Citrus Bob shares the stories of three individuals who played big roles in sport and society around Mildura and beyond. In memory of Tony Osler, Brian Weightman and Michael Bowden.
Almanac Memoir (and Poetry): ‘An Avocado’
April 17, 2020 by 12 Comments
There was a time when a young Smokie wrote poetry, with one being good enough to win a literary award – in a roundabout fashion.
Easter Sunday: A reflection
April 12, 2020 by 10 Comments
At this time of reflection Shane Reid considers the influence of the music played in his household as he was growing up, and explains his role as a four year old celebrant at mass.
The Twentieth Century… Remember that?
April 10, 2020 by 1 Comment
As we move through our life stages, memories can flood back of those footloose and fancy free times from the past such as the one Earl O’Neill relives for us.
Almanac Rugby League – Convent Kids in Clydesdale Country (Part 2)
April 9, 2020 by 1 Comment
Damian Roache concludes his tale of his childhood days playing in the Toowoomba-based junior rugby league Catholic Convent Competition.
Bruce Dawe: A Poet remembered
April 3, 2020 by 2 Comments
Vin Maskell is a huge fan of Bruce Dawe, and shares his previously published stories of the poet as a tribute to celebrate the life that has just passed.
Kenny Rogers and me
March 26, 2020 by 20 Comments
Mickey Randall goes down memory lane to catalogue Kenny Rogers’ presence in his life. It’s a charming tale of belated appreciation.
Lest we forget the other pandemic
March 25, 2020 by 2 Comments
The First World War, the Spanish Flu pandemic, and their terrible effects on life at the time are reflected upon by Harold Peacock in this timely piece leading up to Anzac Day. Check out details of a live stream of an Anzac Day commemoration.
John “Patto” Patterson: from Legacy larrikin to living legend
January 30, 2020 by 3 Comments
Racing is all about people, and one such person is John “Patto” Patterson, Clerk of the Course at Flemington for over 50 years. Roger Lowrey reviews a recent biography of this legend by Trevor Hastings.
Almanac History – January 30 over the years
January 30, 2020 by 18 Comments
The Almanac investigates January 30 – major events, births, cricket and the arts. There are too many to choose from, but Ian Hauser remembers some that left an impression on him.
Almanac (Baseball) Memoir: What’s in a name? You’d be surprised.
January 29, 2020 by 9 Comments
American correspondent Glenn Brownstein discovered his dad named him after a well known baseball player of the time. Read his terrific story about the origin of his name.
Almanac Memories: First day of school 1956, Noble Park PS.
January 28, 2020 by 6 Comments
With school about to recommence this week Col remembers his first day of primary school at Noble Park Primary School in 1956.
Balcony Banter – John Cain: A man for all women
January 21, 2020 by 4 Comments
Anne Cahill Lambert pays tribute to former Premier John Cain acknowledging his role in providing the opportunity for women to become members of the Melbourne Cricket Club.
Almanac Memories – Bringing me back
January 17, 2020 by 6 Comments
Family memories remind Andrew Starkie that he is grateful for his upbringing making him the person he is today.
17 January 1969 – the day I met W.A. (Bert) Oldfield
January 17, 2020 by 16 Comments
Roger Lowrey takes up our ‘On This Day’ theme to remember the day he met Bert Oldfield in 1969.
Almanac History – What happened on January 9? (Part Two)
January 14, 2020 by 4 Comments
Roger Lowrey reflects on events that happened in his life on January 9, over a three year period from 1971 – 1973.
Almanac Nostalgia – The Copper
January 14, 2020 by 4 Comments
An image of an old copper provokes childhood memories for Col.
Almanac Contemplation: Anson Cameron’s latest (from the Fairfax press)
January 6, 2020 by 5 Comments
Anson Cameron returns to Shepp and environs.
Eulogy – My Grandfather
December 19, 2019 by 8 Comments
Anna Pavlou has written a wonderful and loving tribute to her grandfather, a man who showed by example how to live a full and meaningful life. [We’re thinking of your family Anna, Nick and Dermie (James), at this time. James tells me your Papou (his Uncle Europe) was remembered in fine fashion at yesterday’s funeral and wake. JTH]
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