No matter what others thought, Matt Zurbo thoroughly enjoyed the breakdancing performance by Raygun at the Olympics because of the humour, irreverence, ‘and a laconic disregard for norms’ that were displayed, but mostly because it was so bad!!.
Sexual Calisthenics
August 13, 2024 by 4 Comments
A brief poem from Damian Balassone about coming off second best.
Round 22 – Essendon v Gold Coast Suns: A Big Mac upsets the Bombers!
August 13, 2024 by 4 Comments
It took a Big Mac to ground the Bombers eating up their chances of playing in the finals in 2024.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2024: Round 22 Review / Round 23 Preview
August 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2024 reviews Round 22 match against Sydney, and Previews upcoming match against Brisbane.
Almanac Teams: Arrivals and Departures (Sydney)
August 12, 2024 by 5 Comments
You may have cheer, cheered these players in red and white or other colours over their footy careers – it’s Rodney Boyd’s Sydney Arrivals and Departures
Almanac Poetry: I warn you
August 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This week’s poem from KD is a warning to all of its readers. [And editors – Ed.]
Twelve Recommendations from Twelve Months in Ballarat
August 12, 2024 by 9 Comments
A year on from moving to Ballarat with his partner, Ian Wilson provides us with a rundown on his favourite local spots
Almanac Footy History: ‘Kicking Against the Wind’
August 10, 2024 by 1 Comment
Roy Hay tells us about a new book, a history of the Portarlington Football Netball Club. Copies are available now.
Almanac Podcasts: Matt Zurbo interview on CDFNL Insiders Podcast
August 10, 2024 by 3 Comments
Matt Zurbo was recently interviewed on the ‘CDFNL Insiders’ podcast reflecting on his life in country footy.
Almanac Travel (and footy tips): Sal’s Travel Diary 2024 – Greetings from France
August 9, 2024 by 1 Comment
Sal’s Travel Diary 2024 continues with the joys and delights of Paris, the Olympics, and Lyon, and footy tips for Round 22.
Almanac Travel: New Orleans, 1990
August 9, 2024 by 7 Comments
Smokie tells the story of his visit to New Orleans in 1990
Almanac Music: Some oldies but goldies!
August 9, 2024 by 3 Comments
Here are a few ‘golden oldies’ that popped up on Col’s internet feeds for your enjoyment.
NRL Round 22 – Rabbit in the Vineyard: I did not switch over from the Olympics for much of this…
August 8, 2024 by 2 Comments
Rabbit in the Vineyard found the Olympic Games a more inviting spectacle than South Sydney’s ongoing poor form.
Almanac Footy (Observation): Footy imitates art
August 8, 2024 by 3 Comments
Does art imitate footy, or is it the other way around? Ged McMahon contemplated this dilemma with respect to the Bombers v Dockers clash last weekend.
Round 21 – Haiku Bob – feelings
August 8, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob experienced the whole gamut of emotions as the Pies battled the old enemy.
NRL Round 23 – Prop in the Canefield: You gotta love footy!
August 8, 2024 by 8 Comments
Prop must have been out in the early mornings of late because he’s all about ‘threads of gossamer’ this week. It’s an accurate description of the prospects of several clubs as they enter this weekend’s NRL Round 23.
NRL Round 23 and NRLW Round 3: It’s death or glory for several clubs this weekend!
August 8, 2024 by 1 Comment
It’s death or glory for several clubs in both the NRL and NRLW this weekend. Ian Hauser surveys the prospects and comes up with his winners.
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