Warren Tapner has written a poem about the art of umpiring.
Identity Calling
May 24, 2017 by Leave a Comment
How do modern Aussies define themselves, and is increasing nationalisation changing our identity?
From Billy Elliott to Suedehead, in 6 minutes in the car, on a glorious Marrickville morning
May 23, 2017 by 4 Comments
Cranky Pete has a music revolution in a six minute span whilst driving home.
Lou Richards’ Master Class At Melbourne High
May 22, 2017 by 2 Comments
Braham Dabscheck recalls the time Lou Richards and Jack Dyer were invited to give a talk at Melbourne High School. Easily the most engaging talk he ever heard as a student.
Living Footy at Williamstown Literary Festival
May 22, 2017 by 1 Comment
The Footy Almanac will be at Willy Lit Fest this year. Come along to see John Harms, Yvetter Wroby and Kerrie Soraghan talking about their love and obsession with footy. Come along for a what will be a delightful session.
Mundy Morning
May 20, 2017 by 16 Comments
Kate Birrel uses her paint brush to illustrate Richmond’s Munday morning blues.
Iconic Instants in Music
May 19, 2017 by 11 Comments
Mickey Randall with some iconic moments in song by some legendary artists. The Beatles, Guns ‘n’ Roses, Radiohead. Aural intoxicants.
4 Kids Future: Sportsman’s Day
May 18, 2017 by Leave a Comment
A special fundraising event to help fund a trust for four children who lost their parents in tragic circumstances on Anzac Day in Wangaratta.
Haiku Bob – Round 8 – nothing between
May 17, 2017 by 2 Comments
Autumn beauty wasn’t enough for Haiku Bob or Collingwood as Stevie J broke Pies fans hearts.
Almanac Footy History: A tribute to those Geelong players who were killed in wars
May 17, 2017 by 3 Comments
Anna Pavlou pays tribute to war heroes who also played football for the Geelong Football Club. Her focus on Joe Henry Slater’s life is powerful.
Take me out to the ball game
May 12, 2017 by 7 Comments
A touching tribute by Chris Daley to his mate’s dad, Peter Wood, a genuine legend of sport in the south-west of Victoria. A timely reminder of the simplicity and importance of enjoying time with friends and family at a game of sport.
Haiku Bob Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: racing clouds
May 10, 2017 by 6 Comments
Haiku Bob is sad. You’ll see why. [Nice – JTH]
Kicking The Stigma Project: Tasmania
May 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Stepping out onto the field, Jackson Clark encountered a few players who openly talked about their mental health issues. It is a promising show for the future generations where this stigma is removed once and for all.
An Ode to Kade Simpson
May 7, 2017 by 1 Comment
Skinny legs and big, blue heart, the terrier from Princes Park as expressed in verse by Warren Tapner.
Haiku Bob: Round 6 – a shade more
May 4, 2017 by 4 Comments
A wonderful collection of haikus from Haiku Bob celebrating a win
Haiku Bob – Round 5: one slow moment
April 28, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob on the Anzac Day clash.
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