Richard Griffiths right hand man during his time with the Demons in the late 80s/early 90s was recruiting officer Don Barron. Don was instrumental in bringing Max Gawn to the club and recalls that time in a chat with Richard. {This is a terrific celebration of Max Gawn and a tribute to Don – Ed]
Round 1 – Western Bulldogs v GWS Giants: Dogs Maul Insipid Giants.
March 15, 2026 by 1 Comment
It was a disappointing reversal of form for the GWS Giants as they received a thumping from a rampaging Bulldogs team reports Richard Griffiths
Opening Round – GWS v Hawthorn: Stars shine on and off the field
March 8, 2026 by 2 Comments
An afternoon at Engie Stadium to watch the Giants take on the Hawks answered many questions for Richard Griffiths. Celebrities in the stands added to the theatre. He was suitably impressed by the performance of the Giants and can’t wait for their rivalry clash with the Dogs in Round 1.
Almanac Footy: Wildcard Round? I say bring it on!
November 10, 2025 by 11 Comments
Richard Griffiths thinks through the Wildcard Round and calls on the thoughts of a wise old man of footy.
Almanac Books: An Extract – ‘Touchstone: Racing, Racing Men and Racehorses’ by RM Griffiths & MG Bird
October 28, 2025 by 1 Comment
Samuel Griffiths witnessed his first Melbourne Cup in 1877 at the tender age of nearly 12 years. His great grandson Richard Griffiths co wrote a rollicking yarn with Murray Bird about Samuel’s life in ‘Touchstone: Racing, Racing Men and Racehorses The life and times of Samuel Griffiths 1865-1937’. The Footy Almanac presents an extract from the book.
Finals Week 3 – Collingwood v Brisbane: That is that! Goodbye Pies
September 21, 2025 by 2 Comments
A former work colleague of Richard Griffiths is an avid Pies supporter who would send him updates of Collingwood’s finals’ progress. Richard considers the latest communique sufficiently insightful to pass elements of it on to Almanac readers.
Almanac Footy: The Truth Behind The QClash
September 12, 2025 by 1 Comment
As CEO of AFL Queensland Richard Griffiths recalls his time as a committee member for the Gold Coast Suns’ bid to become the 17th AFL team in the competition. He also explains the origin behind the term ‘QClash’.
Almanac Footy History: The truth behind Greg Williams failure to register a Brownlow vote in Round 10, 1993.
August 6, 2025 by 4 Comments
After years of research, Almanac investigative writer Richard Griffiths has uncovered the saga of how Diesel Williams could possibly have missed out on the 1993 Brownlow Medal. This is the final word. (We think)
Almanac Footy: Carlton!
July 1, 2025 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths utilises his AFL management experiences to present his view of the issues concerning the Carlton FC at the moment.
Almanac Music: The Indelible Mike Rudd Turns 80!
June 17, 2025 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths attended Mike Rudd’s 80th birthday celebrations recently. A great time both music and birthday wise was had by all as Richard reports.
Almanac Footy: Footy Mysteries I Have Been Unable To Resolve
January 15, 2025 by 8 Comments
Richard Griffiths is confounded by a number of ‘footy mysteries’ he has been unable to resolve and seeks the help of Almanackers to find the answers to his questions.
Almanac Music: ‘Now and Then’ – Why the world has shed a tear
November 5, 2023 by 4 Comments
Like many, Richard Griffiths is enthralled with the release of ‘Now and Then’ by The Beatles, as his wonderful review so clearly states.
Almanac Music: KISS End Of The World Tour –
October 8, 2023 by 2 Comments
The Sydney concert of the KISS ‘End Of The World Tour’ was an enjoyable extravaganza for Richard Griffiths as he recounts in his review of the musical and visual spectacular presented by the band.
Almanac Music: Kevin Borich at 75 releases the masterful ‘Duets’
June 19, 2023 by 1 Comment
Richard Griffiths catches up with guitar great Kevin Borich, one of the most respected composers, song writers and performers, who has released his new CD, ‘Duets’ recently.
Almanac Music (Review): Thank you Mr. Jackson
December 1, 2021 by 2 Comments
Peter Jackson’s documentary ‘Get Back’ is all the talk. We’ve been offered a number of reviews and this is the first of them – by Richard Griffiths. Do yourself a favour…excellent review of a brilliant doco.
Almanac (Footy) Memoir: Wrong side of the river
September 9, 2021 by 4 Comments
Richard Griffiths spent a fair chunk of the 1980s playing in the VFA (seconds!) He remembers the great characters of his clubs, Coburg (where he bumped into Phil Cleary) and Prahran. Lots of terrific stories and the added bonus of some ‘Where are they nows’.
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