong v Port Adelaide: A dismal end
September 24, 2020 by 1 Comment
After a long season following the Power, John Kingsmill was left watching distraught faces in the away change rooms of the MCG just half an hour after a horror Grand Final loss to the Cats in 2007.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Grand Final – Geelong v Port Adelaide: A murder at the Grand Final day picnic
September 21, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Grand Final days are usually a holy experience for footy fans. But Cameron Noakes was tortured by Martin Flanagan and a wealth of missed bets outside the MCG.
A rags to riches story: Dromana re-writes NPNFL football history in 2018/19
September 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Dromana are a current fairytale story in the NPNFL, having won a Division 2 and then a Division 1 flag in consecutive years. But the club wasn’t always so successful, as Roger Spaull recounts in a look back to the dreaded 1997 season where football records were smashed in all of the worst ways.
Balcony Banter – Michael Allen: After the Siren
September 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Michael Allen looks for a way to bring some positive energy to a dark year by recounting several winning after-the-siren goals. He recounted them for ‘Balcony Banter’.
Almanac Rugby League: Farewell Gavin Cooper
September 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Gavin Cooper, the resilient North Queensland Cowboys left edge forward, will retire after next week’s final round in the NRL. Ian Hauser pays tribute to the type of player every side would love to have.
“‘Punderdelime’ the footy pioneer…………” by KB Hill
September 17, 2020 by 3 Comments
KB Hill recalls the life and significance of Brother John Pye, the father of Australian football in the Tiwi Islands and beyond.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Week 3 Finals – Port Adelaide v North Melbourne: Pain, pain and more pain
September 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Politics and footy are eternally linked for Tony Roberts. In 2007 he was left bemoaning the latter when the Roos came crashing down to Earth in their Preliminary Final against the Power.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Week 3 Finals – Port Adelaide v North Melbourne: Might and power
September 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Local Adelaide guru John Kingsmill watched Port Adelaide trounce the Kangaroos en route to the 2007 Grand Final. A powerful display brought down the curtains on the career of Glenn Archer.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 17 Review, Round 18 Preview
September 16, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke reviews the Collingwood win against Gold Coast and looks to the big clash with ladder leaders Port.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Week 3 Finals – Geelong v Collingwood: A night of hope and spirit
September 16, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Matt O’Connor managed to secure a ticket to the biggest clash in town. After a week of build-up, he turned up to the ‘G to cheer on his Pies in a titanic blockbuster.
Almanac Music: Dave Kimber – A Backstage Pass To David Bowie’s Concert
September 15, 2020 by 2 Comments
The continuing musical adventures of Dave Kimber; this week backstage with David Bowie, Alice Cooper, Ringo Starr and more.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 17 Preview
September 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke is back with another hopeful preview of Collingwood’s Round 17 match against the Suns. With finals on the line, Cam predicts a big change to the Pies’ line-up.
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