Shamar Joseph has made an outstanding debut in his Test Cricket career. Taking a wicket with his first ball, and together with his batting efforts suggests there is a long career ahead for him writes Michael Viljoen.
Almanac Life: Stuff that happened during Covid lockdown
January 19, 2024 by 12 Comments
John Harms has collated the nine short pieces he wrote about home-schooling during Covid.
Australia v West Indies 2024: First Test Adelaide – Day 3: Aussies not troubled by Windies
January 19, 2024 by Leave a Comment
As expected, the Aussies cruise to an easy victory against the Windies on Day 3 of the First Test in Adelaide reports a delighted Citrus Bob Utber.
Australia v West Indies 2024: First Test Adelaide – Day 2: Windies blown away by Hurricane Hazle
January 18, 2024 by 3 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber reports from Day 2 of the First Test against the West Indies where he witnessed a magnificent century from Travis Head who together with Josh Hazlewood’s bowling set up a certain victory for the Aussies.
Almanac Cricket: Seeking solitude in my camping chair
January 18, 2024 by 4 Comments
Craig Dodson reflects upon the trials and tribulations of watching his son play in an U12 cricket carnival in Melbourne from the comfort of his camping chair.
An Almanac Proposal: Subjects Worthy of a Biopic
January 18, 2024 by 8 Comments
Ian Wilson proposes a variety of sportspeople and a musician that he thinks make excellent subject material for biopics.
‘Veteran Simon still making an impact…’ by KB Hill
January 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Simon O’Brien, originally from the clan at Greta, has had a long and distinguished career with St Kilda and Camberwell-Magpies cricket clubs. KB Hill caught up with him recently.
Australia v West Indies 2024: First Test Adelaide – Day 1: A day of interesting cricket
January 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Citrus Bob Utber reports from the First Test between Australia and the West Indies in Adelaide where he witnessed a very interesting day of cricket.
Balcony Banter: Banter on the Balcony
January 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment
You don’t go to the cricket just to watch the game. ‘Citrus’ Bob Utber goes to catch up with friends and acquaintances old and new. He wrote about it recently on ‘Balcony Banter’, the MCG Members blog.
Almanac Jogging: Pavements and Ponderings – A Sunday Jog Through Adelaide’s Heart
January 16, 2024 by 12 Comments
It’s Sunday morning and Mickey Randall is out for a run through the streets of Adelaide, soaking up all the sights and sounds he experiences he shares with readers.
Almanac Swimming: Post Pier to Pub 2024 Reflections
January 16, 2024 by 15 Comments
The Pier to Pub 2024 is over and Col Ritchie reflects upon his satisfying swim.
Almanac Poetry: To Deirdre of My Sorrows
January 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
‘Throw Irish myth and a painful, long-remembered youthful dalliance together and this might be what comes out,’ – Kevin Densley in relation to this Monday poem.
Almanac Life: Well my angels
January 13, 2024 by 1 Comment
Hayden Kelly has a New Year’s message for his grandkids – and names his favourite!
Almanac Poetry: ‘Ginger Essence’ – James Walton
January 12, 2024 by 5 Comments
‘Ginger Essence’ is poem by James Walton of Mawson’s great trek in Antarctica and survival by eating his dogs, and at the last, Ginger his favourite.
Almanac NFL: The 2023 Jim Caldwell Cup – Week 18
January 12, 2024 by 2 Comments
Earl O’Neill updates all the NFL news in Week 18, highlighting the Detroit Lions, and sacked coaches.
Almanac Music: Put A Ring On It – Songs about Jewellery
January 12, 2024 by 72 Comments
KD is back for 2024 with his usual Friday column. This week’s topic is songs about jewellery. As usual, readers’ responses are warmly welcomed.
Almanac Events: Test Eve Drinks and BBQ at the Adelaide Lutheran Footy Clubhouse (Jan 16)
January 9, 2024 by 1 Comment
Join in for the time-honoured Almanac Test Eve soiree at the Adelaide Lutheran Footy Club on Jan 16. Special guest Rick Darling. All welcome.
Almanac Soccer: Auf Wiedersehen, Der Kaiser
January 9, 2024 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling pays a fitting tribute to former soccer great Franz Beckenbauer who passed away on Sunday.
The Messiah from Moe
January 9, 2024 by 5 Comments
Damian Balassone’s latest offering, ‘The Messiah from Moe’, is a poem reflecting fitting in.
Almanac Swimming: Pier to Pub 2024
January 9, 2024 by 16 Comments
Col Ritchie presents a few thoughts as he prepares for his 23rd Lorne Pier to Pub swim on Saturday.
Recent Comments