Haiku Bob appreciates the nuances of light and ponders the odds in his take on Round 12.
Almanac Footy History – Henry Young: Champion Geelong footballer 1890-1910
June 18, 2019 by 5 Comments
Henry Young, Geelong Champion, 1890-1910, in words and picture as produced by artist, DJ Williams, represents an absorbing and informative account of Young’s footballing life.
Hey Charger!
June 17, 2019 by 18 Comments
Earl O’Neill reports about the development of his favourite Australian car, the Valiant E49 Charger, as his story explains. What is your favourite car?
Almanac Music: ‘I do love a Saturday arvo’
June 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Fans have always had their place in the game. As Captain Rock pointed out in the early 1980s when it still was all about Saturday arvo.
Almanac Photography – Bush Footy Grounds: Moon Rising at Macarthur
June 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Paul Buxton has been traveling in Victoria and sent in this delightful photo of the footy ground at Macarthur.
Almanac Art: Susan Sutton the artist and her art
June 12, 2019 by 1 Comment
Susan Sutton created the cover for the 2014 Footy Almanac. Her career and art are now featured in a book by author Marion Pescud. Details on the book and how to purchase it within.
Almanac Music: Farewell Roky and Dr John
June 11, 2019 by 2 Comments
Brian The Ruminator reflects upon the wonderful musical legacy left to us after the recent deaths of Dr John and Roky Erickson.
Almanac Food: Art and beauty in various forms
June 8, 2019 by 7 Comments
Ian Hauser is travelling in Europe and savouring the gastronomical delights on offer. Here he describes two very different set-course meals. [Very envious – Ed]
Almanac Beer – Review: Coopers XPA
June 6, 2019 by 7 Comments
The V8 punch Mickey Randall was expecting from the new Coopers XPA beer was not to be, unfortunately for him, it was a lightweight punch, and left him at the starting line.
Haiku Bob – Round 10: filled to the brim
May 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob reflects upon another Pies win, in haiku of course!
Almanac TV: A brief letter of thanks to Ricky Gervais for “After Life”
May 30, 2019 by 5 Comments
E.regnans is quite taken with Ricky Gervais’ “After Life”, available on Netflix. (Warning – there is some explicit language in this piece).
Almanac Art: Kate Birrell – Street Rhythm exhibition
May 22, 2019 by 2 Comments
Kate Birrell’s exhibition of Melbourne urban life, Street Rhythm, has opened at Chapel Off Chapel. Pictures and details within.
2019 Federal election – a sport perspective
May 22, 2019 by 4 Comments
Sport may not have captured many headlines during the Federal election campaign, but Greg Blood thinks it came out a significant winner. He looks at the comparative policies and funding proposals of both parties.
A student’s tribute to Bob Hawke
May 21, 2019 by 2 Comments
Sean Mortell is a first year university student – doing journalism. He discusses how the public memory of Bob Hawke has informed his understanding of him. [Very interesting to see what is strongest in the public memory – Ed]
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