Elvis Presley fan Stan Kluzek recently participated in ‘The Elvis Presley Tour of America’. One of the highlights for Stan was the visit to RCA Studio B in Nashville where Elvis recorded many of his hits.
Almanac Pies Celebration: Howe good is he?
November 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Nicole Kelly is itching to remind herself of the magnificent Collingwood premiership season which she does in this reflection based around Jeremy Howe.
Winter to Spring
September 26, 2023 by 3 Comments
The butterfly is the proof of spring as indicated by Damian Balassone’s poem, ‘Winter to Spring’.
Almanac (Women’s) Footy: The Payneham Falcons are flying high !
September 22, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Verity Sanders explains the expansion and on-field success of the Payneham Falcons Football Club’s women’s program. Vying with their men’s teams for equal status within the club, there’s a blueprint here for others to consider. (An exciting, enthusiastically expounded exemplar of how to make a club prosper – Ed.)
Almanac Teams: Last Game Debuts
August 25, 2023 by 6 Comments
Rodney Boyd has done some fantastic digging again as he curates the data collected of football players who have made their career debut on the last day of the regular home and away season.
Balcony Banter: Cotch and Jack(s) – thanks for everything!
August 24, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Dave Campbell took his mother to see the farewell match for Cotch and Jack. Read his Balcony Banter article here.
Almanac Footy: The Joy of Reunions
July 21, 2023 by 5 Comments
Ian Wilson reflects on Coorparoo Roos’ players and supporters reunion that was held last weekend. Reminiscing the glory days of the 80s and meeting up with old mates and former VFL and AFL players who attended the event.
Almanac (Sport) Economics: The Economics of Major Events
July 20, 2023 by 1 Comment
Tim Harcourt considers the variables that decide whether or not a major sports event is commercially viable.
Almanac Teams: Players better known for other pursuits
July 17, 2023 by 14 Comments
From cricket to tennis or even the court bench, Rodney Boyd’s side this week consists of players who had a bit of talent on the field, but made more of their abilities off it.
Round 15 – Haiku Bob – as the crow flies
June 29, 2023 by 3 Comments
Haiku Bob returns to share another experience at the MCG where the Pies stole victory from the jaws of defeat against the Crows
Almanac Life: Open a Kissing Gate
June 28, 2023 by 4 Comments
Mickey Randall poetically describes his Friday night travels into the countryside where he’d celebrate his birthday dinner
Round 10 – Haiku Bob – all the attention
May 24, 2023 by 1 Comment
Haiku Bob is back as he reflects another memorable night out at the ‘G witnessing Collingwood take home the win over their arch rivals
Round 2 – Collingwood v Port Adelaide: Hunting in numbers (Floreat Pica Society)
March 26, 2023 by 1 Comment
International coverage of Round 2 for the Floreat Pica Society, with Garry Stock (in Israel) and Ziggy (at the MCG) reporting. They found a lot to enjoy.
Almanac Poetry: At Isobel’s
March 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
A long-ago stay at a well-known Australian novelist’s house on the Great Ocean Road in Victoria inspired this week’s poem from Kevin Densley.
Almanac Music: 12 sleeps ‘til No Sleep
February 6, 2023 by 9 Comments
Rick Kane and Co. took to Brunswick for a gig by country band ‘No Sleep ’til Texas’ – the verdict? Eight thumbs up.
Almanac Life: When Robo-author comes knocking
January 24, 2023 by 9 Comments
As the editor of the Almanac website, John Harms receives many emails from content providers. In the light of the recent Nick Cave discussion, he explains what he’s been receiving in recent times.
Almanac Footy: Barracking for the Vics??
December 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
John Gordon grapples with the terms of how and where should loyalties lie in a sport. Each individual have their own unique and complex situations but John shares his pivotal shift in barracking for a different side and how it came to be.
Almanac Music: The Mother Lode – Ten Rock Songs on the Heavier Side
December 9, 2022 by 12 Comments
KD looks at ten key rock songs – on the heavier side – that were important in his young years, and invites Almanackers to share some of theirs.
Trial Post
October 25, 2022 by Leave a Comment
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