Daniel Kelly talks with Northern Bullants emerging leader Paul Ahern to discover his people’s background and his experiences in both the AFL and the VFL.
Almanac Book Review: ‘The One Indiscretion of His Life’ by Gideon Haigh
February 12, 2024 by 1 Comment
The inimitable Roy Hay has reviewed Gideon Haigh’s latest book which looks at the life and times of William ‘Barlow’ Carkeek.
Almanac Footy: Why winning isn’t everything
September 25, 2023 by 2 Comments
The big dance is the topic of the moment, but Ian Wilson reflects on the bigger picture via Mick Malthouse, Donald McDonald and the Werribee Tigers of 2023.
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.
A young Bullant taking all before him
August 14, 2021 by 1 Comment
Daniel Kelly reports on the emerging, very talented young Bullant, Mutaz Nour. Remember that name!
Almanac VFL: Northern Bullants triumphant in the Battle of Bell Street
July 25, 2021 by 4 Comments
A few kilometres apart, the Northern Bullants (of Preston) and fierce rivals Coburg have been going at it for years. Daniel Kelly tells the story of the Bullants emotional victory in the latest Battle of Bell Street.
Almanac Local Footy: Northern Bullants give ex-VFL affiliates the Blues
July 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
Daniel Kelly took great delight in watching the Northern Bullants record their first win of the 2021 season – all the more so because it came against Carlton!
Round 5 – Carlton v Port Adelaide: Carltony
April 23, 2021 by 8 Comments
After a poor performance from the Carlton club as a whole last Saturday, John Butler is as disappointed as any Blubagger. But he isn’t buying into the subsequent pile-on.
The strange case of Archie Whitfield
March 6, 2020 by 14 Comments
The ‘one game only’ club contains a plethora of interesting stories. Archie Whitfield is one such case, as related here by Gigs in an excerpt from his forthcoming book with Mick Rees.
VFA/VFL – The Burgers v The Boroughs: Red and blue deja vu
May 9, 2019 by 10 Comments
Mic Rees sees a moving tribute to legendary Coburg stalwart Ian Liversidge before watching his Port Melbourne side taken on the locals. His visit to Coburg City Oval takes him back to one of the VFA’s memorable grand finals- when Port came back from oblivion to snatch victory against Coburg in1980. [Super evocation of past and present – JTH]
VFL Round 1: Williamstown v Port Melbourne – Rekindling old rivalries in the sunset
April 8, 2019 by 11 Comments
It’s been a few years since Glen! has seen Port Melbourne in the VFA/VFL; he made a return to watch on as Williamstown played picturesque host to a contest between two doyens of the Victorian game in Round 1.
A star from the VFA’s halcyon days by KB Hill
July 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
This week’s KB Hill features Rod Cobain, who played in the VFL & VFA before heading up to Yarrawonga
Four teams of VFL/AFL 300-gamers
October 17, 2017 by 5 Comments
Eighty-three players have now played 300 or more games in the VFL/AFL. A nice number to select four sides (from Firsts to Fourths).
Don Scott’s Dimple
October 9, 2017 by 8 Comments
Damian Balassone has written his latest poem about Hawthorn great Don Scott and his prominent dimple.
VFL Grand Final – Port Melbourne v Richmond: The Borough win the VFL Grand Final
September 26, 2017 by 15 Comments
Port Melbourne once again proved how successful stand alone clubs can be with a spectacular 4 point victory over Richmond in the VFL Grand Final.
VFL Prelim Final: Williamstown v Port Melbourne
September 20, 2017 by 8 Comments
Rod Oaten was treated to grass roots footy at its best – North Port Oval on a cracking Melbourne Sunday.
The Underdog
August 10, 2017 by 11 Comments
More classic Old Dog with another heartfelt appreciation of a player who deserves it. Tom Goodwin is a Lilydale boy leading the way for Coburg, a club to which he feels tremendous commitment. [Super piece Old Dog – JTH]
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