Ian Hauser remembers actor Larry Storch who brought enjoyment to a generation of kids as Corporal Agarn in the 1960s television series ‘F Troop’.
Almanac Rugby League – 2022 NRL Round 19: Finals spots on the line
July 21, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The plot thickens as the NRL enters its last seven rounds. Are the Melbourne Storm ‘gone’? Are the Roosters the ‘dark horse’ of the competition? Can anyone beat Penrith? Rugby league editor Ian Hauser looks at this weekend’s Round 19.
Almanac Family History: Tina Ongarello Reminisces
July 21, 2022 by 21 Comments
The Footy Almanac community passes on its deepest sympathies to Tina Ongarello and the extended Ongarello family on the passing of Tony. Tina wrote about her family and footy some years ago.
Tina Ongarello remembers wonderful days of family and footy. [First published in 2011]
Almanac WAFL – Round 13: Sharks on Top, Tigers Come Alive
July 21, 2022 by 3 Comments
As crook as a dog Les Everett may be, the WAFL correspondent reports on the fallout of Round 13 of the 2022 season from his couch and what the stakes are for some clubs as the season nears its conclusion.
Round 19 – AFL 2022 Footy Fixture: Who, where, and when?
July 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Find out who, where, and when your team plays in Round 19 this weekend.
A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues – Episode 14
July 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
‘A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues – Episode 14’ highlights the match Henty v Culcairn, and features Henty player Garry Mikan.
Almanac (Political) Opinion: Reaching freedom in spite of the Australian Government
July 20, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson puts his first world concerns into perspective by instead focussing on the challenges faced by refugee Behrouz Boochani.
Odd Friday/Footy Almanac Lunch: William Westerman and Jesse Dayton on July 29
July 20, 2022 by 2 Comments
The next Odd Friday/Footy Almanac Lunch is on 29 July. It features two special guests: author, historian and academic William Westerman, and from Texas, musician, author and actor Jesse Dayton. All welcome.
Almanac Travel: Midnight Distress
July 19, 2022 by 3 Comments
Rob Spurr, like many before him, and since, donned his backpack for a rites of passage grand tour of Europe. Along the way he encountered many adventures and escapades as he recounts in his story.
Almanac Golf: Then along came Smith …
July 19, 2022 by 2 Comments
Australian golfer Cameron Smith wins the 2022 British Open reminding Rick Newbery of many memories as he explains.
Beauty and the Billionaire
July 19, 2022 by 9 Comments
A poem from Damian Balassone about a billionaire, beauty, and marriage, with all their ups and downs.
Almanac Footy: The unknown history of country zoning – Part 1
July 19, 2022 by 10 Comments
Journalist and writer Ian Munro examines the effects of the introduction of country zoning to VFL footy in 1967 in the first of his two part series on the topic.
Almanac Poetry: ‘Changing Gears’ – Geoff Goodfellow
July 19, 2022 by 1 Comment
Geoff Goodfellow is popularly known as the people’s poet who writes from personal experiences often reflecting his humble upbringing. ‘Changing Gears’ is one of his much loved poems.
FEARLESS 2022: Round 17 – The proposed Tassie team’s big elephant in the room…
July 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
FEARLESS 2022 presents his Round 17 match reports, and also his thoughts on a proposed Tasmanian side for the AFL.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 18 review, Round 19 preview
July 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Those final two minutes continue to be no good, but Cam Hooke’s Pies got it done again, this time over the Crows. Check out his review of the game and preview of the big clash with rampaging rivals Essendon.
Almanac Rugby Union: Wallabies, All Blacks lose their series, Samoa wins Pacific Nations Cup
July 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The All Blacks have lost a series at home for the first time in 36 years! Brian Lynch provides coverage of the weekend’s international rugby union. It should be one hell of a World Cup in 2023!
Almanac Books: ‘Between The Flags: Making Sense of 57 Years of Heartache’.
July 18, 2022 by 1 Comment
Ian Munro has released a new book, ‘Between The Flags: Making Sense of 57 Years of Heartache’ that examines the wilderness years for the Melbourne Football Club between premierships. The book emanated from his research into the effects of VFL country zoning.
Round 18 – Melbourne v Port Adelaide: Dees Flick off Power’s Finals Light
July 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
After an improbable run from 0-5 to be in contention for September action, Nick Kossatch’s Port Adelaide look to have run out of power after the Dees took the points in the NT.
Blicavs
July 18, 2022 by 5 Comments
You don’t have to be a Cats fan to know Mark Blicavs does stuff that other footy players rarely do…and it happens almost every week. Dips pays tribute to a remarkable player.
Almanac Teams: Pagan Jewell(s); Obscure 39s (1980- )
July 18, 2022 by 11 Comments
Rodney Boyd has some interesting names and careers in his Number 39 obscure side; from five-club flag winners to zero gamers and even secret agents, there’s something for everyone here.
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