An optimistic Ian Wilson watched his beloved Saints fall one point short in a spirited contest against the Crows at the Adelaide Oval. A Collingwood tragic provides incisive special comments.
Round 6 – Adelaide v St Kilda: Crows take the points in see-sawing thriller
April 19, 2026 by 1 Comment
Round 5 – Port Adelaide v St Kilda: Saints fight in an effort to make Banger proud
April 13, 2026 by 2 Comments
Going into the Croweaters’ den to face a local side during Gather Round isn’t for the faint of heart, but Ian Wilson’s Saints did just that and got the chocolates against Port Adelaide.
Almanac Life: Reacquainted after forty-two years
April 10, 2026 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson and his mate Eddie met decades ago when they were into punk. After 42 years, their divergent life paths crossed. It was 1983 all over again!
Almanac Life: Autumn in Melbourne
April 6, 2026 by 1 Comment
It’s arguably the best time of the year to be in Melbourne, according to Ian Wilson. He cites the weather, footy and comedy festival in this piece as evidence.
Round 3 – St Kilda v Brisbane: “Ahh Well.” …… till next time
March 28, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson went to Marvel Stadium with a positive outlook for his Saints, but in the end it was the physical presence and connectivity of the Lions that burst St Kilda’s pressure balloon.
Round 2 – GWS v St Kilda: Saints lucky to get away with this one
March 22, 2026 by 10 Comments
Unimpressed with Ross Lyon’s treatment of reporters in press conferences, Ian Wilson moved on from his pre-match thoughts to the Round 2 action after a lightning-delayed start at Engie Stadium. He tipped it would be close, quick and open.
Round 1 – Melbourne v St Kilda: Unknown Dees v Unreliable Saints
March 15, 2026 by 2 Comments
In the ‘unknown’ v ‘unreliable’ match at the MCG in round 1, Ian Wilson provides a quarter-by-quarter description of all the action. He was impressed by the Dees terrific team effort, but was disappointed by the same old Saints.
Almanac Music: The best of Elvis
February 20, 2026 by 13 Comments
Ian Wilson reviews ‘Baz Luhrmann’s Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert’ and was not only impressed by Elvis’ superb performances but also by the production quality of the film. It’s a must see says Ian!
Almanac Life: A Shout Out To The Reverential
February 11, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson gives a shout-out to the ‘reverentials’: those people he has met who have left a lasting impression.
Almanac Current Affairs: Combating non-sensical with the ridiculous
January 31, 2026 by Leave a Comment
When the evidence suggests otherwise it is hard to believe why particular politicians and their associates are espousing mis/dis information to justify their claims surrounding current events when their statements are clearly wrong. Ian Wilson offers some humour from Steve Martin to ‘offset all this madness’.
Almanac Travel: Changi Chapel/Museum and Singapore reprise
January 24, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson and partner Lynda Harris conclude their latest overseas trip with a humbling visit to the Changi Chapel/Museum in Singapore.
Almanac Travel: The National Gallery of Singapore
January 22, 2026 by 1 Comment
On the final leg of their overseas holiday, Ian Wilson and Lynda visit the National Gallery of Singapore.
Almanac Travel: Singapore’s intolerance of crime
January 20, 2026 by 4 Comments
Ian and Linda are now in Singapore where they are struck by the rigidness and strictness enforced there.
Almanac Travel: Welcome to Singapore
January 18, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson and his partner Lynda have moved on from South Africa to Singapore. The contrasts are startling!
Almanac Travel: South Africa Reprise
January 16, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson reflects on his South African travels, offering a series of observations and suggestion to readers.
Almanac Travel: South Africa’s dramatic coastline
January 14, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson and his partner saw some amazing sights along South Africa’s western coastline and met locals with contrasting views of the situation in that country.
Almanac Travel: My new friend Table Mountain
January 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson confronted his fears when his ‘safari’ moved on to Table Mountain. An observant tour guide proved helpful.
Almanac Travel: Gallery Hopping in Cape Town
January 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson reports from Cape Town on a Sunday of gallery hopping.
Almanac Travel: Welcome To Cape Town
January 7, 2026 by 2 Comments
From Idube after a three hour flight Ian and Lynda arrive in Cape Town to continue their African journey. They notice quite a difference there compared to Johannesburg as Ian points out.
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