Kate Birrell is a proud parent experiencing the joy of watching a growing son and his deeds on the cricket field, especially clocking a cracking six!
“Talking Sideways” – by Reg Dodd & Malcolm McKinnon
December 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
“Talking Sideways”, a new book by Reg Dodd & Malcolm McKinnon is a story about Aboriginal life, of living and growing up around Finniss Springs in South Australia’s arid north.
Desert Island Books – Feeding the mind: Which books will you take?
December 6, 2019 by 24 Comments
We’ve fed the soul with music, now it’s time to feed the mind with books. Nominate the books you’d like to read “lost” on a desert island.
Two Kicks – Bernie Quinlan’s Traralgon
December 5, 2019 by 14 Comments
Shane Reid has deep roots in Traralgon which means he is immersed in the mystique of Bernie Quinlan, the town’s favourite son. Shane takes us on a visit to his ‘gateway town’ to explore, reminisce and absorb the aura. (A beautiful piece of writing – Ed.)
Almanac Politics: Say it ain’t so Joe!
December 4, 2019 by 4 Comments
What did we ever do to Joe Biden?
Almanac Music: Norman’s Rare Guitars
December 4, 2019 by 2 Comments
I was looking for Minuet in G when up popped this. Had never heard of Norman’s Rare Guitars. Got a spare half hour?
Pub Review: The Lighthouse Wharf, Port Adelaide
November 30, 2019 by 13 Comments
Mickey Randall, eloquent as ever; some maritime thoughts, and his review of the Lighthouse Wharf Hotel in Port Adelaide, a delight to read and savour. Check it out.
Daff’s father, Terry Daffey RIP
November 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Almanac community is saddened by the death of Terry Daffey (Paul Daffey’s father).
Almanac History – November 27 is quite a day in the calendar of sport and music
November 27, 2019 by 4 Comments
The Almanac takes you down Memory Lane to see what happened in the worlds of cricket and rock music on this date. It’s a journey from bright lights to mayhem.
A letter of thanks to U2: Surrender (The Joshua Tree tour, Melbourne)
November 18, 2019 by 19 Comments
They’re one of the biggest bands in the world, with a career spanning decades, but amidst the dark hours and a cast of thousands, our E.r experienced U2’s music in a way that resonated deep within his soul – here he shares the experience as best he can in mere words.
Sausage Roll Review: Banjo’s, Moseley Square, Glenelg
November 15, 2019 by 18 Comments
Mickey Randall has partaken in a taste test of sausage rolls purchased from a new bakery in Adelaide. And his verdict? Find out here.
Footscray/Western Bulldogs Past Players from the VFL/AFL
November 14, 2019 by 2 Comments
The Footscray/Western Bulldogs Past Players held their 2019 AGM recently. Paul O’Connor sent this photo.
Footy Town: an experiential book review
November 14, 2019 by 9 Comments
Henry Ballard’s attitude to reading changed over the duration of his recently completed Bachelor of Communications degree at Deakin University. “Footy Town” was an integral read for him in the final stages of his course as his review of the book reveals. [Henry was an intern at The Footy Almanac during 2019 – Ed]
The ‘Esk Bradman’: who was Jack Badcock?
November 13, 2019 by 13 Comments
Some are never favoured by timing or luck. Dave Brown takes a fascinating look at the career highs and lows of Jack Badcock, the ‘Esk Bradman’.
Almanac Life: Eloise Learns to Ride
November 13, 2019 by 7 Comments
Andrew Starkie has a story about his daughter, a bike, and important first steps.
Match: South Australia v New South Wales 16-21 December 1927 by Bernard Whimpress
November 12, 2019 by 3 Comments
A new cricket book by Bernard Whimpress about a significant Sheffield Shield match in 1927 involving Don Bradman’s first class debut has just been released and is sure to be of great interest to all cricket aficionados. Check out the book details here.
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