Ex-pat muso Ron Wells has discovered the Almanac from the US. This is the story of his life in footy. (Highly recommended – ed)
Summer Report two months late
March 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Reverberations of Australian cricket’s homeworkgate continue, with Max Wiggins getting his summer report in two months late.
The Season-Started-Last-Night-So-If-Anything-It’s-Late 2013 Preview: West Coast
March 23, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Adam Ritchie gets his West Coast preview to us in the nick of time.
MYM- Maronite Youth Melbourne footy interview on State of Origin clash
March 22, 2013 by 6 Comments
It’s always interesting to see the connection between a church community and their love of AFL. Religion can be said to be a touchy topic, but when united as one community for the love of AFL suddenly religion takes a back seat for a few hours when it all becomes about tactics, teammates and a [Read more]
Where have you gone Australian leadership, a nation turns its lonely eyes to you
March 22, 2013 by 24 Comments
We have a cricket team led by Watson and a country led by Gillard. In the words of Marvin Gaye (no, not that bit about needing sexual healing), “What’s going on?”
LAST CHANCE TODAY! The Footy Almanac Tipping Comp and the time-honoured Tip the Top 8 Comp.
March 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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If you are coming to the Season Launch on March 22 you will receive free entry into these competitions BUT YOU NEED TO JOIN THEM NOW.
Season 31, and all the very best to those strapping on the boots this year
March 22, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo is working his way into his 31st season. And his enthusiasm has never waned.
Gramps
March 22, 2013 by 5 Comments
Ged McMahon pays tribute to Gramps, who left a strong legacy and a lifetime of football memories.
Round 1/2 Preview
March 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Trying to pick a winner in the footy and the horses, let Sal Ciardulli help with his infamous tips.
Crio’s Racing
March 21, 2013 by 34 Comments
“Going to the races”, perhaps more so than ever before, is now an umbrella term for an assortment of possibilities. Look at some of this weekend’s offerings for example… Friday is the final Valley Nights for the season and the meeting has been swamped by a media blitz surrounding Black Caviar’s “appearance” (MVR8, 9.55pm and [Read more]
Book (by Sam Fimis) Premiership Portfolio: 6 Step Guide to Succeeding in the Stock Market
March 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
A copy of this book is available for review – if you are interested contact [email protected]
The 2013 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup
March 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
Earl O’Neill and friends (I think) help assess the teams’ prospects in the 2013 season.
Andrew Demetriou at the launch of the 2013 AFL season
March 21, 2013 by 4 Comments
Andrew Demetriou’s speech.
Your thoughts?
Softball: Passion and Poetry
March 21, 2013 by 5 Comments
Anastasia Dimitriadis reflects on her first season of competitive Softball in the NDSA.
St Pat’s Day
March 21, 2013 by 3 Comments
It’s early afternoon on St Pat’s Day and I’m heading northwest on the Calder with my sisters, Anne and Rebecca. Turning left towards Ballan, the paddocks, punished by a merciless summer, have been soothed overnight by the first soakings of autumn.
The Way-Too-Early 2013 Preview: Sydney
March 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
You never feel comfortable betting against the Swans, because when the pressure is on, few are better.
Enough of the Preliminaries! 2013 Season Preview
March 21, 2013 by 3 Comments
The fixture is going to have a marked effect on team placings at the end of the year. Let Sal Ciardulli show you (Tigers, Roos, Carlton fans look away now).
Loving the unloved
March 20, 2013 by 4 Comments
According to some commentators, GWS Giants fan Kath Presdee doesn’t exist. On the contrary, Giants supporters have heart and passion and they know the game.
Special Olympics: Kate’s story
March 20, 2013 by 26 Comments
Kate O’Donnell has taken to the water like her dad, Dips, took to the track. She shares her story about the upcoming Special Olympics Victorian State Games.
Windy Hill Lament
March 20, 2013 by 6 Comments
Ged McMahon’s story vividly captures the Windy Hill of his youth. He hopes the modern players don’t forget the club’s proud history as they move to Tullamarine.
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