The Ballarat International Foto Biennale is now open. Ian Wilson visited many of the exhibitions on display and presents his report of his impressions.
Almanac Cultural Activities: A day at The Ballarat International Foto Biennale
September 5, 2025 by 1 Comment
Almanac Cultural Activities: Ballarat In September/October
August 29, 2025 by 3 Comments
There is always plenty to do in Ballarat suggests Ian Wilson as he highlights some cultural activities tfor consideration.
Almanac Cinema: John Clarke – A Trans-Tasman Treasure
August 19, 2025 by 3 Comments
The much-loved satirist, comic, writer and actor John Clark is remembered by his daughter in ‘But Also John Clarke’, a film produced by her. Ian Wilson recently viewed the film which he thoroughly enjoyed bringing back many memories for him.
Almanac Footy: Why you should never leave early
July 30, 2025 by 7 Comments
St Kilda’s record comeback win against Melbourne is a good reason why you should never leave the footy until the final siren sounds as Ian Wilson explains.
Almanac Footy: Jewels in the Rough for the 2025 Finals
July 27, 2025 by 4 Comments
Ian Wilson ponders the lack of playing list imagination some teams have produced over the past few years while other clubs have hit the ‘jackpot’ with discarded players.
Almanac Footy: Ode To Sam Gilbert
July 7, 2025 by 2 Comments
Ian WIlson pens a tribute to a favourite former St Kilda footballer, Sam Gilbert, who played 208 games for the Saints.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #17
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It is Ian Wilson and Lynda’s last day in New York and they make the most of it visiting Queens, MoMA PS1, Grand Central Station and Central Park.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #16
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Ian and Lynda visit the East Village, Movie Sites, Seinfeld & Empire State Building during their time in New York a few years ago.
Almanac Cinema: John and Yoko’s Fresh Adventure
June 24, 2025 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson reviews a ripper music doco about John Lennon and Yoko Ono which he throughly enjoyed and recommends.
Almanac Footy: Werribee FC 60th Anniversary
June 19, 2025 by 3 Comments
Former Werribee FC 1993 premiership player Ian Wilson celebrated the club’s 60th anniversary along with past and current players, and supporters last weekend.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #15
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Time for some comedy and thrills and spills at Coney Island for Ian and Lynda as they continue their visit to New York.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #14 – The New York Jets at Metlife Stadium
June 11, 2025 by 2 Comments
Ian Wilson and Lynda spend the afternoon at Metlife Stadium to watch the New York Jets take on the Oakland Raiders in the season opener.
Almanac Cinema: Documentary Perfection
June 10, 2025 by 2 Comments
Ballarat boy, musician Warren Ellis returns home for the screening of the film ‘Ellis Park’. Ian Wilson was in the audience for the screening and the Q and A that followed.
Almanac Footy: What We Have Here Is A Whirlwind Of Smarm
June 6, 2025 by 14 Comments
When your team is not doing well supporters take their frustrations out on the coach and his actions as Ian Wilson explains.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #13
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Ian and Lynda are out and about in New York enjoying the sights, the sounds, and everything else in the Brooklyn, Chinatown, and Little Italy areas.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #12
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Ian Wilson’s travel diary continues, as he battles some hot August days and nights in New York City
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #11
May 23, 2025 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson’s trip through New York continues, including a visit to Yankee Stadium
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #10
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Ian and Lynda attend amateur night at The Apollo Theatre in the Bronx during their New York stay.
Almanac Travel: Lake St Clair’s Concealed Zen
May 16, 2025 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson and Lynda explore the magnificent and magic zen of the wilderness at Lake St Clair.
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