Guy Fazzino felt a sense of foreboding as he headed to Docklands for Round 23 against a modern-day fierce rival. His feelings were spot on.
Round 23 – Collingwood v Brisbane: Is history repeating itself? (Floreat Pica Society)
August 22, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 23 Review/Round 24 Preview
August 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The Pies came up short against their fellow top two aspirants, Brisbane. Cam Hooke looks at the fallout and what to expect from a final clash with old enemy Essendon before the finals.
Almanac Footy: A tribute to Jack and Trent
August 21, 2023 by 2 Comments
These Richmond curtain calls have been telegraphed for a while, but the finality of seeing the famous #8 and #9 go around for the last time has driven Tiger fan Rodney Boyd to pay tribute.
Almanac Poetry: Fighting Planes of World War Two
August 21, 2023 by 8 Comments
Ever tried to build a plastic model plane when you were a kid? Kevin Densley did, and this poem talks about the results. [Quite relatable – Ed]
NRL Round 25 – South Sydney Rabbitohs v Newcastle Knights: The Late Season Surge Update: ‘Back on hold’
August 21, 2023 by 4 Comments
Rabbit in the Vineyard is looking for a hole to disappear into after the Rabbitohs’ poor showing yesterday against the Newcastle Knights.
Almanac (World Cup) Soccer: It’s been a fascinating few weeks
August 18, 2023 by 9 Comments
John Harms has his thoughts on the response to the World Cup and the Matildas. He’s interested in yours.
Round 23 – Sal’s Preview: Let the Finals begin
August 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Sal checks out the permutations for finals places as we enter the penultimate round of the season.
Book Release: Tom Wills by Greg de Moore
August 17, 2023 by 6 Comments
Greg de Moore’s authoritative and highly captivating biography of Tom Wills has been out for a few months. The updated edition includes new research and addresses the most troubling questions surrounding the man himself.
Almanac Footy (Trips): My brothers
August 17, 2023 by 3 Comments
John Nugent has sent John Harms another email. In it he pays tribute to The Scallywags, a group of footy mates he holds dear.
Almanac Rugby League: International rugby league gets a shot in the arm!
August 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
International rugby league received its biggest boost in decades yesterday with the announcement of a new Pacific Championships to be played in 2023 and 2024.
Round 22 – Carlton v Melbourne: Closing in
August 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Joe Sexton and his father got caught up in a great night of Australian sport. Their Blues just about wrapped up a finals spot while the Matildas marched on.
NRL Round 25 and NRLW Round 5: Eight into four won’t go!
August 17, 2023 by 2 Comments
12 teams in contention; 8 finals places; three rounds to play. That’s a recipe for exciting footy in the NRL. And the NRLW ladder is looking congested too. Ian Hauser talks us through this weekend’s rugby league.
‘Brad Murray…reflecting on the highs and lows of football…’ by KB Hill
August 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill talks with Brad Murray, a Myrtleford icon, about Brad’s wide-ranging experiences in footy.
Matildanomics: the Economics of the the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™
August 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Friend of the Almanac, Tim Harcourt, returns to give insights on the tremendous economic impact the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup has on Australia. He further delves into the importance of capturing the momentum it carries to have a lasting legacy beyond 2023 as it continues to smash attendance records and viewership ratings.
Up the Mighty Murray! – Episode 18: By the time we get to Howlong
August 16, 2023 by 6 Comments
The river Murray takes us to Howlong home of the Spiders in the Hume Football Netball League for Episode 18 of ‘Up The Mighty Murray’ series. Featured match is Howlong v Billabong Crows.
Almanac (World Cup) Soccer: Even the cat is watching the games
August 15, 2023 by 1 Comment
Like many households, Roy Hay’s family were firmly engrossed watching the Matildas win their exciting quarter-final match against France, and even the cat could not take its eyes off the game!
Round 23 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
August 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
It’s the penultimate round of home and away footy for 2023, check out who, where, and when your team is playing in Round 23.
Almanac Music and Cinema: Telek with David Bridie in concert, and at MIFF
August 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
David Bridie is appearing with George Telek in a gig at Memo Music Hall this weekend and both will feature in a movie shown during MIFF.
Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: Waltzing the Matildas at the ‘G with Pies and Cats
August 15, 2023 by 4 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber was at the MCG to watch his beloved Cats fall short against the Pies in their Round 22 match but The Matildas more than compensated with their fantastic win against France.
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