Got a dead certainty for you! How often have punters heard this call only to be let down. Not in this case!
Almanac Horseracing – Vote for Super Seth in the All-Star Mile
January 26, 2020 by 6 Comments
Super Seth, co-owned by ‘Smokie’ Dawson, won the Caulfield Guineas during the Spring Carnival. Now you can help secure him a place in The All-Star Mile in March by adding your vote for its inclusion in the final field.
‘The Horseman……..’ by KB Hill
January 23, 2020 by 5 Comments
Peter McIntyre played in the Adelaide Crows’ very first match back in 1991. Footy and life have taken him in various directions ever since. KB Hill tells the tale of Peter’s perambulations.
Almanac Weekend Read: All (Dusty) Roads Lead to Landor
December 6, 2019 by 1 Comment
Dennis Gedling takes us way out West for the ninety-eighth running of the Landor Cup. It’s a three-day carnival about all that is best in country racing. (Make yourself a cuppa and enjoy this feature – Ed.)
The Almanac Melbourne Cup 2019 Trifecta (We won!)
November 7, 2019 by 1 Comment
We came up with a trifecta at the Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms. And it won!
Almanac Flashback – That one day in November: Pamela Sherpa
November 5, 2019 by 12 Comments
From her 2010 story Pamela Sherpa tells of her attempts to watch the big race while on a casual relief teaching stint.
Almanac Flashback – The Melbourne Cup: Matt Zurbo
November 5, 2019 by 9 Comments
In an Almanac Flashback from 2014, Matt Zurbo reflects on the traditions of racing, from about as far away from the glamour of Flemington as you can get.
Racing: Horses get sick, don’t they – Part 7
November 4, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Read on for Part 7 of Matt Watson’s saga on the 2007 Equine Influenza crisis.
Almanac Lunch: The Footy Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch
November 2, 2019 by Leave a Comment
All welcome at the Footy Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch (Nov 4). With VRC Handicapper Greg Carpenter. Help us pick a trifecta. Details in this post. Bookings essential.
Sal’s Derby Day Preview – It’s Christmas Day for Punters
November 2, 2019 by Leave a Comment
‘Derby Day remains the best day on the racing calendar’, according to Sal. With his usual fearless approach, he nominates his winner for the big day tomorrow.
Racing: Horses get sick, don’t they? – Part 6
October 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Matt Watson continues his compelling account of the outbreak of the Australian equine influenza epidemic and its ramifications in 2007.
All bets are off
October 28, 2019 by 5 Comments
Les Everett has grown up around racing, has seen a lot and had fun along the way. Here he shares with us his thoughts about the industry and why he’s taking a step back from the punt.
Racing: Horses get sick, don’t they? – Part 5
October 28, 2019 by 2 Comments
“The industry just didn’t get it.” Matt Watson’s series on the 2007 equine influenza crisis continues. Despite the belated efforts of the authorities, the equine flu rages on.
Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Oct 25: Jack the Insider and The Fine Cotton Fiasco
October 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Footy Almanac Lunch on Oct 25 features ‘Jack the Insider’ who will regale us with the story of The Fine Cotton Fiasco. [Great book. This will be a laugh – JTH]
Racing: Horses get sick, don’t they? – Part 4
October 21, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Matt Watson’s series on the 2007 outbreak of equine influenza is continued, as the Queensland government struggle to find vaccinations for the vulnerable horses.
Almanac Flashback – Crio’s Racing: Caulfield Cup memories and other speculation
October 15, 2019 by 61 Comments
With the Caulfield Cup looming The Footy Almanac reprises a Crio story from 2012 about his memories of the great race as well as his tips and thoughts for the race that year. Did he bring home the bacon?
Almanac Racing – Guineas Day and a Pineapple for Dinner
October 14, 2019 by 3 Comments
Kate Birrell’s celebration of a Yellow and Black flag has metamorphosed into Spring racing at the Caulfield Guineas – complete with the odd winning punt, shared fried chicken with the kids and artwork to capture the moment.
Almanac Horseracing – Turnbull Epsom Day Preview: The view from the north
October 4, 2019 by 5 Comments
Footy is over, the Spring Racing Carnival is here, and so are Sal’s tips from sunny Queensland for racing at Flemington and Royal Randwick. Check them out for a winner!
Plenty of horses and beer at Casterton but where are the kelpies?
May 22, 2019 by 5 Comments
Roger Lowrey heads to the home of the kelpie, Casterton, by the Glenelg River where the famous jumps course features fences which are actually alive and growing. He meets locals and visitors all united in the love of a punt and an ale on Cup day.
Almanac Horseracing – Oakbank: Best picnic racing carnival on the planet
April 24, 2019 by 1 Comment
Roger Lowrey is a fan of the world’s greatest picnic racing carnival – Oakbank! This year he is there for Saturday’s card. These are his observations.
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