When a party of bucks, accompanied by two chaperones, attended Marvel Stadium on Good Friday they arrived full of expectation but left a little dejected. Their spirits were quickly revived when the day’s mission continued.
Round 4 – North Melbourne v Carlton: Roos pounce as same old Blues tumble
April 4, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Almanac Footy: Wildcards and the Final Ten
March 23, 2026 by 2 Comments
The AFL’s announcement of Wildcard Finals for 2026 has generated strong reactions. Some of the pros and cons of the change are examined in this discussion. What is your view?
Round 1 – Sydney Swans v Brisbane Lions: Some channel surfing
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Simultaneous games give the viewer a chance to do some channel surfing. So it was on Saturday night when the Sydney Swans took total control early at the SCG, and the game at the MCG was just a press on the remote away.
Opening Round – Brisbane Lions v Western Bulldogs: Lion Kings tamed by game Doggies
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The Western Bulldogs’ stunning victory over the Brisbane Lions in Opening Round had Peter Clark marvelling. Can the Bulldogs keep the momentum going and will the Lions rue their lack of discipline?
Almanac Memoir: The Three Quarter Time Huddle
February 26, 2026 by 2 Comments
Peter Clark takes us to a country football ritual where spectators are welcome, the three quarter time huddle.
Almanac Memoir: Summer, Autumn, FOOTBALL and Spring
February 25, 2026 by 4 Comments
With the footy season fast approaching, Peter Clark shares reminiscences of football and life written by his father, former country football reporter Jim Clark.
The Long and Winding Ride: Epilogue
August 27, 2025 by 7 Comments
What a brilliant journey we followed Peter Clark on; one full of country footy, vineyards and pioneering winemakers, pubs, cafes, a tranquil village in a peaceful valley, legendary footballers, Italian prisoners of war, Chinese fortune seekers, bushrangers, gold miners, hop growers and tobacco farmers, cattlemen, cheese makers, horsemen, road builders, artists, heroic World War II nurses, and bushfire fighters, and much more. Peter reflects on his highlights from the trip.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 16 – Edi to Cheshunt: Keep pedalling up the King
August 20, 2025 by 1 Comment
What a marvellous journey Peter Clarke has taken everyone on during his ‘Long and Winding Ride through the Ovens and King Valleys’! His final leg from Chestnut to Edi Peter recalls the many fine Italian wine makers and produce purveyors, the footy clubs and their success stories, and also the futility of war. [Congratulations Peter, this has been a superb series and a delight to read. Well done -Eds]
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 15 – Oxley to Edi: Along the Prosecco Road
August 13, 2025 by 2 Comments
In the penultimate instalment of his ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ series, Episode 15 finds Peter Clark wending his way from Oxley to Edi along the Prosecco Road.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 14 – Goorambat to Oxley: The Last Stand
August 6, 2025 by 4 Comments
Episode 14 of Peter Clark’s ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ sees Peter travelling from Chiltern to Goorambat and deep within the historic Kelly region.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 13 – Chiltern to Goorambat: Like a bat out of hell
July 30, 2025 by 3 Comments
Episode 13 of Peter Clark’s ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ covers the longest ride on the so far from Chiltern to Goorambat. Besides enjoying lunch and nice wines Peter also examines the history of some of the local footy clubs such as Thoona FC and Goorambat FC.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 12 – Eldorado to Chiltern: Lappin’ it all up
July 23, 2025 by 3 Comments
Episode 12 of Peter Clark’s mammoth undertaking finds him cycling on his ‘Long and Winding Ride’ from Eldorado to Chiltern. Besides indulging in the magnificent food and wine along the way, Peter delves into some footy history featuring some well-known AFL players.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 11 – Tarrawingee to Eldorado: In Search of El Dorado
July 16, 2025 by 3 Comments
Some gold fossicking, drinking a ‘superb Durif, crossing paths with bushrangers, and a beer in Victoria’s smallest pub are all part of Peter Clark’s ride from Tarawingee to Eldorado. And some footy history as well.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 10 – Milawa to Tarrawingee: Not a Gallop
July 9, 2025 by 5 Comments
It’s a selective slow pedal from Milawa to Tarrawingee for Peter Clark as he takes in some of the gourmet delights of the area. Tarrawingee, a long established Ovens and King League football club and a famous former son – ‘The Galloping Gasometer’ feature in this part of the journey.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 9 – Gapsted to Milawa: Shiraz Mondeuse and Cabernet
July 2, 2025 by 1 Comment
Peter Clark continues his informative and entertaining travelogue on ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ through the Ovens and King Valleys. This episode Peter rides from Gapsted to Milawa enjoying some nice wines and food along the way.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 8 – Beechworth to Gapsted: Back in the Ovens
June 25, 2025 by 8 Comments
In Episode 8 of his magnificent travelogue, footy history, and foody delights, Peter Clark is back into the Ovens Valley as he pedals from Beechworth to Gapsted awash with information to relay to readers.
Almanac Country Footy: Unearthing the Line of Lode
June 18, 2025 by 10 Comments
Peter Clark tells the story of the time (recently) when the history buffs hit Silver City.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 7 – Buffalo River to Beechworth: A taste of Italy
June 18, 2025 by 4 Comments
In this episode Peter Clark crosses over the Ovens River and heads up into the hill country around Mudgegonga, Stanley and Beechworth. His lunch stop is at Murmungee Lookout where he will taste a smorgasbord of Italian-inspired gourmet delights procured in Myrtleford.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 6 – Ovens to Buffalo River: Hopping along
June 11, 2025 by 7 Comments
Peter Clark and his bike reach Buffalo River via Myrtleford from Ovens where he recalls some of the great footballers associated with Myrtleford FC.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 5 – Porepunkah to Ovens: In the Garden of the Gods
June 4, 2025 by 3 Comments
Peter Clark peddles his way to Porepunkah with a side trip to Mt Buffalo as he continues his majestic ‘Long and Winding Ride’.
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