With the announcement of Nathan Fyfe’s retirement from AFL football, Les Everett reflects on a great career.
Almanac Footy (History): The 100th Anniversary of the first footy (radio) paywall.
August 13, 2025 by 4 Comments
Welcome to Kieran Magee who goes by the pen name of Grand Final History. In his first article, he tells the story of footy on the radio, as we celebrate the centenary of the first broadcasts. [Terrific history – Ed]
Almanac Book Launch – ‘Fagan’s Way’ by Chris McLeod and Sam Harvey, Friday 15 August
August 13, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Join Wilkinson Publishing at the Royal Derby Hotel in Fitzroy this Friday night for the launch of ‘Fagan’s Way’ by Chris McLeod and Sam Harvey. Find the details here.
Almanac Footy: A History of Australian Rules Football in Woomera 1948 to 1992 – Part 14: 1981- 1983
August 13, 2025 by 2 Comments
David Turpin continues his history of football in Woomera from 1948 to 1992. In Part 13 the years 1981-1983 are highlighted.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 15 – Oxley to Edi: Along the Prosecco Road
August 13, 2025 by 2 Comments
In the penultimate instalment of his ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ series, Episode 15 finds Peter Clark wending his way from Oxley to Edi along the Prosecco Road.
Round 23 – AFL Footy Fixture Season 2025: Who, where, and when
August 12, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Penultimate round of matches for AFL season 2025 finds teams fighting for a place in the Final 8. Find out who, where, and when your team is playing.
Almanac Footy Tipping: Our 2025 AFLW tipping comp is now open, season starts Aug 14.
August 11, 2025 by 4 Comments
The 2025 Footy Almanac AFLW tipping comp is open for entries. Jump in before the season starts this Thursday (Aug 14)
Almanac Lunches: ACS invites you to lunch with Neil Balme
August 11, 2025 by 1 Comment
The Australian Cricket Society will feature footy legend Neil Balme as their guest speaker at their upcoming ‘Footy Finals Fever’ lunch on Thursday 28 August 2025.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2025: Round 22 Review / Round 23 Preview
August 9, 2025 by 1 Comment
It has been a tough month or so for Collingwood’s true believers. Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2025 reviews the disastrous loss against the Hawks and previews the important Round 23 clash against Adelaide.
Almanac (Footy) Memoir: Footy Cards
August 8, 2025 by 5 Comments
Damian Callinan has had a lifetime love of footy cards (and some other cards). Read his (detailed) memoir. It will trigger many memories for readers of a certain age.
Almanac (SANFL) Footy – Glenelg v Eagles: Pecker Park Ponderings
August 8, 2025 by 8 Comments
Mickey Randall was at Woodville Oval on a breezy, increasingly chilly day to check on the progress of his Glenelg Tigers.
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: A History of Australian Rules Football in Woomera 1948 to 1992 – Part 13: 1978-1980
August 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
David Turpin continues his in-depth history of football in Woomera from 1948 to 1992, Part 13 examines the years 1978-1980.
Almanac Family History: James ‘Dun’ Hay – Captain of Celtic, Ayr United, Newcastle United and Scotland, and other stories
August 6, 2025 by 4 Comments
Members of Roy Hay’s family are remembered in three biographies including his grandfather Scottish soccer legend James Dun Hay and his incredible career.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 14 – Goorambat to Oxley: The Last Stand
August 6, 2025 by 4 Comments
Episode 14 of Peter Clark’s ‘The Long and Winding Ride’ sees Peter travelling from Chiltern to Goorambat and deep within the historic Kelly region.
Round 22 – AFL Footy Fixture Season 2025: Who, where, and when
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Find out who, where, and when your team is playing in Round 22 of AFL Season 2025.
Almanac Footy: AFL Season 2025 – Round 22 Match Results
August 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Check out the results for AFL Season 2025 Round 22 matches.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2025: Round 21 Review / Round 22 Preview
August 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2025 analyses the Round 21 loss against against Brisbane, and previews the upcoming important Round 22 match against Hawthorn.
Almanac Footy: Western District Football Wrap
August 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
As the season comes to an end, with many teams in the three major Western District Football leagues still fighting for a place to play in the finals, Dandy Andy updates the latest results from the leagues.
Almanac Footy: The Future of Football (Part 1)
With Saudi money making big inroads into the global sports market, Reject Phil starts to think about the potential implications for the AFL in the years ahead.