It’s a tough gig when you take on the assignment to cover the 2025 Barossa Vintage Festival, but someone had to do it. RITV stepped up to the plate (or was that the tasting bar?) to file this report.
Almanac Travel: Ghostly Queenstown
May 7, 2025 by 3 Comments
After a recent visit to Queenstown Ian Wilson found it a ghostly reminder of its former self from what he remembered during the time he lived in Tasmania some time ago he explains.
Big Head Retires
May 6, 2025 by 4 Comments
A footy poem by Damian Balassone about a footy retirement.
Almanac Poetry: Birds
May 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment
In this week’s poem, KD presents a specific and highly individual take on the avian class.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #8.
May 5, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson and Lynda continue their New York adventures and take in the Labor Day events in Brooklyn.
Almanac Music: Dylan Covers: International Style #3 – In Memoriam 2024
April 29, 2025 by 3 Comments
In this episode of ‘Dylan Covers’ Karl Dubravs present cover versions recorded by artists who passed away in 2024.
Almanac Life: The amazing tale of the Eagle and Hawk, his dad, his friend the former Giant and Docker, Tenacious Jack, the Archibald artist, my Dad and the Willie Wagtail. (Fathers’ Day – Part II)
April 29, 2025 by 12 Comments
Back in 2018 John Gordon wrote a beautiful account of the West Coast Eagles’ premiership win, a story which then appeared in ‘The Eagles Almanac 2018’. Now, a year after the passing of his father, Ray, John offers new and poignant insights into life, death, traditional beliefs – and willie wagtails.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #7
April 28, 2025 by Leave a Comment
More adventures from Ian and Lynda in New York City visiting more of the wonders this great city has to offer.
Almanac Life: Why April 26 is the real test
April 26, 2025 by 17 Comments
Ex-serviceman Ian Wilson presents his insights about ANZAC Day as well as some thought provoking suggestions as a means for future commemorations.
Almanac Music: ‘You can’t hide your lyin’ eyes’ – Songs Involving Lying
April 25, 2025 by 138 Comments
In this week’s instalment of KD’s epic series on popular song, the theme is songs involving lying. As is always the case, readers’ song choices and comments are warmly welcomed.
Almanac Life: Hair Now And Then
April 23, 2025 by 11 Comments
Hair loss is a very real issue for many of us. Allan Barden offers some thoughts on the process of balding.
Almanac (Papal) Prognostication: Searching for a new Pontiff
April 23, 2025 by 6 Comments
With the passing of Pope Francis, speculation abounds about who his successor will be. Regular correspondent Roger Lowrey offered his prognostications to the Almanac two months ago when Francis first fell ill. We’ll soon know how prescient his thoughts prove to be.
Almanac Poetry: Empty Football Oval on a Saturday Afternoon
April 22, 2025 by Leave a Comment
What’s in an empty oval? John Gordon offers two thoughts, both full of insight and meaning.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #6
April 21, 2025 by 2 Comments
With the 6th Edition of his ‘New York City Travel Shorts’, Ian Wilson and Lynda explore the exciting sights and sounds of Broadway, Central Park and The Guggenheim.
Almanac Poetry: The Ballad of Alexander Pearce
April 19, 2025 by 7 Comments
Kevin Densley suggests you read his poem this week with “fava beans and a nice bottle of Chianti” for reasons which will become obvious. [We are giving KD’s poem prominence again because of the reference to Alexander Pearce in a recent Ian Wilson piece.]
Almanac Illness: Fever
April 18, 2025 by 14 Comments
An ill Dips O’Donnell while reclining on the couch his fevered mind recalls images and words of advice from uncles years ago.
Almanac Travel: Closing The Book On Alexander Pearce
April 18, 2025 by 4 Comments
Ian Wilson continues his travels in Tasmania, this in and around Strahan, and in search of the infamous Alexander Pearce.
Almanac Life: ‘…and the Arab Steed wins the Mystery Pub Stakes in a canter’
April 17, 2025 by 10 Comments
Claire and Mickey were a little out of routine when they visited The Arab Steed on Hutt Street in ‘the bohemian quarter of Adelaide’. A new drop by Coopers caused Mickey some concern.
Almanac Life: The Campers
April 17, 2025 by 2 Comments
A local backstreet suddenly became a popular spot for campers and backpackers. Smokie explains what happened next.
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