Almanac Poetry: Two Portraits

This week’s poem by Kevin Densley was inspired by two photos on a wall in a mate’s house, as well as by lines from the Joni Mitchell song, ‘Woodstock’.

Almanac Music: KISS End Of The World Tour –

The Sydney concert of the KISS ‘End Of The World Tour’ was an enjoyable extravaganza for Richard Griffiths as he recounts in his review of the musical and visual spectacular presented by the band.

AFL Grand Final: Two old guys banish our demons

Sean Mortell is consumed by thought as he walks from the city to the MCG on Grand Final day. He describes the tense Grand Final and his response to it. This is a piece for those who love the game and the premiership quest, especially those of the black and white.

Grand Final 2023 – Review / Sal’s Preview: Turnbull Stakes – Let the Spring Begin

With the Grand Final done and dusted Sal Ciardulli adds some thoughts about the game, then checks the field out to tip some winners for the Turnbull Stakes meeting at Flemington this weekend.

Grand Final 2023 – Floreat Pica Society Review: The Sweet taste Of Revenge

Guy Fazzino presents the Grand Final Review of Collingwood’s nail-biting premiership win on behalf of the Floreat Pica Society.

Almanac Footy: The Pioneers – A finals triptych

Joe Sexton presents his thoughts of Carlton’s finals performances in his triptych about the efforts of the pioneering Blues as he explains.

Almanac Music: Songs about Trains

In this Friday’s music piece, KD discusses songs about trains and, as usual, warmly welcomes reader contributions.

Balcony Banter – AFL Grand Final 2023: handling the heat!

The heat was on in more ways than one at the MCG for last Saturday’s 2023 Grand Final. Dave Campbell was a there and filed a review for ‘Balcony Banter’, the MCC Members blog.

Almanac NFL – The 2023 Lem Barney Cup: Week 4

How do you create an NFL franchise? Combine big bucks and a cluey brainstrust with a good quarterback and you’re well on the way. Earl O’Neill combs the record books to demonstrate how it works – or doesn’t, in some cases.

” ‘Pooch’ leaves his legacy…” by KB Hill

Wangaratta Rovers lost a favourite son last month with the passing of Luke Elkington at the age of just 45. KB Hill provided this coverage of Luke’s farewell.

Mystery Pub: Viva Las Vegas – The Peninsula, Taperoo

It is mystery pub time once again. This time, Mickey and Claire find themselves in Taperoo

Almanac Footy: The Saints’ Department of Youth

Lifelong Saints fan Ian Wilson attends his first Trevor Barker Medal night, and comes away with hope for the future and an unexpected bonus.

Almanac Cricket: Goodbye Mr Happy

Michael Sexton remembers the deeds of South Australian Shield cricketer Ken ‘Charlie’ Horsnell including Ken bowling Garry Sobers for a first ball duck.

Grand Final 2023 – Collingwood v Brisbane: Yes, and…

ER is one of the many faithful true believers of 2023 Premiership winners Collingwood, and in his inimitable style he presents some thoughts and insights to his feelings about the game.

Almanac Music: Wantok Musik – Latest releases and news

Wantok Musik announce their new releases and upcoming concerts featuring artists on their label.

Almanac Footy: Ron Barassi and me

James Walton recounts the time he met Ron Barassi on an inter-city flight.

Almanac (Community) Footy: National Inclusion Carnival 2023

Vin Maskell previews the annual FIDA national championships which get underway in Ipswich this weekend.

Darcy Moore

Damian Balassone has a chance meeting with a Collingwood angel.

NRL Grand Final – Part 5: Stewards’ Report

The Stewards’ Report is in on Matt O’Hanlon’s tips for NRL Grand Final day. Let’s just say that there’s always next year!

Almanac Poetry: In the Manner of C. P. E. Bach

Kevin Densley’s poem today is about getting Bach to basics; Johann Sebastian Bach had twenty children from two wives. A number of his sons also became famous musicians, of those this mentions three.