Old Dog plays his 700th game of footy on Saturday 5 August. The Colac Herald newspaper pays tribute.
‘Roos hop to dual premiership glory…’ by KB Hill
July 27, 2023 by 1 Comment
In the engaging style which KB Hill has perfected, share the remarkable story of the dual premiership era of the Corowa-Rutherglen Kangaroos under the coaching of Peter Tossol.
Round 20 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
July 26, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Check out who, where, and when your team plays in Round 20 this week.
Round 19 – ‘winter grin’: haiku bob
July 26, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Another nail baiting win for Collingwood is recounted by haiku bob in verse.
Almanac (Footy) Life: Old Dog to play his 700th game of footy
July 26, 2023 by 4 Comments
Congratulations to the Old Dog who plays his 700th game of footy on Saturday 5 August.
Up the Mighty Murray! – Episode 15: In the midst of the Murray
July 26, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Murray League is the focus of Episode 15 of Peter Clark’s series ‘Up the Mighty Murray’ and features the Indigenous Australian Football heritage of the Cummeragunja and Rumbalara Football Clubs.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 19 Review / Round 20 Preview
July 25, 2023 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life analyses the Pies’ win over the Power, and previews their upcoming Round 20 match against old foes Carlton.
Almanac Life: A lesson from (Brother) Robo
July 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
John Nugent recently told the story of meeting (and selling newspapers to) John Coleman. He follows up with a piece about a childhood influence.
Almanac Teams: Famous Family Members
July 24, 2023 by 5 Comments
Family ties are a regular feature in Rodney Boyd’s sides and today’s effort is no exception. Get around the team whose nearest and dearest also made an impact in sporting and other facets of public life.
Round 19 – Sal’s Preview: Cash is King
July 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Must win games in Round 19 for a number of teams hoping to play finals this year. Sal Ciardulli presents his thoughts and predictions.
Almanac Footy: The Joy of Reunions
July 21, 2023 by 5 Comments
Ian Wilson reflects on Coorparoo Roos’ players and supporters reunion that was held last weekend. Reminiscing the glory days of the 80s and meeting up with old mates and former VFL and AFL players who attended the event.
‘Boyhood memories linger for old champ…’ by KB Hill
July 20, 2023 by 1 Comment
Mark Browning is the only player to play 100+ games for both South Melbourne and the Sydney Swans. KB Hill caught up with him recently.
Up the Mighty Murray! Episode 14 – Gunbower, its island and its footy team
July 19, 2023 by 7 Comments
Peter Clark’s wonderful series takes us further up the Murray to Gunbower and includes some footy, some history and some environmental science. [Another ripper – Ed]
St Kilda’s 1966 Premiership Exclusive Screening
July 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Lighthouse Foundation for Youth have organised an exclusive screening of St Kilda’s historic 1966 premiership triumph and celebrate their 150 years as the Saints! Found out more for details here as the event will be held late in August at the Palais Theatre.
Round 19 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
July 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Check out who, where, or when your team is playing this week in Round 19 of the AFL season.
Goulburn Valley Football Netball League Round 13 – Echuca v Kyabram: Ballooning
July 17, 2023 by 13 Comments
E. Regnans felt the call of the Murray River on Saturday morning. The cold morning and the clear blue skies had winter road trip written all over them. So off he went: to find Echuca and Ky battling it out on a special day.
‘Titanic battle inspires country footy rivalry…’ by KB Hill
July 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Representative footy in the country leagues has a long history. KB Hill shares an insight into one particular rivalry that goes back almost a century.
Almanac Footy (Opinion): A Homage To AFL Defenders’ IQ
July 13, 2023 by 8 Comments
Ian Wilson rises to Micky Randall’s challenge to compile a list of AFL defenders with high IQ levels.
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