The Monterey Pop Festival in 1967 was one of the very first music festivals to feature the ‘pop/ rock-n-roll’ genre of music. It was also a huge stepping stone in the career of Scott McKenzie and his generational anthem of ‘The Summer of Love’, ‘San Francisco (Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair)’.
Almanac (Cartoon) Life: Maybe next year…
August 17, 2021 by 4 Comments
Yvette Wroby is hoping for a better future, for the planet and the Saints…
Almanac Poetry: ‘Women’ – Tommy Mallet
August 17, 2021 by 1 Comment
Death is the theme of Tommy Mallet’s poem ‘Women’ as an old man lies dying and his family awaits the inevitable.
Round 22 – Brisbane v Collingwood: Pies play Lions for a quarter and a half (Floreat Pica Society)
August 16, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Dave Nadel witnessed some fantastic footy on the weekend…unfortunately for him and fellow Pies fans, it was played by Brisbane. Time to look forward to 2022 and a new beginning.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 22 Review, Round 23 Preview
August 16, 2021 by Leave a Comment
It might have been a hefty loss against Brisbane, but Cam Hooke was less worried by this result than the previous game against the Hawks. He offers his weekly dose of review and preview for the final time in the 2021 Collingwood men’s season.
Almanac Rugby: 19 in a row
August 16, 2021 by Leave a Comment
After the last game provided some hope, the behemoth All Blacks ensured that the Bledisloe Cup will stay on their side of the ditch for another year. Despite the result, Brian the Ruminator sees positives for the upcoming run of home Wallabies Tests.
Hawthorn and women’s footy – Back to the future…again
August 16, 2021 by 2 Comments
With the announcement of Hawthorn’s women’s side, Anne Cahill Lambert finally has a side she can really get behind in the AFLW. Her thoughts have turned to the great coaches of the brown and gold and their dedication despite ‘day jobs’ vying for their time…and of course what lies ahead.
Almanac Poetry: Irish
August 16, 2021 by 2 Comments
This Monday’s poem from Kevin Densley draws on family history, in particular his Irish ancestors, who, like many of their countryfolk, left their native land to start new lives around the world.
Almanac Teams: Second Eighteen (1980- )
August 16, 2021 by 2 Comments
It might be Rodney Boyd’s ‘Reserves’ for his Number 18 side, but there are plenty of entertaining names who have interesting stories from their time on the biggest stage.
Round 22 – Port Adelaide v Carlton: A Powerful 19 straight floors hapless Carlton
August 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
A crushing win to the Power smashing Carlton by 95 points in their Round 22 clash was enough to bring a huge smile to the face of any Port Adelaide supporter as it surely did to Nick Kossatch.
The WAFL season keeps rolling on
August 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
WAFL correspondent Les Everett keeps us up to date with developments out west where Brandon Donaldson starred for South Fremantle in the local derby.
A young Bullant taking all before him
August 14, 2021 by 1 Comment
Daniel Kelly reports on the emerging, very talented young Bullant, Mutaz Nour. Remember that name!
Almanac Olympics: Brisbane best bet to go into bat
August 13, 2021 by 5 Comments
Ron Reed looks ahead to assess the chances of netball and cricket winning status as Olympic sports – and wishes them both all the luck they can get!
Almanac History: Monash Centenary Military Ceremony and Celebrations August 2021
August 13, 2021 by 2 Comments
The town of Monash, named after General Sir John Monash, in the Riverland area of South Australia celebrates its centenary this month with a program of events and ceremonies.
The Furphy 2021 Literary Awards – Awards ceremony details
August 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The 2021 Furphy Literary Awards will be presented online tomorrow night. Get the link here.
1971 SANFL Mobil Cards – Part 9: West Torrens
August 13, 2021 by 14 Comments
West Torrens – The Mighty Eagles – is the subject of Swish’s latest review of the players from the 1971 SANFL Mobil Cards. Fred Bills, Glen Pill, Peter Phillipou and Bob Wildy, names to bring a smile to the Thebarton faithful.
AFLW expansion planned for the 2022/23 season
August 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The AFLW has outlined the expansion of the competition to include all 18 clubs for the 2022/23 season. The Footy Almanac is a keen supporter of the women’s game and aims to keep you up to date as details emerge. Here are several recent announcements.
Round 22 – Who is your team playing this week?
August 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The Round 22 AFL footy fixture – with link to the AFL’s website for up-to-the-minute information in the event of re-scheduling.
Almanac Footy: Mental Health and Wellbeing with Dr Ben Robbins and Dermott Brereton
August 12, 2021 by 1 Comment
Former AFL player, Dr Ben Robbins discusses mental health and wellbeing issues in sport with Dermott Brereton on SEN Radio.
Peter Bol: Inside the Legends of Our Australian Legend
Hannah Kuhar has recently been working on the Tokyo Olympic Games and was driven by the wonderful story of Peter Bol to help contextualise the framing of his achievements within the narratives of our greater communities. [Considered and thought provoking – Ed.]