Jackson Clark posts a thoughtful analysis of the Ahmed Saad case. There are degrees of culpability, and the disempowered suffer while the law is optional for the rich and powerful.
Altitude Training
November 26, 2013 by 5 Comments
He’s been in a fairly good paddock the last few years. What will happen when Rob tackles the world’s toughest half-marathon? Will a good playlist and a fit wife be enough to see him through?
Word Association Football
November 26, 2013 by 8 Comments
Mark Schwerdt has set himself the task of associating each AFL club with both an Australian and overseas musical artist. There’s a couple of gaps that need your input.
Travails of the striving human: acceptance versus the everlasting refusal to accept
November 26, 2013 by 12 Comments
With the news of Jonathan Trott and the remembrance of Marcus Trescothick similarly leaving a tour of Australia with mental illness, the current headline-grabbing furore over sledging has a particular poignancy. David Wilson considers the conflict of acceptance (in order to maintain mental health) versus the everlasting refusal to accept (in order to succeed).
Madison Browne – Bright Like A Diamond
November 26, 2013 by 2 Comments
Mark Schwerdt was lucky enough to meet one of Australia’s premier netballers, Madison Browne, of Australian Diamonds and Melbourne Vixens fame. It’s amazing how accessible and down to earth an elite player can be. Will this always be the case?
Crio’s Question?…the backdrop
November 26, 2013 by 18 Comments
Have you looked beyond the obvious when seeing tracks around the nation? Crio waxes lyrical.
Watto’s Almanac
November 26, 2013 by 8 Comments
Peter Baulderstone wants to send Watto a ‘special’ copy of the new Almanac book. Harms wants to send him an invoice for $30 + Day One Gabba admission price.
Gabba Test – Day 4: One for the ages
November 26, 2013 by 3 Comments
Australia’s most successful cricketing Watson (Matt) spent Day 4 with his 20 month old son and the 94yo bloke across the road. It put a zip in their step and a glint in the eye.
Love Children
November 26, 2013 by 2 Comments
More glamour pinups from Peter Argent of his current love children – Redback all rounder Kane Richardson and batting prodigy Travis Head.
Wallabies tackle their way to tough Edinburgh victory
November 25, 2013 by 2 Comments
Tim Ladhams has watched Australia end a tough week on and off the pitch with a third consecutive victory on their spring tour. Coach Ewen McKenzie made a tough call on his errant team and has been rewarded by some promising newcomers.
Did Bradman ever kick a Sherrin?
November 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Holy Boot is on a pilgrimage to The Don’s home turf, and Vin Maskell is inspired to verse.
The power of the Almanac
November 25, 2013 by 24 Comments
Craig Dodson tells the story of his journey with writing for the Almanac. How it has opened up connections, confidence, support and feelings he didn’t think possible.
A Hole in my Town
November 25, 2013 by 7 Comments
In this piece The Old Dog talks about how much is lost in a town and a club without the next generation breathing life into the place.
First Test review: I looked out over the Gabba, and what did I see? (This is what you want, this is what you get)
November 25, 2013 by 8 Comments
Sean Curtain marks the card of the Australian team from the Gabba Test. 3 Distinctions; 3 Credits; 1 Pass (Sidds); 3 Must Try Harders; and 1 Dohhhhhh. Let us know if you agree with Sean’s assessment.
A look at what’s in The Footy Almanac 2013
November 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Footy Almanac 2013 is out now.
The Forewords and Grand Final essays always generate comment. Here’s a list of the writers and their topics.
Gabba Test – Day 4: Coffee is For Closers
November 25, 2013 by 3 Comments
Andrew Else waits through rain, karaoke and John Wayne for our Ashes victory. He lets us know why it was worth it.
Melbourne Launch
November 24, 2013 by 4 Comments
Thursday is the big night for Melbourne Almanackers. Gather at the All Nations Hotel in Richmond to collect your books, and buy a dozen for Christmas presents to delight family and friends with your spontaneous and unedited wit and wisdom. Meet the crew and buy a box to guarantee your slot in next year’s edition.
Gabba Test – Day 3: Bakelite Radio
November 24, 2013 by 17 Comments
Peter Baulderstone offers a magnum opus in praise of Test Cricket on the radio, Michael Clarke, gardening and the Avenging Eagle (though not necessarily in that order).
Gabba Test – Day 3: Australia dominate at the Gabbatoir
November 24, 2013 by 22 Comments
Rulebook gives us a brief rundown of the third day’s play.
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