Haiku Bob found much to contemplate as he savoured his morning coffee after the Pies defeated the Blues in Round 6. (Readers, savour the wonderful humanity of his concluding thought – Ed.)
The People’s Elbow: No longer angry, but conditioned.
March 30, 2026 by 6 Comments
The People’s Elbow comes off the top rope and offers some sobering insights into the Carlton Condition.
Almanac Footy History: Carlton’s 1970s windfall from the Bendigo zone
March 24, 2026 by 3 Comments
The Bendigo Football League provided a windfall in players for the Carlton Football Club during the country zone period from 1969 – 1985. Jack Coyne has produced a You Tube clip celebrating many of the players recruited in the 1970s.
Almanac Books: ‘Champions of Carlton’ – Miles Wilks
December 2, 2025 by 10 Comments
Blues fans, here’s the book you’ve all been waiting for, ‘Champions of Carlton’ – it’s a cracker!
Almanac Obituaries: Vale Warren Ralph (Who Stood On My Head)
July 25, 2025 by 3 Comments
John Gordon pays tribute to former Carlton footballer Warren Ralph who passed away suddenly earlier this week. John fondly remembers Warren’s boots on top of his head after a Ralph screamer. RIP Warren Ralph.
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 Life: An eventful few weeks
June 26, 2025 by 7 Comments
Peter Fuller is another ‘Blue Bagger’ in despair with Carlton’s performances. To relieve his Carlton pain, he has received joy from overseas travel, supporting Sunderland FC, running, and politics as he explains.
Almanac Footy (Rumination): Jagga’s bitter pill
February 26, 2025 by 2 Comments
Joe Sexton ruminates on the season-ending knee injury to Carlton’s much hyped draft pick Jagga Smith.
Almanac Footy: Carlton 2025 Season Preview
December 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Micky McTigger casts his eye over Carlton’s AFL list for the 2025 season and raises a few challenging questions.
Almanac Footy Opinion – Carlton 2024: A Tragedy
August 15, 2024 by 6 Comments
Blues tragic Peter Fuller sees Carlton’s demise as a tragedy of Shakespearian proportions. It’s hard to argue against his formidable logic.
Round 6: Back in the Crowd….after a Decade!
April 30, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Blues fan Rick returned to live footy recently after a break of about 10 years. He noticed several changes – some for the better, others not so.
Balcony Banter: Drawing Level
March 30, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Dave Campbell, a Physics and Environmental Science teacher from Geelong, was at the ‘G’ for the Round 1 clash between Richmond and Carlton. He reported his experiences for Balcony Banter, the MCC Members blog.
Round 1 – Richmond v Carlton: a lack of match fitness
March 28, 2023 by 1 Comment
Channelling Qantas supremo, Alan Joyce, our Carlton correspondent Peter Fuller found himself lacking ‘match fitness’ when he attended the Round 1 clash between Richmond and Carlton.
Almanac Footy History: When Carlton Conquered Canberra
February 28, 2023 by 1 Comment
A search by Blueseuem in the Carlton FC archives revealed details of a historic VFL match played in Canberra in 1939.
Stalking David Parkin Part 2
September 15, 2022 by 6 Comments
Ian Wilson continues the tale of his interactions with legendary AFL player and coach David Parkin.
Stalking David Parkin Part 1
September 14, 2022 by 8 Comments
AFL Hall of Fame member David Parkin celebrated his 80th birthday earlier this week. In this classic semi-insiders yarn, Ian Wilson recalls his handful of interactions with ‘Parko’ over the years.
Almanac Footy (History): Why the Blues cannot win the 2022 flag and why the Dees may struggle
July 29, 2022 by 1 Comment
The history of the game tells us a great deal about the prospects of teams come finals time. A study by MagnifiCATS explains why Carlton can’t win this year’s flag and why Melbourne will struggle to emulate their 2021 success.
Almanac Football (History): Alex Jesaulenko
June 29, 2022 by 2 Comments
A recently discovered three minute, black and white film featuring Alex Jesaulenko in just his fourth VFL game has Michael Sexton enthralled. It took him back to a time full of rich and rewarding memories.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 10 Review/Round 11 Preview: Go Pies!
May 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke is very happy with the Pies’ win over Freo! Now to take on ‘the olde enemy’ in this weekend’s Round 11.
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