What might have been for Nick Kossatch’s Port Adelaide as they let slip their grip on the ladder climb towards finals at Fremantle.
Round 16 – Fremantle v Port Adelaide: Mid-game Power lapse proves costly
July 4, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Almanac Teams: To Sedat with love; Obscure 38s (1980- )
July 4, 2022 by Leave a Comment
If you were ever left out of the huddle at quarter time, Rodney Boyd’s side of more obscure Number 38s since 1980 is the team for you!
Almanac Poetry: Another for Mr Malley
July 4, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Australia’s greatest literary hoax was the creation of the non-existent poet, Ern Malley, in the 1940s. This week, Kevin Densley presents a Malley-esque poem dedicated to the fictitious Ern.
Almanac Rugby Union: Week 1 of Tier 1 North v South Tests plus Pacific Nations Cup
July 4, 2022 by Leave a Comment
July is a big month for international rugby union as the Southern Hemisphere powerhouses host the top four ‘Home Nations’ while the Pacific nations play each other for local supremacy. The Almanac’s rugby expert Brian Lynch reviews the first weekend of competition.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 16 – Review / Round 17 – Preview
July 3, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life reviews the Pies close win against the Suns in their Round 16 match, and he previews Collingwood’s forthcoming match against North Melbourne.
Round 16 – Carlton v St. Kilda: Saints exorcise ‘dem’ Blues
July 3, 2022 by 1 Comment
After a few disappointing weeks, St Kilda gave their fans something to smile about with their convincing win over the Blues in their Round 16 match as a pleased Braham Dabscheck reports.
Round 16 – Essendon v Sydney: Sweet Revenge!
July 3, 2022 by 2 Comments
What a great win for the Bombers against the Swans in their Round 16 match at the MCG. It had Col and his grandson Ben leaping from the seats!
Almanac Books: A Life Well Fed
July 3, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Ian Wilson reflects on life growing up, initially the influence of persons he wished to emulate, then secondly, the influence of books and their profound effect as he explains.
Roadrunner – The Relentless Search for Meaning
July 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
For any ‘Bourdain-aholic’ out there such as Ian Wilson, Roadrunner is definitely a must-watch film documentary that provides an opportunity to know more intimately about the late, great Anthony Bourdain. Read more to hear about Ian’s review and insights about the film.
Almanac Footy: The AFL’s ‘missionary’ work
July 1, 2022 by 9 Comments
Punxsutawney Pete discusses and succinctly presents his viewpoints on many of the issues surrounding the expansion of the AFL into non AFL areas through the creation of new teams and vast amounts of money spent promoting Aussie rules.
Almanac Music: The Doctor Will See You Now – Five Oz Rock Classics by The Angels
July 1, 2022 by 12 Comments
KD salutes iconic Australian band The Angels, originally headed by dynamic frontman, Bernard ‘Doc’ Neeson.
Round 16 – Sal’s Preview: I See Red
June 30, 2022 by 5 Comments
Sal is seeing red over the AFL’s reluctance to introduce a self off rule.
Round 15 – Haiku Bob: the ruckman’s reach
June 30, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Collingwood’s run of success and the creature comforts of home are enough to keep both Haiku Bob and his dog happy.
The prehistory of Neil Kerley
June 30, 2022 by 30 Comments
Following the death of Neil ‘Knuckles’ Kerley, we revisit Mike Sexton’s interview with ‘King’ when they sat by the Murray River at the time of Kerley’s 80th birthday in 2014.
Almanac Rugby League – 2022 NRL Round16 Preview: Crucial ladder spots on the line
June 30, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The NRL returns this week with Round 16 which features several crucial, ladder-shaping clashes. Ian Hauser looks for his winners.
FEARLESS 2022 – Round 13: The Big Freeze – pushing MND into the foreground of awareness
June 30, 2022 by 1 Comment
FEARLESS is full of praise for Neale Daniher and the campaign to conquer MND. Round 13 comes under scrutiny.
‘The life and times of a football journeyman…’ by KB Hill
June 30, 2022 by 2 Comments
Norm Hamill wasn’t the greatest kick in footy but he sure made a good life out of the game anyway. KB Hill profiles the ex-Rovers player.
Round 16 – AFL 2022 Footy Fixture
June 29, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Check out the Round 16 AFL Footy Fixture to find who, where, and when your team is playing this week.
Almanac Football (History): Alex Jesaulenko
June 29, 2022 by 2 Comments
A recently discovered three minute, black and white film featuring Alex Jesaulenko in just his fourth VFL game has Michael Sexton enthralled. It took him back to a time full of rich and rewarding memories.
The bedlams are burning
In response to the recent incident between Tom Stewart and Dion Prestia and the general argument around a send-off rule, Dips makes the case for the unfair game that we know and love.