KB Hill recounts the careers of three Wangaratta Magpies Medallists, Tim Lowe, Ray Preston and Lance Oswald.
AusPol101: Does a Labor Government indicate a brighter future for young people?
June 1, 2022 by 2 Comments
Now the dust is settled after the Federal Election and the horizon beyond with a Labor government, Grace shares her take on what is to come with Anthony Albanese in charge and the critique she gives for the policies the Labor government intend to introduce.
Round 12 – AFL Footy Fixture
June 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Round 12 marks midway through season 2022. Check out who, where, and when your team is playing, or if it’s their bye.
Round 11 – Collingwood v Carlton: An unintentional parallel
June 1, 2022 by 2 Comments
Jackson Mansell captures the history, the rivalry, the tension and the importance of the clash between the olde enemies, Collingwood and Carlton as he is reminded of another great sporting moment.
A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues – Episode 7
June 1, 2022 by 6 Comments
Peter Clark examines the Match of the Day between Lockhart and Wagga, and highlights the exploits of Lockhart’s Jeff Nimmo in Episode 7 of his fabulous series, ‘A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues’.
Almanac Soccer: Book Review – Socceroos: 100 Years of Camaraderie and Courage
June 1, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Roy Hay gives his take on the Socceroo’s book consisting of never before seen photographs, reminiscing moments of Ange Postecoglou’s legacy in Australia and our history with New Zealand over the years.
Round 11 – St Kilda v North Melbourne: A day in the life!
May 31, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Allan Grants heads to Docklands for a garden-variety day at the footy, which ends up having its special moments.
Round 11 – Sydney v Richmond: Return to Sin City
May 31, 2022 by 1 Comment
John Green and his wife head to Sydney for a weekend of footy and taking in the sights. It’s a tight (and controversial) game.
Almanac WAFL Footy: Sharks dismiss Lions at the WACA
May 31, 2022 by 2 Comments
Les Everett was out and about on the weekend to take in several WAFL Round 6 matches.
Almanac Poetry: Winter train to Balaclava
May 31, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Pards is up to his tricks to find out where to buy a balaclava in Balaclava!
Round 11 – Collingwood v Carlton: Floreat Pica Society Report
May 31, 2022 by 3 Comments
Frank Taylor presents this week’s match report of the Collingwood v Carlton match on behalf of the Floreat Pica Society.
Almanac Road Trip: Part 2 – Echuca to Swan Hill
May 31, 2022 by 6 Comments
Col and Meryl continue their trip along the Murray River as they head for Swan Hill.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 11 Review / Round 12 Preview
May 31, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Like all Collingwood supporters, Cam Hooke was thrilled by the Pies’ stirring win against the Blues. He also previews their next match against the Hawks.
Almanac Music: Guns are the go in America
May 31, 2022 by 1 Comment
Guns have been a part of American music for a long time as Peter Crossing highlights in the examples he presents.
Round 11 – St. Kilda v North Melbourne: Saints hop over the hapless Kangaroos
May 30, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Braham Dabscheck on the Saints’ comfortable win over the lowly Roos and what to make of the season so far at the bye.
Almanac Rugby: Super Rugby Pacific Final Round
May 30, 2022 by Leave a Comment
And that’s all she wrote for four teams in the Super Rugby Pacific competition (the only sides with negative points differentials too) as finals beckon for the NZ quintet and three of the best from this side of the ditch. Brian the Ruminator has the details.
Round 11 – Port Adelaide v Essendon: Power withstand Dons’ surge
May 30, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Nick Kossatch recounts a game that gave Port a few more scares than the final margin might suggest.
Almanac Teams: Three-for-one Pies! Best of 36 (1980- )
May 30, 2022 by 2 Comments
Is Number 36 the tipping point? Rodney Boyd is starting to dig deep for his best sides series, though the Magpies have had no shortage of quality in the jumper!
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