Newtown RLFC, the Jets, have a long and proud history. Here is a collection of photos of some of the characters who pulled on the famous blue jersey over the years.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 17 Review and Round 18 Preview
July 15, 2021 by 2 Comments
Cam Hooke’s confidence in Collingwood paid off last week. He’s doubling down for this week’s clash against Carlton, as he reviews Round 17 with a hopeful eye to the MCG. (Let’s hope we get there – Eds).
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 18: Welcome to Queensland!
July 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The NRL has moved to Queensland for a month or so. What uncertainties might that unleash? Ian Hauser tries to find his way through the revamped schedule to find the winners in Round 18.
‘The ten centimetres that changed Baden Cooke’s life……’ by KB Hill
July 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
KB Hill profiles ‘one of Benalla’s finest sporting products’, Baden Cooke who rode in the international peloton for well over a decade.
Almanac Sport: All in a day – calypso cricket, Les Bleus rugby and Dream Team hoops
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Wayne Ball watches on as Australia resumes rivalries with international sporting opponents in cricket, rugby and basketball. He realises just how diminished the powerhouses of his youth are in 2021.
Almanac Rugby Union – Australia v France Second Test: AAMI Park, Australia’s graveyard
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Brian the Ruminator summarises Australia’s defeat by Les Blues at AAMI Park, as the Wallabies continue to struggle at the venue.
Almanac Footy History: The Lexton Football League and Lexton Football Club – Part 4
July 14, 2021 by 3 Comments
In Part 4, the final part of Roger Spaull’s account of the history of the Lexton Football League and the Lexton Football Club, he highlights some of the great footballers who played at the various clubs in the Lexton Football League.
Round 18 – AFL Footy Fixture 2021: Who, where, and when?
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The AFL Footy Fixture 2021 for Round 18 is available to check out who, where, and when your favourite team is playing.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 4, 1953: Geelong v Essendon – cool Cats curtail Coleman
July 14, 2021 by 3 Comments
Geelong’s miserly defence held John Coleman to just four goals in its victory over Essendon in Round Four, 1953. Peter Clark continues his ongoing series on the Cats’ dominant run.
WAFL: Round 14 – Thrillers, a comeback, a premiership and a gap
July 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
West Australian correspondent Les Everett updates all the WAFL Round 14 results and reviews.
Round 17 – Western Bulldogs v Sydney: South Melbourne! South Melbourne!
July 13, 2021 by 11 Comments
Jan Courtin is a very happy Swan after Sydney’s fantastic win wearing the old South Melbourne colours against ladder leader the Western Bulldogs in Round 17.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin Game III Preview: Total dominance or some pride restored?
July 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Ian Hauser fears that it will be more doom, gloom and misery for the Maroons in tomorrow night’s State of Origin Game III.
Almanac Footy History: The Lexton Football League and Lexton Football Club – Part 3
July 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
Part 3 of Roger Spaull’s history of the Lexton Football League and Lexton Football Club highlights many of the great players that have represented the club throughout the club’s history.
Round 17 – Richmond v Collingwood: Reward for effort (Floreat Pica Society)
July 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
Tony Scully writes for the Floreat Pica Society after Collingwood came from behind to snatch ‘another famous victory over the the enemy’.
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Irish Girl’ Part 3 – Tommy Mallet
July 13, 2021 by 2 Comments
Tommy Mallet’s epic poem ‘The Irish Girl’ comes to its conclusion in Part 3. Does Tommy stay, or does he go? [Warning: mature themes are contained in the poem – Ed.]
Almanac Baseball: Mid-Season Wrap/All Star Game Preview
July 12, 2021 by 1 Comment
Brian the Ruminator turns his attention from rugby to baseball as the MLB’s season begins to take shape.
FEARLESS 2021 – Rounds 13 and 14: Fixturing on the run
July 12, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Paul ‘Fearless’ Thomson gives us another double dose of his AFL reviews with Rounds 13 and 14 in the rearview mirror.
Almanac Football History: A letter to Tom
The Emerald Hill Chronicle returns to profess a deep and undying love rekindled by a timeless red ‘V’ on white worn by a victorious Swans side.