Money is not everything in life, upbringing will bring you all the riches you need reflects Ian Wilson remembering the sacrifices and love of a supportive family.
Almanac Music: Vale David Crosby – ‘Almost Cut My Hair!’
January 20, 2023 by 5 Comments
Another musical giant in David Crosby has passed away. The influence he exerted in bands such as The Byrds, Crosby Stills & Nash, and Crosby Stills Nash & Young will be remembered forever.
The Keilor Sports Club: ‘The Country Club in the City’ (Part 3)
January 20, 2023 by 3 Comments
Nick Marshall continues his series about the Keilor Sports Club. Part 3 looks at the various clubs and organisations that are a part of Keilor Sports Club.
Almanac Books: I’m looking for a copy of…
January 19, 2023 by 5 Comments
Ian Hauser is looking for a particular book and wants to know if you can help him acquire a copy.
Almanac Music: Vale Renee Geyer
January 19, 2023 by 1 Comment
Modern Australian music has lost one of its greatest voices with the passing of Renee Geyer this week after complications following surgery.
Balcony Banter: One Aim
January 19, 2023 by Leave a Comment
James Walder from Mildura has attended almost 200 Test matches around the world, many at the MCG. ‘Citrus Bob’ Utber recently profiled James on the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’.
‘Vale Rohan Robertson…’ by KB Hill
January 19, 2023 by 1 Comment
KB Hill returns with a tribute to Rohan Robertson, a Wangaratta Rovers player who went on to play for North Melbourne in the mid-1980s. Rohan passed away earlier this month.
Almanac Swimming: Pier to Pub 2023 – Postscript
January 17, 2023 by 10 Comments
Col reflects on his performance and insights of this year’s Pier to Pub he participated in last Saturday.
Almanac Cricket: Two Test Team
January 16, 2023 by 6 Comments
Glen! gives a rundown of the men who have played cricket at the highest level for two different national sides. From Keppler Wessels to Mohammed Iftikhar Ali Khan Siddiqui Pataudi, there are several interesting stories within.
Almanac Obituaries: Vale Ian Thomas OAM – a football icon.
January 15, 2023 by 7 Comments
Bob Utber pays tribute to respected Gippsland newspaperman Ian Thomas OAM who recently passed away.
Almanac Comedy: Favourite Comedies #14-#12
January 15, 2023 by 5 Comments
In Part 3 of his series ‘Favourite Comedies’ Ian Wilson presents his nominations of the comedies he ranks from number 14 to 12.
Almanac Swimming: Pier to Pub 2023
January 13, 2023 by 7 Comments
It’s the annual Lorne Pier to Pub ocean swim this Saturday and Col presents some thoughts in his lead up to the swim.
Border
January 12, 2023 by 14 Comments
Damian Balassone recalls an ODI match between Australia and the West Indies which he attended with his dad, and the anticipation of waiting for Allan Border to take strike.
Almanac Pubs: Royal Family Hotel, Port Elliot
January 11, 2023 by 14 Comments
Mickey Randall and his boys discuss activities for the coming week during lunch at the Royal Family Hotel in Port Elliot.
Almanac Life: Happy Days
January 11, 2023 by 5 Comments
Pete Johnstone was never, ever going to let hardship stop him. A tribute from Old Dog.
Almanac Cricket: Wickets, plenty of them
January 9, 2023 by 1 Comment
Who’d be a bowler? Matt Watson takes up the cause of the workhorses, wizards and other ball-brandishing wicket takers who have claimed their places in cricketing history.
Almanac (Cricket) Humour: Viv on mystery balls
January 9, 2023 by 3 Comments
In his alternative cricket world, Viv Tufnell’s mate Naz is on the quest to develop a’mystery ball’.
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