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Almanac Music – David Bridie: Solomon Islands Ferry Disaster Appeal
April 15, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Bruce Dawe RIP – the Larrikin Laureate
April 7, 2020 by 14 Comments
Australia’s Everyman poet Bruce Dawe died on April 1st. His words and sensibility live on in thousands of hearts that have laughed, cried and nodded on reading his words over 60 years. His footy poems “Life Cycle” and “High Mark” are embedded in the heart of the game.
Balcony Banter – John Cain: A man for all women
January 21, 2020 by 4 Comments
Anne Cahill Lambert pays tribute to former Premier John Cain acknowledging his role in providing the opportunity for women to become members of the Melbourne Cricket Club.
Daff’s father, Terry Daffey RIP
November 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Almanac community is saddened by the death of Terry Daffey (Paul Daffey’s father).
Almanac Tribute – Danny Frawley will always touch us
September 22, 2019 by 1 Comment
Japanese correspondent and St Kilda fan Yoshi pays a fitting tribute to former Saint great Danny Frawley after his tragic death.
A life, well lived and well loved.
August 29, 2019 by 2 Comments
Earl O’Neill pays a wonderful tribute to his Perky Girl’s incredible mother, Esme Beer, for a life well lived and well loved.
RIP Hawkie – The Punter’s Pal
May 17, 2019 by 14 Comments
Bob Hawke was the greatest Australian of Peter Baulderstone’s lifetime. He reminisces about Canberra politics in the 1980’s and the great man’s love of sport and people. Hawke’s prodigious achievements and his all too human failings made most Australians fall in love with him. (Share your memories of Hawke the man, politician and sports lover – Ed.)
Living On: A Tribute to Fitzy
April 28, 2019 by 1 Comment
Anna Pavlou remembers her dear friend Fitzy who was a stalwart of Power House FC.
A tribute to Les Carlyon
March 15, 2019 by 12 Comments
John Harms knew Les Carlyon by his words. He pays tribute to the classic Australian story-teller.
Almanac Tributes: Hugh McIlvanney – one of sports writing’s finest
January 29, 2019 by 8 Comments
Peter Flynn has been a regular visit to the Antipodes over many years. As a result he has come to appreciate the fine sports writing on offer there – especially the descriptive and insightful prose of Hugh McIlvanney. Sadly McIlvanney died last week. P. Flynn went looking for the Scotsman’s powerful piece on Johnny Owen’s tragic final fight.
Sean Gorman on Tony Peek in The Guardian
October 4, 2018 by 2 Comments
On Monday October 1, long-serving AFL senior executive Tony Peek passed away after losing his battle with cancer at age 68. The football community mourned the loss of one of the game’s most loyal servants and Sean Gorman has written a lovely piece on Peek in The Guardian.
Vale Evelyn — a champion mum
July 2, 2018 by 14 Comments
Gigs pays tribute to his beloved mother who passed away early on Sunday morning. She was a true champion. [Our condolences Gigs – JTH]
Dear Eurydice
June 19, 2018 by 11 Comments
Haje Halabi shares his poignant thoughts as he joins the vigil for Eurydice Dixon.
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 Rugby League – A character from another era
May 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment
On a day celebrating characters from a bygone era, FNQ Almanacker Peter Hulthen came across this obituary in ‘The Townsville Bulletin’ recently. The wharf, the hustle and the footy – what a combination!
Jack Cavanagh – The Gentleman of Gold Coast Football
May 21, 2018 by 7 Comments
With the recent passing of Jack Cavanagh, footy in Queensland has lost a legendary figure. Murray Bird shares part of his story, including a famous grand final.
Memories of J Neville Turner
May 16, 2018 by 2 Comments
Roy Hay has some wonderful memories of recently passed academic, sports lover and author J Neville Turner, shared here with The Footy Almanac
RIP Jack Whitaker – US Sportscaster: When it was more than a game
Legendary US Sportcaster Jack Whitaker who died last week aged 95 was a regular face on Australian TV in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s. Peter Baulderstone provides some links to his work and reflects on why his reporting legacy ennobled sports and us.