Mickey Randall returns to his theme of Sports Day postulating the origins of the triple jump. He concludes that the ancient suffering of the event, for both officials and athletes, lives on.
Almanac Other Sports: A Brief History of the Triple Jump and Human Suffering
March 16, 2026 by 4 Comments
Round 1 – Melbourne v St Kilda: Unknown Dees v Unreliable Saints
March 15, 2026 by 2 Comments
In the ‘unknown’ v ‘unreliable’ match at the MCG in round 1, Ian Wilson provides a quarter-by-quarter description of all the action. He was impressed by the Dees terrific team effort, but was disappointed by the same old Saints.
Almanac Footy: Carlton 2026 season preview
December 31, 2025 by 4 Comments
How will Carlton fare in 2026? Micky McTigger runs his discerning eye over the Blues’ list
Almanac Cricket: An appreciation of Ian Chappell – Part 2
November 17, 2025 by 7 Comments
Reject Phil continues his appreciation of Ian Chappell with an overview of why it was good to be in South Australia in the 60s and 70s.
Almanac Footy Comment: Gather Round is the solution
November 14, 2025 by 2 Comments
Miles Wilks thinks that the recently announced Wildcard Round is an answer to the wrong question. By drawing on overseas examples, he offers an alternative framework which may well provide the answer to what he believes to be the right question.
Almanac Film: A few movies purportedly about rock and roll
July 8, 2025 by 5 Comments
While Earl O’Neill ponders the makeup of his Top 10 songs from the years 1954-1977, in the meantime, he presents his thoughts and selections about films ‘purportedly about rock and roll’.
Almanac Teams: Surprise Sharpshooters (Part 3)
June 23, 2025 by 1 Comment
The finale of Rodney Boyd’s garrison of goalkickers that only kicked a bag on very few occasions. This time he looks at the players who did it during rather limited careers of under 50 games.
Almanac Music: The Indelible Mike Rudd Turns 80!
June 17, 2025 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths attended Mike Rudd’s 80th birthday celebrations recently. A great time both music and birthday wise was had by all as Richard reports.
The Long and Winding Ride: Episode 4 – Wandiligong to Porepunkah: Gold River Country
May 28, 2025 by 6 Comments
Peter Clark hits Gold River Country on his ride from Wandiligong to Porepunkah in Part 4 as he continues his footy series ‘The Long and Winding Ride’.
Almanac Travel: Travel Shorts NYC #10
May 19, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Ian and Lynda attend amateur night at The Apollo Theatre in the Bronx during their New York stay.
Almanac Music: Songs And Moments #3 – The Tuna Can On Wheels And Talking Heads
March 10, 2025 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson remembers another song that reminds him of a momentous time in his life.
Almanac Footy: Significant Signposts As A Diehard Saints Supporter
March 7, 2025 by 8 Comments
One premiership in 151 years leaves many St Kilda supporters in deep despair laments die-hard Saint Ian Wilson.
Almanac Books: ‘It’s in the Genes’ – Machine Team Siblings: Part 2 – The Colliers
February 21, 2025 by 2 Comments
Part 2 of an extract from Des Tobin’s book ‘It’s in the Genes: Australian Football Families’ features famous Collingwood FC brothers Harry and Albert ‘Leeter’ Collier part of the Collingwood’s ‘Machine Team’ of the 1920/30s.
Almanac Music: Dylan Cover Songs – Aussie Style: YouTube Missing In Action
February 11, 2025 by 6 Comments
For now, this is the final edition of Karl Dubravs’ excellent ‘Dylan Cover Songs’ series and it features songs not available on YouTube.
Almanac Cricket: Australia clinches 3-1 series victory against India
January 30, 2025 by Leave a Comment
ACS journalism scholar Liam McCullagh reviews the recent Australia v India series.
Almanac Music : Top Albums of 2024
December 31, 2024 by 9 Comments
Luke Reynolds takes us out of 2024 with his ninth annual list of top Australian albums for the year.
Another Photo Quiz: Name these three sportsmen
December 22, 2024 by 5 Comments
Three fine chaps. Can you name them?
Almanac Footy History: Chris Kiernan – Help!
November 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Citrus Bob Utber seeks the assistance of Almanackers for further information about Chris Kiernan, the footballer who failed to show up for Fitzroy in the 1899 Grand Final against South Melbourne.
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