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
October 6, 2023 by 1 Comment
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
October 6, 2023 by 1 Comment
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
October 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
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
October 6, 2023 by 79 Comments
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!
October 5, 2023 by Leave a Comment
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
October 5, 2023 by 2 Comments
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
October 5, 2023 by Leave a Comment
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
October 4, 2023 by 5 Comments
It is mystery pub time once again. This time, Mickey and Claire find themselves in Taperoo
Almanac Cricket: Goodbye Mr Happy
October 4, 2023 by 4 Comments
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…
October 3, 2023 by 8 Comments
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
October 3, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Wantok Musik announce their new releases and upcoming concerts featuring artists on their label.
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October 2, 2023 by 5 Comments
Damian Balassone has a chance meeting with a Collingwood angel.
NRL Grand Final – Part 5: Stewards’ Report
October 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
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
October 2, 2023 by Leave a Comment
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.
Almanac Rugby League – Grand Final Day 2023: The cream rises to the top
October 2, 2023 by 2 Comments
There’s an old saying that the cream eventually rises to the top. Check out yesterday’s NRLW and NRL Grand Finals to see the proof.
Almanac Lunches: Footy Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch Review
October 1, 2023 by 8 Comments
It was another classic Footy Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch full of stories old and new, good humour and laughter, and camaraderie that celebrates all that is the Almanac family.
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