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’.
Almanac Music: Music is your only friend.
August 20, 2021 by 6 Comments
Along with football, a great love of music is an an integral part of life for Richard Griffiths. His musical tastes and influences are examined, and together with bands he played with, enables Richard to fulfil the joy and experience that music provides.
Almanac Footy: Fair Catch That!
August 2, 2021 by 9 Comments
Richard Griffiths tells the story of getting Shaun Smith to the Dees. He recently caught up with Shaun to talk about the Mark of the Century and life since footy. [Cracker. The re-enactment photo is a deadset classic – JTH]
Almanac (Footy) Memoir: Being where the ball ain’t!
June 18, 2021 by 8 Comments
Richard Griffiths played his schoolboy footy at Carey Grammar where he was handy enough to be noticed by some officials from Glenferrie Oval. This is the story of his memorable career at the Hawthorn Football Club. [Top yarn – JTH]
Almanac Memoir: Caught in the race with Kennedy’s Commandos
May 21, 2021 by 23 Comments
Brilliant memoir from Richard Griffiths (and brilliant photo too) as he tells the story of a memorable day at Glenferrie Oval in the middle of a classic 60s and 70s childhood. (First published in 2016)
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