Not quite the result Col Ritchie was hoping for as his Bombers crashed against a dominant Collingwood in their ANZAC Day clash.
Round 8 – AFL Footy Fixture 2026: Who, where, and when
April 28, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Some cracking games coming up in Round 8 of the AFL footy season 2026. Find out who, where, and when your favourite team is playing.
Round 7 – Port Adelaide v Geelong: Slick Power slice through Cats in a big scalp win
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Nick Kossatch believes Josh Carr’s game-plan is gelling well. Port’s possession game, and then run and gun through the corridor, complemented with two ruckmen on the ground at the same time, worked a treat against the Cats.
Round 7 – Essendon v Collingwood (Floreat Pica Society)
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
It was a delighted FPS member Gayle Neville-Hill after Collingwood’s 431 gamer Scott Pendlebury wound back the clock to help put Essendon back in their box on Anzac Day.
Round 7 – GWS v North Melbourne: Giants hold on to honour Toby in Anzac thriller
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
A day for Giants fans to remember as their talismanic leader, Toby Greene, claimed the club games record and their side a tough fought win over the Roos. Richard Griffiths shares his thoughts.
Introducing The Footy Almanac’s latest interns: Marina and Kristian
April 27, 2026 by 5 Comments
Meet our two interns here at The Footy Almanac for 2026: Marina Cerra and Kristian Cavallo.
Almanac Poetry: Granny’s Lost It
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Kevin Densley describes this week’s previously unpublished poem as ‘reflecting upon old age and the inevitability of death’.
Round 7 – St Kilda v West Coast: Saints invested in fast footy
April 26, 2026 by 1 Comment
Ian Wilson was accompanied this week by ‘mad Saints fan’, Michael, whose special comments ended with: “most enjoyable match since the ‘Miracle@Marvel’ last year”.
Almanac Footy: The Stand Rule – and why it’s driving me nuts!
April 26, 2026 by 4 Comments
Richard Griffiths is infuriated by the Stand Rule. And he asks, who exactly is the man on the mark?
Almanac Football History: George Challis – The Pride of Cleveland
April 25, 2026 by 2 Comments
As another ANZAC Day dawns, once again we will remember the sacrifices made by our soldiers in the ‘war to end all wars’, including many VFL footballers. Roger Spaull pays a heartfelt tribute to Tasmanian George Challis who played for Carlton before enlisting.
Almanac Life: The Deaths of Walter Edward and Walter Leslie Peake on The Western Front, 1917
April 25, 2026 by 2 Comments
Join Wayne Peake as he shares his family’s story of brave soldiers who fought for their country, and the surprising twist that came to light years later.
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Great War – AIF Suite’
April 25, 2026 by 27 Comments
Kevin Densley’s ‘The Great War – AIF Suite’ poetry collection is as timely as ever on Anzac Day. Read on for some poignant and arresting reflections on Australian soldiers who fought in World War I. [For ANZAC Day 2026 we reprise Kevin’s set of reflective World War I poems- Ed]
Almanac Music: Dylan Cover Songs ~ Every Song Vol. 9: February to August 1965 plus ‘Highway 61 Revisited’ album
April 24, 2026 by 12 Comments
1965 was a pivotal year for Bob Dylan with the release of, what is acknowledged, one of the most celebrated recorded albums released in music history, ‘Highway 61 Revisited’. In his latest episode of Dylan Cover Songs, Karl Dubravs takes readers for a magical trip along Highway 61. [This is an absolute cracker Karl – well done! ED]
Round 6 – Carlton v Collingwood: So close but so far
April 23, 2026 by 2 Comments
Although beaten by five points, Peter Fuller felt surprisingly calm and only mildly disappointed by Carlton’s performance in their Round 6 clash against Collingwood, as he explains.
Swifty Taylor and the Missing Child – Episode 2
April 23, 2026 by 8 Comments
Intrepid gumshoe Swifty Taylor considers his predilection for closure
Almanac Horseracing: It’s A Gas Gas Gas
April 23, 2026 by 4 Comments
The People’s Elbow offers his thoughts on the main races at Flemington this weekend. Interestingly, he finds comparisons to gas policy in Australia. (Alert: some coarse language)
Sal’s Preview – Round 7: Through a Dark Blue Hue
April 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Sal brings perspective to the Elijah Hollands situation and makes his call on likely Round 7 winners. This week’s major track meets are at Flemington and Morphettville.
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