Haiku Bob’s in again to condense Round 14 into that most efficient of the poetry styles that he does so well
Almanac Everything (including Music): Fruity Ale and a Fire Bucket
June 28, 2018 by 10 Comments
We weren’t expecting a survey like this on the Almanac pages but it certainly has merit – especially when presented within a missive which describes the sanctuary of Mickey Randall’s home.
Almanac Art – Richmond: Stewart Street Mural
June 28, 2018 by 5 Comments
Andy Fuller came across a fantastic footy-inspired mural down in Richmond that he’s shared with us. Can anyone name the artist?
Almanac Art: Eyes on the Ball – Review from 1996
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The late Robert Rooney, artist and critic for The Australian, reviews a footy-art exhibition from the Ross Oakley era, in his characteristic sharp style.
Almanac Obituary – Last of the Place Kickers
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Gerard Coutts’ grandfather played in a few premierships for Horsham and South Ballarat, as well as being a serviceman in WW1. He is remembered for being the ‘last of the place kickers’ in this obituary.
Sport and Society: The most horrifying statistic in sports
June 26, 2018 by 2 Comments
It is an unpleasant reality that sport can bring out the worst in some people. Following recent coverage of the link between State of Origin results and spikes in domestic violence rates, we revisit Edward P. Olson’s examination of this issue in an overseas context.
Almanac Music – Feeling Whitney by Post Malone: Ambiguous Heart Wrench
June 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Are you Feeling Whitney today? Sean Mortell is.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry – The Rhymer: My Favourite things
June 26, 2018 by 3 Comments
Inspired by the Sound of Music, The Rhymer is moved to write about the rough and tumble of footy.
The Community Cup 2018 – this Sunday in Melbourne!
June 22, 2018 by 1 Comment
The Reclink Community Cup 2018 returns to Melbourne this Sunday, 24th June at Victoria Park with other States to follow. Get the details here.
Sunbury Literary Feast
June 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Bruno Lettieri is hosting the first Sunbury Twilight Literary Feast on the 30th June. It features Helen Garner and MIchael Leunig, among many others.
Almanac Art – Last few days of Footy as Art exhibition
June 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Art of Football exhibition, organised by Citrus Bob Utber, will finish this Sunday at 4pm in Cororooke. Do yourself a favour and check out the great work on show.
Respect for women – the conversation we shouldn’t be having
June 19, 2018 by 43 Comments
Violence against women needs urgent addressing. We are sadly reminded of its daily prevalence following the tragic murder of Eurydice Dixon last week. Here is reposted from 2016 – a series of web excerpts and videos around “respect” from Eddie McGuire, James Brayshaw, Danny Frawley, Wayne Carey, the Commonwealth of Australia’s “Respect” program, the Royal Commission into Family Violence, Erin Riley, Alan Jones and Clementine Ford.
Dear Eurydice
June 19, 2018 by 11 Comments
Haje Halabi shares his poignant thoughts as he joins the vigil for Eurydice Dixon.
Almanac Poetry – The Rhymer: What the coaches say
June 19, 2018 by 3 Comments
Introducing our new recruit, The Rhymer, with his first Almanac offering.
Almanac Art: Dreamtime for a Canadian
June 16, 2018 by 9 Comments
Artist Kendra Heil has had an opportunity to further her understanding of indigenous culture, which has inspired two fine pieces. She explains how it all came about.
Mother’s Day, with Gram
June 15, 2018 by 8 Comments
Jack Banister writes poignantly of his Grandma, going to the footy and visiting her in Middle Park.
Almanac Fiction – Daz Cooper Chapter 6: Rivers of suggestion
June 15, 2018 by 2 Comments
Daz Cooper returns – and he’s in class. His story is changing direction.
Haiku Bob – Round 12: breaking lines
June 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
A great day for haiku: a birthday, a stiff breeze, a tall Yank, a Pie win. See what Haiku Bob spotted.
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