The Netflix series “Tiger King” prompted in Smokie childhood memories of the old Bacchus Marsh Lion Park.
Almanac Music – ‘Wichita Lineman’: a 42-minute version
May 14, 2020 by 18 Comments
Mickey experienced a magical musical moment during his Swedish sojourn – from Jimmy Webb via Glen Campbell to the Dick Slessig Combo. (Allow some time for this one – Ed.)
Neil Craig: Elite Performer (Part 1)
May 12, 2020 by 56 Comments
Neil Craig’s career has been so prolific Rulebook is covering it in two parts, all starting with the Yorke Peninsula, Carmel Court and the Norwood Football Club.
Poem – The Shooting of Fred Lowry
May 12, 2020 by 15 Comments
Another slice of poetic Australian history from Kevin Densley. This time, the sorry demise of bank robber Fred Lowry.
Almanac Rugby League – Looking for an anniversary to mark in 2020?
May 12, 2020 by 4 Comments
Almanac debutant Tim Burke takes us back to the 1970 British rugby league Lions Tour of Australia and New Zealand to commemorate a special 50th anniversary. (Welcome aboard, Tim!)
Eddie Gilbert
May 11, 2020 by 5 Comments
A short innings caught in poetry by Damian Balassone – the unlikely contender Eddie Gilbert with quick as lightning pace, the immortally incumbent Don facing.
Almanac History: Moratorium
May 11, 2020 by 14 Comments
The Moratorium March, Royalty at the footy, the VFL’s first ever Sunday match, and VFL Park’s first game; 1970 was certainly a happening year for many things political- and footy-wise. This insightful piece from Glen! was posted a couple of years ago and this past weekend marked the 50th anniversary of the Moratorium March. [Well worth remembering – Ed.]
Almanac Life: Skater Boys
May 8, 2020 by 12 Comments
It might be difficult to comprehend, but Smokie once rode a skateboard – on the West Gate Bridge of all places!
Almanac Poetry – Some recent verse
May 8, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Some fantastic verse has been published on our site in recent times. Check them out here.
#almanac280 ‘COVID-19’ writing competition: we have a winner (two actually)
May 8, 2020 by 2 Comments
Thanks for your entries in the latest #almanac280 writing competition. Another small feast of creativity.
Almanac Horseracing – Four characters in search of a racecourse
May 7, 2020 by 6 Comments
Four mug punters go virtual to take in the 2020 Warrnambool May Racing Carnival. By the end of Day 2, they finally had a ‘system’ that worked. [Some splendid new racing terminology introduced here – JTH]
Almanac Writing Competition – #almanac280: COVID-19
May 7, 2020 by 47 Comments
A new writing challenge for those who are Twitter inclined, or for those who just value brevity. But hurry! This comp closes 6pm Thursday.
Sausage Roll Review: (not quite) Hurling on Hurtle Square
May 6, 2020 by 21 Comments
Even during Covid-19 Mickey Randall finds an opportunity to purchase a sausage roll; here’s his review, is it hit or miss?
Almanac Poetry – A Beer With No Pub
May 6, 2020 by 12 Comments
Dips has had enough! Airing his frustration in satirical verse, it’s time to re-open the pubs and let the good times roll he urges. [Ed: We’ll drink to that!]
SA’s Lost Video Treasures – Vol 2: BetaMax
May 6, 2020 by 19 Comments
Swish has opened that other box of SA themed videos. Maybe he shouldn’t have. [But we’re glad he did – Ed].
‘Jovial Jack Fergie……’ by KB Hill
KB Hill tells us about Jack Ferguson, the Wangaratta Magpies champion full-back and, later, 3NE radio commentator extraordinaire. He was a pretty good shoe salesman, too!