Today, February 22, is the anniversary of Joe Shepherd’s death. He suffered terrible burns trying to save the properties of friend in Strathewen. His son Daniel, who was with him at the time, also died. Joe was a friend of Frank Taylor, and many others. A plasterer, he was one of the most respected tradies in the district, a mentor to many. Frank spoke at Joe’s funeral.
Mystery Pub: Getting Metaphysical at the Morphett Arms
February 21, 2023 by 9 Comments
Mickey Randall discovers what ‘Mystery Pub’ is all about as he explains in his review of the Morphett Arms.
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #5 – #4
February 21, 2023 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson is edging closer to the finishing line with his series ‘Favourite #27 Comedies’, this week in Part 8, Monty Python’s ‘Life of Brian’ comes in at #5, and ‘This is Spinal Tap’ is ranked #4.
Odd Friday/Footy Almanac Lunch: With Colin Carter (March 3)
February 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The next Odd Friday/Footy Almanac Lunch is March 3. Our special guest is Colin Carter whose book ‘Football’s Forgotten Years’ has just been released. Colin will no doubt chat about his time at the Geelong Football Club as well. All welcome.
Almanac Book Review: ‘The Bodyline Fix – How Women Saved Cricket’ by Marion Stell
February 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Citrus Bob Utber reviews Marion Stell’s ‘The BodyLine Fix: How Woman Saved Cricket’, a book full of wonderful stories about the Australian women cricketers who toured England after the infamous Bodyline series and helped restore the credibility of the game.
Almanac Poetry: Erasmus Fell
February 20, 2023 by 2 Comments
Eureka! Almost being clocked on the head by a large framed print (of the Renaissance scholar, Erasmus) gave Kevin Densley the idea for this week’s poem.
Almanac Country Footy: Calling all ruckmen
February 18, 2023 by 10 Comments
The ads you see in the Barossa classifieds. Any ruckmen out there?
Almanac Cricket: Cricket’s Hat Trick Of Revolutions
February 17, 2023 by 2 Comments
Braham Dabscheck examines the ‘hat trick’ of revolutionary changes in cricket that have affected and developed the game in modern times.
Australia v India – First Test Review: Embarrassing
February 17, 2023 by 3 Comments
2023 Australian Cricket Society scholarship holder Kobe Jacobs makes his Footy Almanac debut with an analysis of the First Test in the current India v Australia series. (Welcome aboard, Kobe! – Ed.)
Almanac Footy: How to give away too much for a player – the right way
February 16, 2023 by 13 Comments
Recruiting a ‘big ticket’ player is an enterprise fraught with danger. Doug Long reflects on several instances at various clubs over the years – some worked, others were a disaster.
Almanac Cricket – The 2023 Border/Gavaskar Trophy Series: Second Test
February 16, 2023 by 8 Comments
The Second Test in the Border/Gavaskar series begins tomorrow. Ian Hauser runs his (despondent) eye over the possibilities.
‘A Tribute to “Wrecker”…just one of the crowd…’ by KB Hill
February 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill pays tribute to Rex Hartwig, one of Australia’s tennis heroes from the golden era of the 1950s. Rex passed away recently.
Barossa United Under 11 Girls v Metro United Black Sep 18 2022
February 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The BUJFC Under 11 Girls finished on a spectacularly high note in their game against Metro on the weekend.
Barossa United Under 13 Girls v Modbury Sep 11 2022
February 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
The mighty Barossa Under 13s were away to Modbury on the weekend. They battled it out but found the going a little tough. [First published Sep, 2022]
Almanac AFL Predictions: Why Carlton are certs in 2023
February 15, 2023 by 3 Comments
George Grossek searches the history books and come up with a reason his Bluebaggers will win the 2023 flag.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: AFL 2023 – on the way
February 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life has some questions for his followers to ponder on as the Pies gear up for their pre-season preparations for 2023
Almanac Comedy: My Favourite Comedies #7 – #6
February 14, 2023 by 6 Comments
The TV series ‘Seinfeld’, and the movie ‘Withnail and I’ come in at number #7 and number #6 respectively in Ian Wilson’s #27 Favourite Comedies.
Almanac Footy History: Some background to ‘Football’s Forgotten Years’
February 13, 2023 by 2 Comments
Colin Carter’s new book ‘Football’s Forgotten Years considers the starting date of the VFL/AFL and argues that there’s a quarter of a century that’s been ignored. He has put that straight. Read about the book.
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