Almanac Book Preview: ‘Two Good Soldiers, One Great War’ by Hugh Jones

April 30, 2024 by 2 Comments

Hugh Jones provides a synopsis of his soon-to-be-released book ‘Two Great Soldiers, One Great War’. [May 15 launch – details in this post]

Almanac History: Setting the record straight – an Anzac story

April 25, 2024 by 3 Comments

Hugh Jones’ book ‘Two Good Soldiers, One Great War’ (Forty South Publishing) chronicles the life and war experience of champion footballer Ivor Margetts and also of Charlie Simmons. Hugh has family connections to both. [Welcome Hugh – we’ll feature more on your book in the coming days]

So you want to be an umpire?

February 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment

Hugh Jones provides an insight to the trials and tribulations of umpiring cricket at grass root levels.

Not waiting for Bruce. Phew!

February 24, 2015 by 2 Comments

So you think anticipating a Bruce Springsteen concert might be fun? Something to be savoured? Hugh Jones has news for you.