Almanac member (and luncher) Colin Abbott has been a photographer since the early 1970s when he came to Melbourne (from Sydney) to study photography at the College of Arts. This superb collection of photos spanning the years, beautifully presented, will be launched on Aug 29 at Magnet in the Docklands district.
Invitation: Col Abbott’s book launch – ‘Waiting under southern skies’
August 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Aug 23: With special guest Robert Shaw
August 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Our guest at the next Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on 23rd August will be Robert Shaw, former AFL coach at Essendon, Fitzroy and Adelaide Crows. One of the better thinkers in the current footy scene, Robert is sure to share both his experiences in and insights into the game. Bookings essential.
Round 22 – Footy Fixture: It’s getting cutthroat!
August 15, 2019 by 2 Comments
It’s getting down to the wire as teams scramble to claim a place in the final eight with two rounds to go. How the results for Round 22 fall will be critical for a number of teams if they are to claim a spot in the finals. So, who will they be?
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 21 and 22: Better and better.
August 12, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Things are on the up and up for the Pies – Cam Hooke’s back with his usual dose of analysis and fanaticism.
Round 21 – Footy fixture for this round: Must win games for Finals aspirants!
August 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
So much at stake for a number of teams this weekend in the Round 21 matches. Who will be in the 8 after this weekend?
The Ashes 2019 – Pick the teams for the Second Test
August 8, 2019 by 8 Comments
Let’s keep Roger Lowrey’s Ashes initiative alive by offering up bragging rights to the person who can come closest to naming the teams that will line up for the Second Test at Lord’s – yes, both teams!
Balcony Banter Round 20 – Melbourne v Richmond: A fresh outlook on an old tradition
August 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
There’s no place Michael Allan would rather be on the weekend than amongst the crowd on the MCG members’ balcony..
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 20 and 21: Better
August 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke was much happier with the Pies’ efforts against the Suns. But the need to keep winning remains.
The Ashes 2019 – First Test: The Edgbaston blog
August 5, 2019 by 67 Comments
Check out what our readers have to say and add your observations on the Edgbaston Test.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Aug 9: With special guest Bryce McGain
August 5, 2019 by 2 Comments
Another cracking Footy Almanac/The Odd Friday Lunch coming up with special guest, former Australian Test cricketer, Bryce McGain, on Friday 9th August at 1:05pm at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. Should be a beauty!
Almanac Footy: Remembering former St Kilda player Ian ‘Goalsy’ Drohan
August 2, 2019 by 2 Comments
David Clerehan grew up round the corner from `50s St Kilda footballer Ian ‘Goalsy’ Drohan who passed away recently.
Round 20 – Fixture for Round 20: A very, very interesting round of matches!
August 1, 2019 by 3 Comments
With a number of teams fighting for a place in the 8, Round 20 is certain to be an absorbing round of matches.
The Ashes 2019: Call for writers
July 31, 2019 by 6 Comments
It all begins tomorrow night. With much uncertainty about both teams, this is a series where anything might happen. We’ll be doing our best to cover the 2019 Ashes, and would love it if you want to contribute.
Balcony Banter Round 19 – Collingwood v Richmond: Lighting up a rainy night
July 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Dave Campbell was worried by the Tigers’ pre-game favouritism. Those worries were soon alleviated.
Almanac Cricket – The Ashes Squad competition: And we have a winner!
July 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Now that Australia’s Ashes Squad has been named, we have a winner for our competition to see who could get closest to the official 17 named by Cricket Australia. And the winner is…(read on)
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: AFL Rounds 19 and 20
July 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
After another tough week for Pies fans, Cam Hooke looks forensically at what went wrong and where to next for Collingwood in Round 20.
Round 19 – Another cut throat round of matches!: Who’ll hold their nerve?
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Round 19 is setting out to be another cut throat round of footy as teams vie for a position in the final 8.
Balcony Banter – Round 18 Geelong v Hawthorn: Puppy Love
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
MCC member and die-hard Hawk Grant Fraser took in Liam Shiel’s 200th game at the ‘G’ and was happy to see Hawthorn’s win over the Cats. Are the Hawks still a chance for the finals?
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