Round 11 – Haiku Bob: Like no other

It was Scott Pendlebury’s day at the MCG in Round 11 as Haiku Bob reflects in his customary way.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Hawthorn: Tough night for Saints’ supporters

A tough night for St Kilda supporters as they go down by 52 points to Hawthorn in their Round 12 clash reports Ian Wilson

Round 12 Preview – Vale Neale Daniher – A Life of Hope

Sal Ciardulli pays a tribute to Neale Daniher. He also presents his thoughts and tips for Round 12 of the AFL season accompanied with his racing tips for Caulfield and Eagle Farm.

Almanac State of Origin – Game 1, 2026: Prop by the Sea (was there)

Despite a devastating loss for Queensland, Prop by the Sea looks back at the first game for State of Origin 2026 with pride. It was a victory for the Maroon spirit.

Almanac Book Reviews: ‘Give them a Pep Talk & go to the Races’ – Michael Sexton

Swish reviews Michael Sexton’s latest book, which revisits South Australia’s legendary 1963 win over Victoria at the MCG.

Almanac Footy: Mid-season footy reviews – Part 1

At the halfway mark of AFL season 2026, Micky McTigger commences his mid-season review of each team. Part 1 looks at the prospects of Adelaide, Brisbane, Carlton, and Collingwood.

Round 11 – Port Adelaide v Carlton: Tell them the Blues are coming!

For Blues supporters, is it “all duck and no dinner”? And are Port too focused on the mantra of winning premierships. Dan Lonergan provides his thoughts.

Round 12 – AFL Footy Fixture 2026: Who, where, and when

Check out who, where, and when your favourite team is playing as we reach the half-way mark of AFL season 2026.

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2026: Round 11 Review/Round 12 Preview

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2026 presents the Round 11 match report against West Coast, and previews the Round 12 game against the Bulldogs.

Round 11 – Western Bulldogs v Narrm: Ignited Dogs shun the Demons flame in last gasp win

The Western Bulldogs have responded following a tough week, defeating an in-form Melbourne Demons on Sunday afternoon at Marvel Stadium reports Kristian Cavallo.

Almanac Footy Documentaries: ‘Carn the Chinese!’ @ MIFF 2026

Angela How’s documentary ‘Carn the Chinese’ has been included in the MIFF 2026 program.

Almanac Footy: Neale and the Werribee FC

With the passing of Neale Daniher, Ian Wilson, on behalf of the Werribee FC, recalls Neale’s time in Werribee colours in 1991 with his fitting tribute.

Almanac Footy: Vale – Neale Daniher: a true champion RIP

Neale Daniher has passed away. RIP.

Round 11 – Collingwood v West Coast: Floreat Pica Society Report – Scott Pendlebury 433

In a game that celebrated Scott Pendlebury becoming the AFL games record holder, Collingwood held off a spirited West Coast side to win by 10 points in their Round 11 match reports Guy Fazzino on behalf of the Floreat Pica Society.

Almanac Life: ‘Got a light?’

Citrus Bob Utber seeks the help of readers to provide information for his latest project involving old cigarette footy cards.

Round 11 – GWS v Brisbane: Little did we know we would witness history…

Richard Griffiths marvels at a once-in-a-generation “footballing hallucination” in the third quarter at Engie Stadium in Round 11.

Round 11 – Port Adelaide v Carlton: Port now have the blues

The Patrick Cripps-led Blues were skilful, committed and methodical in their ball use, while the Power were the complete opposite. reports Nick Kossatch.

Almanac Footy: The curse of being good: why my team’s success is ruining my life.

When does the pure joy of watching your team turn into agonising anxiety? Matt Nicholls is struggling to deal with the Dockers current situation, atop the ladder no less. [Nice debut – JTH]

Round 11 – Collingwood v Waalitj Marawar: The silence between

Scott Pendlebury creates the record for the most games played in the VFL/AFL in Collingwood’s Round 11 win over West Coast. ER (David Wilson) paints a picture of Scott Pendlebury as a motive for the impressionists.

Round 11 – Fremantle v St Kilda: Dockers too good

Both teams had major outs, but on home turf Fremantle prevailed by 5 goals over St Kilda to go one game clear at the top of the ladder.