The Footy Almanac

Round 15 – Port Adelaide v Sydney: A-Mayes-ing win in birthday twin wins

June 27, 2021 by KOSSYPOWERMAN Leave a Comment

On his birthday weekend, Nick Kossatch didn’t get to see his local BITS Saints secure a top four spot, but he was able to witness the Power rally to produce a heart-stopping win over the valiant Sydney Swans.

Round 15 – Richmond v St. Kilda: Saints find their mojo against tired Tigers

June 27, 2021 by Braham Dabscheck 2 Comments

Braham Dabscheck woke up on Friday feeling confident about a St Kilda upset win over the Tigers. But what he got even blew his lofty expectations away in a stunning MCG victory for the Saints.

Almanac Rugby League – Women’s State of Origin 2021: Gritty, not pretty

June 26, 2021 by Ian Hauser 1 Comment

It was gritty, not pretty as the Queensland Maroons defended their women’s rugby league State of Origin title at Sunshine Coast Stadium.

Round 15 – Brisbane v Geelong: Cats could learn from the Black Caps

June 26, 2021 by Trebor9994 2 Comments

Citrus Bob Utber thought he was heading for a heart attack watching Geelong’s woeful performance in their Round 15 match against Brisbane.

Almanac Life: Riesling Trail Ramblings

June 25, 2021 by Mickey Randall 11 Comments

Rambling The Riesling Trail on their e-bikes, Mickey Randall and Claire partake in the leisurely pleasures of wine tasting and pub meals along the way.

Almanac Netball: The 400 game netballing sisters from Kapunda

June 25, 2021 by Almanac Admin 1 Comment

Two sisters, Tabatha MacKenzie and Penny Chappell (of the famous Ryan clan of Kapunda) have achieved an amazing milestone in their career, both playing 400 games for the Kapunda Netball Club.

Almanac Cricket: Black Caps can teach us a lot

June 25, 2021 by Trebor9994 6 Comments

Bob Utber was delighted to sit up half the night watching a great contest of cricket with a wonderful win by NZ over India in their ICC World Cricket Championship match in the UK.

Almanac Fashion: Colac ‘Ready-To-Wear’

June 25, 2021 by Kevin Densley 2 Comments

This week, in his regular Friday column, KD discusses his idea for a new fashion line, mainly inspired by Colac and Picasso.

Almanac Life: Buses, Trains and Automobiles

June 25, 2021 by Smokie 8 Comments

It wasn’t quite as adventurous as the journey Steve Martin and John Candy took in the film ‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’, but Smokie’s trip was memorable nonetheless.

Round 15 – Sal’s Preview: Bring your mouthguard

June 24, 2021 by Sal Ciardulli Leave a Comment

With a few ‘too close to call’ match-ups in this weekend’s Round 15, Sal has his work cut out to give you the lowdown on where to place your hard-earned.

Winning in Wyche – Part 3: Pressure unearths diamonds

June 24, 2021 by Sean Mortell Leave a Comment

It’s 1969. Despite some injury woes, Wycheproof-Narraport have put together a handy Under 16 footy team. However, the League seems to have a wealth of talented young players across some very good junior sides. Sean Mortell gives us the next installment of a memorable season up the bush.

Almanac Footy Opinion: It’s time…for a Tassie team in the AFL

June 24, 2021 by Almanac Admin 13 Comments

In this piece (first published at The Conversation),Tim Harcourt argues the case for a Tasmanian football team to join the AFL.

‘Fond farewell to Lex and Les…legends of the past’ by KB Hill

June 24, 2021 by Almanac Admin 1 Comment

KB Hill recalls the lives and achievements of two legends of the north-east, Les Reed and Lex Nicoll, both of whom passed away in recent weeks.

Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin stand alone weekend

June 24, 2021 by Ian Hauser 1 Comment

State of Origin dominates the rugby league weekend with the annual women’s clash tomorrow night followed by Game 2 of the 2021 men’s series on Sunday night. Ian Hauser previews both matches.