In his 10 tender years, granted not all of them as an active viewer of Aussie Rules, Aidan Hammond has not seen a better game. Who can blame him?
Almanac Books: ‘The Footy Jumper Book’ – What’s better than a jumper punch? A jumper lunch!
June 5, 2023 by 4 Comments
Gigs doesn’t go in much for the ‘jumper punch’ in footy, in fact he prefers a ‘jumper lunch’ such as he enjoyed at the launch of ‘The Footy Jumper Book’ at the recent Footy Almanac lunch. Gigs reports on a fantastic event enjoyed by all in attendance.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Jensen Miles: Diamond Valley v Frankston Blues basketball
October 7, 2020 by 2 Comments
Jensen Miles got through school and nervously prepared for his Friday night basketball game against Frankston. With his precision shooting getting his team back into the match, the Grade 9 Parade College student had the chance to win the game for his side.
Almanac School Visits: Waterford (St Kevin’s) Writers’ Festival
October 6, 2020 by Leave a Comment
John Harms will be speaking to the Grade 9s at the Waterford Writers’ Festival today (Oct 7)
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Sebastian Rush: The 2020 NBA All-Star game
March 10, 2020 by 2 Comments
The 2020 NBA All-Star game came down to the wire, as Parade College Grade 9 student Sebastian Rush details the exciting match-up between the NBA’s best players.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Benjamin Wolczko: St Mary’s v Banyule, 2019
March 10, 2020 by 2 Comments
Grade 9 student at Parade College Benjamin Wolczko got to watch his brothers square off in the St Mary’s v Banyule seniors game in 2019. Following a tight contest, Benjamin details the tense final moments.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Zac Heczey: The Regional Tennis Championships
March 6, 2020 by 2 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Zac Heczey was playing in the Regional Tennis Championships. Coming up against arch-rivals Waverley in the Grand Final, Zac strode out onto the court to play the deciding set of singles tennis.[Well played Zac – JTH]
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Hadi Ehtsham: The BBL Melbourne Derby
March 6, 2020 by 1 Comment
Parade College Grade 9 student Hadi Ehtsham tells the tale of going to watch the Melbourne Stars play the Renegades in a derby over the 2019/20 season. Watching Glenn Maxwell blast his team to victory, Hadi’s joy is difficult to contain.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Jonah Fisher: Anzac Day 2019
March 5, 2020 by 1 Comment
Collingwood and Essendon played out an infamous blockbuster on Anzac Day 2019. Parade College Grade 9 student Jonah Fisher recounts his day spent at the MCG watching his Bombers give their all.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Zyon Iosefo: The underdogs
March 5, 2020 by 1 Comment
Zyon Iosefo remembers his experience of being in a giant-killing relay team from a tiny little primary school.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Declan Taaffe Wyles: 2019 AFL Grand Final
March 4, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Declan Taaffe Wyles puts in a late bid to be in the Tigers’Almanac 2019 with his report on the 2019 AFL Grand Final. {Perhaps you can find a spot in the 2020 Almanac Declan – Ed]
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Dhir Choksi: 2017 Australian Open Final
February 28, 2020 by 4 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Dhir Choksi details the remarkable return to form that saw Roger Federer, In a crazy turnaround at such an old age, clinch the 2017 Australian Open.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Harshana Kiriwendala: Toronto Raptors v Philadelphia 76ers, 2019 NBA Playoff game
February 27, 2020 by 2 Comments
The Toronto Raptors faced a nervous match against Philadelphia in order to progress to their first ever NBA Finals series in 2019. Parade College Grade 9 student Harshana Kiriwendala details his memories of watching the game, especially the final seconds.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Harvey Doutsas: The 2018 AFL Grand Final
February 27, 2020 by 2 Comments
As the 2018 AFL Grand Final came down to the wire, Parade College Grade 9 student and Collingwood fan Harvey Doutsas rode the bumps with his family in a pub in America.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Luca Falvo: Queen – above and beyond
February 26, 2020 by 2 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Luca Falvo touches on his love for Queen and the memories he has of being introduced to them by his father.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Rowan Saw: NSW v Victoria Sheffield Shield clash
February 26, 2020 by 2 Comments
Victoria managed to defeat a strong NSW side in the Sheffield Shield last week. Grade 9 Parade College student Rowan Saw recaps the match and details the momentum swings throughout the encounter.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Lewis Sebben: My basketball semi-final
February 24, 2020 by 2 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Lewis Sebben had an intense basketball semi-final. Managing to click in the second half, his team flew into the lead on the back of Lewis’ prolific scoring.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Laird Ramshaw: My Under 14 Premiership triumph
February 24, 2020 by 3 Comments
Living every kid’s dream, Grade 9 Parade College student Laird Ramshaw got to play in a Grand Final for his beloved Fitzroy Junior FC. With the match coming down to the wire, Laird had to step up and get his team back into the contest. [Sounds like a thriller Laird – JTH}
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Alexander Lim: My photography and film-making journey
February 21, 2020 by 1 Comment
Alexander Lim, a Grade 9 Parade College student, has found a love for photography and film-making since he received his first camera. Now, he continues to produce Youtube videos and dabbles in photography.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Zachary Marks: My first (ice hockey) goal
February 21, 2020 by 1 Comment
Zachary Marks, a Grade 9 student at Parade College and an enthusiastic hockey player, recalls his first-ever goal which he scored against the competition’s top team.
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