The Almanac’s own Don Quixote (e.regnans aka David Wilson) and his faithful Rocinante (aka Clarrie Grimmett) journey through deserts, time and mind-bending heat to bring you this gripping saga of a gripping first day’s play at the WACA.
Perth Test – Day 1: A goodlookin batsman is like a goodlookin horse
December 14, 2013 by 12 Comments
Perth Test – Day 1: Comeback Kings
December 14, 2013 by 53 Comments
Malcolm ‘Rulebook’ Ashwood is sick of Watto and calls for Santa’s return for Boxing Day. Why not make it Christmas every day?
Rock Country
December 13, 2013 by 4 Comments
Christian Ryan is an outstanding writer and editor.
His latest project is Rock Country which is a collection of writing on the Australian music scene.
For the 12 days of Christmas he is publishing one of the essays on the book’s website.
Never a dull moment in central Victorian footy
December 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Controversies and heated clashes all form part of the rich tapestry of footy in central Victoria. Richard Jones recalls a willing Grand Final of the `80s.
Resurrection
December 12, 2013 by 2 Comments
Peter Baulderstone mixes his biblical metaphors to praise our saviour St Mitchell. A poetic tribute to a prodigal son returned. The crooked made straight? The scales lifted from our eyes? Praise be to him.
Perth Test – Writers Needed
December 12, 2013 by 18 Comments
Let us know who wants to write for the Perth Test. Which day suits you? The side is in good form but more writers and opinions keeps the team on their toes.
Crio’s racing: The metaphorical fan gets struck
December 11, 2013 by 12 Comments
Racing is currently testing the “Any Publicity Is Good Publicity” mantra, and Crio has the wrap on all the less-than-positive news. He’s also turning his mind to Flemington.
Ashes Diary 2013-14 – Entry No.2: Is sledging worth it?
December 11, 2013 by 8 Comments
Even if Australia win the Ashes, how will this series be remembered? And is Cricket Australia trying a new strategy by appealing to our inner-bogan?
Murrindindi tasting hosted by Dixon Advisory
December 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
I suppose you could call this Almanac Christmas drinks and nibblies. (No charge – thanks to Dixon and Murrindindi Vineyeards) All welcome.
The Diary of a Pub Cricketer
December 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Ed Henty has published his diary of a summer of cricket playing with such luminaries as The Rev, Emu, Dutchy and Big Dog, in a league where there’s no LBW, you can’t get out first ball and the most important aspect of fielding is not spilling your beer.
The Footy Almanac Makes It To The Pages Of The Colac Herald
December 10, 2013 by 27 Comments
Luke ‘Funky’ Reynolds lets us know how the 2013 Almanac is being welcomed down in the Otways. The Colac Herald is the second biggest seller in the area after Dairy News Australia.
Their Satanic Majesties Request
December 10, 2013 by 7 Comments
Peter Baulderstone heard Kerry OKeefe compliment George Bailey for having ‘Sticky Fingers’. With the Rolling Stones set to tour not long after the Ashes Series, can you suggest a Test lineup based on Stones’ titles? Is “I can’t get no Satisfaction” on high rotation in the England dressing room?
Tim Lane – reflections 2004
December 10, 2013 by 9 Comments
Matt Watson celebrates Tim Lane’s career in sports broadcasting. Best all rounder since Davo? Let us know your opinion.
Man and boy
December 9, 2013 by 6 Comments
Time waits for no man – footballers, fans and timekeepers alike. Vin Maskell tells a poignant story of a day spent in the timekeeper’s box.
Crio’s Question: When is your number up?
December 9, 2013 by 25 Comments
Crio asks what numbers have a special significance for you in sport?
Very Special
December 9, 2013 by 26 Comments
Dips O’Donnell shares an inspiring piece about his daughter Kate’s swimming at the Asia Pacific Games for the Special Olympics. “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Avoca Xmas Meeting
December 9, 2013 by 6 Comments
Our rural racing correspondent Glen is back enjoying Avoca, at a rare TAB meeting.
Adelaide Test – Day 4: One For the True Believers
December 9, 2013 by 2 Comments
It was the sort of day’s play that a radio commentator would call ‘engrossing’ or ‘riveting’, when, really, to the un-initiated, it must have been quite the opposite. Andrew Else on the vagaries of commentating and bowling, and why he likes Joe Root (not the same reason as Shane Warne).
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