The ultimate fate of Fitzroy in the AFL was decided by a group of middle-aged men in suits at Punt Road Oval, as William Westerman recounts in this conclusion to his trilogy marking 25 years since the first (and hopefully only) merger in VFL/AFL history was confirmed.
Almanac Poetry: The Local Mayor Launches a Literary Magazine
July 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Some book and magazine launches can be ok; some excruciating. This week’s poem by Kevin Densley depicts an example of the latter. (Any resemblance to any person living or dead is purely coincidental. Contains minor strong language.)
Almanac Memoir (and Music): The Last Time
July 2, 2021 by Leave a Comment
In this Friday’s piece, KD looks at ‘last times’, both personal and those more broadly historical in nature.
Almanac Music: Wantok Musik Newsletter
July 2, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Check out the latest newsletter from Wantok Musik including details of Kutcha Edwards’ new album release, as well as information about other notable performers from the label.
Almanac (Footy) Art and History: 1904 VFL Grand Final: Fitzroy v Carlton
July 1, 2021 by 3 Comments
DJ Williams continues his series of articles combining art and football history. This time he covers the 1904 Grand Final between Fitzroy and Carlton.
Almanac Book Launch: ‘And Bring the Darkness Home: The Tony Dell Story’
June 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The Governor-General of Australia, David Hurley AC, DSC, FTSE, will launch ‘And Bring the Darkness Home: The Tony Dell Story’ by Greg Milam on Friday 27 August 2021. Full details are in this post.
Jake Lever Leaving
June 29, 2021 by 4 Comments
‘Jake Lever Leaving’, a poem from Damian Balassone, reflects the despair when a favourite footballer leaves the club.
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Irish Girl’ Part 1 – Tommy Mallet
June 29, 2021 by 3 Comments
Tommy Mallet has written an epic poem in three major parts telling the tale of a relationship and all its many vicissitudes. Enjoy Part 1 of ‘The Irish Girl’. [Editor’s warning: mature themes are contained in the poem]
The Merger Trilogy: A Man Walked Into a Bar
June 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
It was 25 years ago that one of the most significant and earth-shaking events in the VFL/AFL’s 124 year history took place. William Westerman (author of ‘Merger’) has a three-part series on the machinations around Fitzroy’s path from proud original club to subject of administration and economic rationalisation. This is the first part of the trilogy.
Almanac Poetry: Sea Horse
June 28, 2021 by 4 Comments
This week’s poem from Kevin Densley is about childhood, beauty and loss.
Almanac Life: Riesling Trail Ramblings
June 25, 2021 by 11 Comments
Rambling The Riesling Trail on their e-bikes, Mickey Randall and Claire partake in the leisurely pleasures of wine tasting and pub meals along the way.
Almanac Fashion: Colac ‘Ready-To-Wear’
June 25, 2021 by 2 Comments
This week, in his regular Friday column, KD discusses his idea for a new fashion line, mainly inspired by Colac and Picasso.
Almanac Life: Buses, Trains and Automobiles
June 25, 2021 by 8 Comments
It wasn’t quite as adventurous as the journey Steve Martin and John Candy took in the film ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’, but Smokie’s trip was memorable nonetheless.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry: ‘Opportunity’ – Bill Wootton
June 22, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Bill Wootton’s footy poem ‘Opportunity’ reflects a split second decision that should have won Collingwood the Anzac Day clash against Essendon in 1995.
Almanac Music: North Melbourne Surf Club – ‘Banned from the Beach’
June 22, 2021 by 1 Comment
The sound of the surf guitar is a timeless sound. Col Ritchie has discovered a Melbourne band epitomising the instrumental surf bands of the 60s.
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Theys’ – Tommy Mallet
June 22, 2021 by 1 Comment
Tommy Mallet’s poem ‘The Theys’ considers a prospective death and the issues surrounding it.
Almanac Poetry: The Poem of My Enemy Has Not Been Anthologised
June 21, 2021 by 5 Comments
According to Kevin Densley, what was his motivation for this week’s poem? ‘Sometimes a poet just needs to vent!’
Almanac (Footy) Memoir: Being where the ball ain’t!
June 18, 2021 by 8 Comments
Richard Griffiths played his schoolboy footy at Carey Grammar where he was handy enough to be noticed by some officials from Glenferrie Oval. This is the story of his memorable career at the Hawthorn Football Club. [Top yarn – JTH]
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