Another icon of the music world has passed away – this time Jimmy Buffett. Col Ritchie remembers Jimmy and his music.
Almanac Photography: The Brilliance of Platon
September 4, 2023 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson has recently discovered the work of British-Greek photographer Platon Antoniou, who currently has an exhibition at the Ballarat Art Gallery
Almanac Poetry: Fiona, Me, and the Moon
September 4, 2023 by 2 Comments
Jerry Seinfeld may have said the following about this week’s poem from Kevin Densley: ‘Hey, what’s the deal with the moon? What’s it doing up there?’
Almanac Memoir: Uncle Colin
September 1, 2023 by 2 Comments
Kevin Densley has written a short memoir about his Uncle Colin, a tough man who grew up in ‘God’s Country’.
Almanac Travel: The Bolivian salt plains
August 31, 2023 by 18 Comments
Dips O’Donnell continues his extraordinary South American travels and highlights his visit exploring the incredible Bolivian salt plains. [Another ripping read Dips! – Ed]
Almanac Poetry: ‘Mercury and Icarus’ by James Walton
August 29, 2023 by 1 Comment
Like Icarus, the returned conscript in James Walton’s poem ‘Mercury and Icarus’, flew too close to the sun, and ended his football career.
Almanac Photography: 10th Annual Ballarat International Foto Biennale
August 29, 2023 by 2 Comments
Now living in Ballarat, Ian Wilson is enjoying all the city has to offer including the 10th Annual Ballarat International Foto Biennale.
Almanac Poetry: The ‘Vision’ Thing
August 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This week’s poem from Kevin Densley is a political one, dealing primarily with the Richmond debate of the 1992 U.S. Presidential Election, in which George Bush Senior went toe-to-toe with Bill Clinton…KD can see some humour in the situation, as most political performances allow
Almanac Names: The Origin of The Name Bendigo
August 28, 2023 by 1 Comment
Where has Ian Wilson placed his tongue as he explains the origins of how Bendigo got its name?
Almanac Lunch: Balme in the Barossa
August 27, 2023 by 8 Comments
Michael Sexton and his mate Jeff enjoyed the recent Footy Almanac lunch with Neil Balme and Anson Cameron at The Clubhouse in Tanunda. Michael also unpacks the swing Balmey took at Jeff many years ago.
Almanac Music: John Lennon’s Harmonica
August 25, 2023 by 43 Comments
John Lennon played the harmonica on numerous (mainly early) recordings by the Beatles. KD discusses these recordings and, as usual, invites readers to respond. In other words, readers are encouraged to contribute, in the comments section, their own choices of popular songs that employ harmonica (and this is certainly a case of ‘not only Bob’, though comments concerning Mr Zimmerman’s material are certainly welcomed).
Mystery Pub: Stanley Tucci to play Greg Chappell in upcoming biopic
August 24, 2023 by 8 Comments
Claire and Mickey visited the Britannia Hotel, possibly best known for the dreadful roundabout that abuts it. The problems it caused for generations had an unusual solution applied!
Almanac Footy History: Italo Cesari – Dromana’s Illustrious Footballer & Soldier
August 23, 2023 by 1 Comment
Historian Roger Spaull uncovers the fascinating life of Italo Cesari. The former Dromana FC footballer took part in the famous Pioneer Exhibition Match – the first game of Australia Rules to be played on foreign soil – in 1916, which provided the blueprint for modern Anzac Day football.
Almanac Roadtrips: An Extension to the Dad Joke
August 22, 2023 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson is at it again, this time with his take on the origins of the names of several Australian locations.
Almanac Poetry: Fighting Planes of World War Two
August 21, 2023 by 8 Comments
Ever tried to build a plastic model plane when you were a kid? Kevin Densley did, and this poem talks about the results. [Quite relatable – Ed]
Almanac Music and Cinema: Telek with David Bridie in concert, and at MIFF
August 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
David Bridie is appearing with George Telek in a gig at Memo Music Hall this weekend and both will feature in a movie shown during MIFF.
Almanac Life: Peter Maddern’s eulogy for Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch
August 14, 2023 by 11 Comments
Peter Maddern, better known as The Silver Bullet, gave this eulogy celebrating the character, life and influence of Fred Chocka Bloch.
Almanac Poetry: Happy Families
August 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This week’s poem from Kevin Densley is about families. Of course, they’re by no means perfect!
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