Don’t miss the next Odd Friday Lunch with ‘Dons legend Alec Epis, who’ll be chatting wine, footy and la dolce vita on the 9th of March
First Day of School
March 5, 2018 by 15 Comments
Andrew Starkie shares a poignant tale of the disarming, charming and at times, alarming nature of parenthood
Political Football (Coaches)
March 2, 2018 by 4 Comments
Brin Paulsen is imagining Australian political figures as footy coaches. And he has them pretty well worked out.
Almanac Glassware: Southwark Mugs
March 1, 2018 by 10 Comments
Mickey Randall has enjoyed a 26 year relationship with his Southwark mugs. Here’s why.
A letter from summer
February 23, 2018 by 13 Comments
As another summer finishes rolling on, leaving some behind, E.regnans reflects on life, death and our physical, sporting and political landscapes
A response to Earl O’Neill’s fashion tips (from Tom Junod)
February 22, 2018 by 1 Comment
Earl O’Neill recently offered some fashion advice to Almanac readers – well, blokes really. He paid little attention to skivvies. This piece by Tom Junod, published in GQ, offers some counterbalance. [I am eternally grateful to Jimmy ‘Two Bob’ Weston for a number of things – and this is one of them. JTH]
Clothes maketh the man
February 20, 2018 by 23 Comments
With standards slipping dangerously, at last, gentlemen, Earl O’Neill shares his tips for looking sharp. Because “looking sharp is important.” [Magnificent – Ed].
AFL: Alphabet Soup
February 18, 2018 by 7 Comments
Peter Baulderstone loves footy. But he’s confused by all the brands. He shares the AFL’s latest marketing plan. They are keen to receive more suggestions.
Schrödinger’s Cat – a Valentine’s Day Story about Life, the Universe and Footy
February 16, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Theoretical physics thought experiments, Mr Ed, fan fiction and Aussie Rules are all connected. An early season reflection from George Smith
Almanac (Cricket) Haircuts: A Fringe Player?
February 15, 2018 by 1 Comment
Bush cricket photos from Peter Argent. He reckons the Sevenhill offie M. Wells could do with a trim. [Classic – JTH]
Almanac Book Review: The Rules of Backyard Cricket by Jock Serong
February 12, 2018 by 9 Comments
Read Swish’s review of Jock Serong’s 2016 Australian thriller, ‘The Rules of Backyard Cricket’.
Almanac (TV) Memoir: Three Little Bops
February 10, 2018 by 22 Comments
Beaut memories from Mickey Randall as he looks back at his boyhood TV and the binding power of Thee Little Bops. [Super piece. Thanks Mickey – JTH]
Everyday Obituaries: Patricia (Pat) Collins
February 8, 2018 by 4 Comments
Anthony ‘Gulbo’ Collins, known in these parts by his nom de plume ‘Mulcaster’, delivered these fine words at the funeral of his mother Pat. She was the personification of love.
Tassie footy in the context of community, people, life
February 7, 2018 by 2 Comments
This beautiful song and clip from David Bridie, set in Tasmania, is a reminder of footy and community. It’s timely.
Almanac Art: Opening Night of ‘You Kick Like A Girl’
February 6, 2018 by 1 Comment
A fine night was had by all at the opening of “You Kick Like a Girl” and Lyn Campbell-Anderson took the photos to prove it. Exhibition open until February 18th at Red Gallery, 157 St Georges Road Fitzroy North.
Tamworth: the ritual
February 6, 2018 by 4 Comments
Andrew Starkie writes on Tamworth, on old mates and on ritual.
Almanac Exclusive: Footy Almanac Haiku T-Shirts for sale
February 4, 2018 by 7 Comments
Haiku Bob, Chris Rees and the Footy Almanac bring you some genuinely original T-shirts.
Almanac Music: Vale Mark E Smith. The Unrepentant Poet of Post Rock
January 30, 2018 by 5 Comments
Gone too soon at 60. Read Dennis Gedling’s tribute to Mark E Smith, frontman of Manchester post-punk band The Fall.
Remembering Festival Hall – The Night Jezza and George Walked Out on the Blues
January 29, 2018 by 9 Comments
Reflecting on the loss of another treasured Melbourne venue – Warren Tapner reminds us of some of Festival Hall’s rich history outside of the music world.
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