William Westerman reviews the new FX docuseries ‘Welcome to Wrexham’, currently streaming on Disney.
Almanac Horseracing: Vo Rogue Tawny
October 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Ahh, the fine Australian tradition of celebrating racehorses with commemorative releases of Tawny. With thanks to Jason Buffier and Lynlea Small.
Almanac Footy: A Grand Final Reflection
October 20, 2022 by 5 Comments
Dips wrestles with his emotions of elation and euphoria by trying to translate it into words of why attending the 2022 Grand final was one of the most memorable experiences he has ever had compared to previous Grand Finals
FEARLESS 2022 – Finals Weeks 2 – 4: The Point of No Return (PONR)
October 19, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Fearless signs off for the 2022 AFL season with his take on weeks 2 to 4 of the AFL finals series
Almanac Trivia: Citrus Bob’s Knackers Trivia Quiz
October 18, 2022 by 12 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber will have you scratching your head with his Knackers Trivia Quiz.
Almanac Running: 10,254 days
October 18, 2022 by 5 Comments
After entering his first City Bay Fun Run since 1994 injury prevented Mickey Randall competing in the run earlier this year. Not to be outdone, Mickey eventually runs the course as he explains.
Almanac Music: Col’s USA Trip – Back to Basics Festival Luckenbach Texas
October 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Col enjoyed the Back To Basics Festival in Luckenbach Texas, especially The Flatlanders.
A Guide to Black Cinema – Part 3: Django still chained?
October 18, 2022 by 3 Comments
In his third column, Nahum Gale shows how some so-called classic movies depicting Black characters and their circumstances entrench stereotypical understandings of People of Colour.
Almanac Teams: Up to tricks; Best of 46 (1980- )
October 17, 2022 by 3 Comments
Is this the first time two players of 198cm or taller have been named skipper and vice captain? Rodney Boyd continues to squeeze out sides, this time of the famous Number 46.
Almanac Poetry: Curriculum Vitae
October 17, 2022 by 4 Comments
Who hasn’t ‘added a bit of mayo’ to their resume to make it appear better to a prospective employer? This poem by Kevin Densley address the subject head on.
Almanac Cinema: My 25 Favourite Movie Opening Sequences (25-20)
October 17, 2022 by 9 Comments
First impressions often last! Ian Wilson has compiled his top 25 favourite opening scenes from the cinema, all of which grabbed his attention from the jump.
Sal’s Caulfield Cup Day Preview (with a few comments on the AFL trade period thrown in)
October 15, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Sal Ciardulli likes Benaud in the Caulfield Cup and Nature Strip in The Everest. I couldn’t help but notice his story is precisely 1111 words long. Is there something in that?
Almanac Life: Vale – R.J.W. Selleck
October 14, 2022 by 7 Comments
Dips O’Donnell farewells a much loved uncle.
Almanac Rugby League: The complete World Cup schedule
October 13, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The postponed 2021 Rugby League World Cup finally comes to fruition this weekend with the start of the month-long tournament in England. It features women’s, men’s and wheelchair competitions. See the full schedule of matches here.
Mark Philippoussis
October 11, 2022 by 6 Comments
Casanova and Kournikova, a little something from Balassone!
Grand Final Week: Citrus Bueller’s Day On
October 11, 2022 by 7 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber had a massive few days around the Grand Final. He reckons he felt like Ferris Bueller. Here’s his account.
A Guide to Black Cinema – Part 2: What is Black Cinema?
October 11, 2022 by 2 Comments
In Nahum Gale’s second column, he explains what Black cinema is, showing what characterises it.
Almanac Travel: Col’s USA trip – The Bob Dylan Centre Tulsa Oklahoma
October 11, 2022 by 6 Comments
The Bob Dylan Centre in Tulsa Oklahoma was an eagerly awaited destination Col visits during his USA travels.
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