Bob Hawke was the greatest Australian of Peter Baulderstone’s lifetime. He reminisces about Canberra politics in the 1980’s and the great man’s love of sport and people. Hawke’s prodigious achievements and his all too human failings made most Australians fall in love with him. (Share your memories of Hawke the man, politician and sports lover – Ed.)
Everyday Obituaries: Brendan ‘Bourkie’ Bourke
May 17, 2019 by 4 Comments
Bourkie, one of life’s great characters, died a few weeks ago. His funeral was a magnificent tribute to his rich life. This is PJ Brangan’s eulogy introduced by John Harms.
Haiku Bob – Round 8: moments that linger
May 17, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob recreates the tension of an unexpectedly close day at the footy.
Footy Poetry – Hanger
May 15, 2019 by 5 Comments
Damian Balassone on Ashley Sampi. A nod to past and present events.
Almanac Art – Kate Birrell: Street Rhythm Exhibition 21 May (opening night function) – 9th June
May 13, 2019 by 1 Comment
“Street Rhythm” is an exciting new exhibition of Kate Birrell’s recent paintings. The exhibition will be held at Chapel off Chapel, Prahran from 21st May to 9th June. Join Kate for Opening Night from 6.00pm to 8pm on Tuesday 21st May.
Reds Foundation (Fitzroy FC) Political Lunch with Hung Le
May 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Book now for lunch with Hung Le speak at the Reds Foundation and Fitzroy FC on Saturday 18th May at the Brunswick St Oval..
Almanac Music: Introducing Heed the Porter (especially today, May 10, because their single comes out today)
May 10, 2019 by 4 Comments
Heed the Porter are an alt rock/blues band from Brisbane. They have much to offer. Do yourself a favour…
Almanac Anniversaries: A Quick Thank You from Matt Zurbo
May 9, 2019 by 6 Comments
Matt Zurbo looks at the clock and realises he’s been writing for the Almanac for ten years. He’s a do-er. But he stops for a minute to think about why. [Thanks Matt. It’s yours as much as anyone’s. – JTH]
Haiku Bob – Round 7: nature calls
May 9, 2019 by 4 Comments
Haiku Bob is grappling with more than football.
Footy Poetry: Mongrel Punt Proverb
May 8, 2019 by 4 Comments
Proverbially succinct advice from Damian Balassone.
Almanac Roadtrips – To Uluru: Part 5. Right here
May 7, 2019 by 22 Comments
E.regnans and family make it to Uluru. It makes E.regnans wonder. His big questions are answered by his children. This is the final part of ER’s roadtrip series. [Thanks for this ride ER – JTH]
Almanac Roadtrips – To Uluru: Part 4. Compelled
May 6, 2019 by 4 Comments
“Compelled,” wrote Patrick White. And now E.regnans and family are drawn closer to the geographical centre of Australia as they endure the heat of summer on Day 4 of their roadtrip Uluru.
Pub Review: Hotel Victor, Victor Harbor
May 6, 2019 by 13 Comments
Sometimes a discount voucher is no bonus. Mickey Randall didn’t have the greatest time at the Hotel Victor.
Almanac Roadtrips – To Uluru: Part 3. Fried egg
May 4, 2019 by 6 Comments
To Uluru. Day 3. In temperatures approaching 50 degrees E.regnans and family motor their way towards the Dead Heart, across the parched, desolate ancient seabed.
Almanac Music: A Swiftian Rumination
May 3, 2019 by 1 Comment
Brian the Ruminator goes Swiftian – Jonathan and Tay Tay – to make a gentle and considered point about musical appreciation.
Almanac Roadtrips – To Uluru: Part 2. “Does it have a pool?”
May 3, 2019 by 9 Comments
Day 2 of the summer roadtrip of E.regnans and family. From Bordertown to Port Augusta. They take the back road through the Hills to Tanunda where the Apex Bakery is closed. And on to Port Augusta where he observes grey nomads and caravan life.
Almanac Horseracing – “The ‘Bool: The History of Racing in Warrnambool – from 1848” a book by by Mark McNamara
May 2, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Warrnambool carnival has just concluded. It’s long and rich history of horseracing has inspired a book from Mark McNamara, with content spanning from the origins of racing in the region in 1848 up until the present day. (published in May, 2018)
Haiku Bob – Round 6: glimpses of me
May 1, 2019 by 1 Comment
Haiku Bob offers mere glimpses through the Essendon v Collingwood maelstrom, cherished that they are
Almanac Poetry: Les Murray – ‘Nocturne’
April 30, 2019 by 26 Comments
Sadly, Les Murray died yesterday. We featured this poem, ‘Nocturne’, in the early days of the Almanac site. It is one of John Harms’s favourite Les Murray poems.
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