John Harms re-visits the 2014 preliminary final between Hawthorn and Port Adelaide. [Hard to believe Port nearly pulled it off – Ed]
Preliminary Final – Hawthorn v Port Adelaide: A classic match (from 2014)
September 21, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Paul Chapman art (by Martin Tighe)
September 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Celebrate Chappy’s great career with a Martin Tighe print.
Pigskin Almanac – Vikings v 49ers: What is the Australian Way?
September 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Apart from changing prime ministers mid-term, is there an Australian way? [This is phenomenal from Jarryd Hayne – JTH]
This is Australia: Country Grand Final
September 14, 2015 by 3 Comments
This is Australia alright. Check out this superb photo. James Lang’s yarn is arriving on the afternoon train at which point we will acknowledge the photographer. Maybe it was you James? We’re told a few SA Greatest Wool Team members were in attendance too.
Five minutes of Stevie J: the argument for a footy instinct
September 4, 2015 by 9 Comments
John Harms takes us back to five minutes of genius from Stevie J v the Bulldogs in 2012. Remember the moment? Is there a footy instinct?
Almanac Rugby League – Tom Brock Lecture 2015
August 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
This year’s Tom Brock Lecture is to be given by Ross McMullin in Sydney on 16 September.
Chappy: he’s so reliable
August 27, 2015 by 29 Comments
Chappy! He’s so reliable. [A piece first published for Chappy’s 200th – Ed]
Joel Selwood
August 25, 2015 by 10 Comments
P.J. Flynn, I’ll see your Stevie J and raise you 200-gamer Joel Selwood. How do we understand the skipper’s place in the remarkable cultural transformation at Geelong? [More Cats stuff! About time.]
Round 21 – Hawthorn v Port Adelaide: Fear and moral responsibility on a pleasant Friday night
August 24, 2015 by 36 Comments
John Harms observes Hawthorn showing their true colours. How do you see the Hodge incident?
And how are Essendon people (and others) feeling about James Hird’s resignation this afternoon?
August 18, 2015 by 22 Comments
Your thoughts?
Footy Loons
August 12, 2015 by 4 Comments
Michael Duffy’s piece from Loon Pond has a crack at those who see a little too much in footy (I think?) [Thanks to Ian Syson for finding it – JTH]
Craig Davis and David Bridie: an unlikely combination? Or not?
August 9, 2015 by
Steve Fahey’s piece on Craig Davis reminded me of the time Craig contacted me (in 2011) about David Bridie’s masterful song The Deserters, the film clip for which is also outstanding. Here’s that little article. [Do yourself a favour – JTH]
Ultimate Wool Team – South Australia: Getting close to finalising the SA team
August 6, 2015 by 11 Comments
In the mid-North of South Australia, a few very keen wool blokes have been getting together at local footy matches and have had a real crack at picking the South Australian Wool Team. (They’ve actually picked two teams – they need a coach and a manager for the seconds.) See what you think, and argue he case for a player from the Twos or a new nomination. [The South Aussie side is pretty well settled – Ed]
Wimmera FL – Minyip-Murtoa v Horsham: Milestone banners, Burras style.
August 5, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Minyip-Murtoa hosted Horsham on Saturday in a match in which three Burras celebrated milestones. The photo is magnificent. [I am looking forward to getting up that way for the finals – JTH]
Junior Almanac: Champions of Scotch College, Melbourne
August 5, 2015 by 2 Comments
Scotch College in Melbourne has produced many famous sportsmen. One of them is Cyril Rioli.
Ultimate Wool Team – Riverina: Ross Wells has crossed the river
July 29, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Ross Wells continues to stake his claim for a spot in the Ultimate Wool Team for Riverina.
Please fill me in on what has happened today in the Goodes booing issue?
July 28, 2015 by 42 Comments
I have been flat out all day. Can you please help me by recounting the direction of public discussion in the Goodes booing issue today?
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