Herb Barkle’s star is ‘on the up’ as his professional career evolves. But will he meet his match when he comes up against the more experienced “Snowy” Hill? It turned into an epic bout!
Almanac Footy: Gold Coast 2026 season preview
January 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Mickey McTigger runs his discerning eye over the Gold Coast Suns. What does 2026 hold for Damian Hardwick’s men?
Almanac Music: Farewell to ‘Australia’s conscience’ Rob Hirst.
January 29, 2026 by 7 Comments
Dennis Gedling pays tribute to Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst who passed away last week.
Almanac Horseracing (Tales): The Gambler’s Ghost
January 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Wayne Peake shares his story ‘The Gambler’s Ghost’, the account of a tragic punter’s redemption, from his eBook ‘The Gambler’s Ghost and Other Racing Oddities’.
Almanac Books: ‘Here, Bear and Everywhere’
January 29, 2026 by 8 Comments
Damian Balassone has a new book out titled ‘Here, Bear and Everywhere’ featuring a ‘beary fun-filled romp through rhyme’ that early readers will love.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2026: AFL 2026 Side by Side
January 29, 2026 by 4 Comments
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life is back for AFL season 2026 and presents some thoughts about Collingwood’s upcoming season.
Mystery Pub: How Happily Wrong We Were
January 27, 2026 by 5 Comments
As the saying goes, ‘You can’t judge a book by its cover’ and as Mickey Randall and Claire found out the same can be said for pubs.
Almanac Footy: ‘Carn The Chinese’
January 25, 2026 by 1 Comment
‘Carn The Chinese’ is a footy documentary being produced and directed by Angela How featuring players from a Chinese Aussie rules team during the 60s to 80s. Angela is seeking donations to help bring the project to life.
Almanac Culture: First Night at the Opera
January 24, 2026 by 6 Comments
As they say, there’s a first time for everything. Now comfortably into his 70s, Ian Hauser made his debut at the opera by taking in ‘Madama Butterfly’ at the Sydney Opera House.
Almanac Travel: Changi Chapel/Museum and Singapore reprise
January 24, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson and partner Lynda Harris conclude their latest overseas trip with a humbling visit to the Changi Chapel/Museum in Singapore.
Almanac Footy: Geelong 2026 season preview
January 23, 2026 by 3 Comments
Micky McTigger considers the prospects of Geelong for the upcoming AFL Season 2026. And identifies the position that has caused them a few troubles over the past decade. Thoughts, Geelong fans?
Book Review: ‘The Furphy Anthology 2025’ (reviewed by Antonella Townsend)
January 23, 2026 by 1 Comment
Read Antonella Townsend’s review, published in The Queensland Reviewers’ Collective. It seems Antonella appreciated the originality and humour in the stories of Dips O’Donnell and Emma Westwood.
Almanac (Local) Cricket – Round 8: West Warrion v Colac
January 22, 2026 by 1 Comment
The regional cricket season has resumed after the Christmas/New Year break with West Warrion taking the field against Colac. Liam McCullagh reports on one of his not so good days.
Almanac Travel: The National Gallery of Singapore
January 22, 2026 by 1 Comment
On the final leg of their overseas holiday, Ian Wilson and Lynda visit the National Gallery of Singapore.
Almanac Life: ‘The Listeners’ – For My Dad
January 21, 2026 by 1 Comment
John Gordon’s late father was a Perth Scorchers fan. John’s Dad would have loved last night’s win. He poignantly reflects on shared personal moments, and his Dad’s favourite poem ‘The Listeners’.
(A beautiful reflection – Ed)
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