Check out the latest newsletter from Wantok Musik including details of Kutcha Edwards’ new album release, as well as information about other notable performers from the label.
Almanac (Footy) Art and History: 1904 VFL Grand Final: Fitzroy v Carlton
July 1, 2021 by 3 Comments
DJ Williams continues his series of articles combining art and football history. This time he covers the 1904 Grand Final between Fitzroy and Carlton.
Almanac Local Footy: Northern Bullants give ex-VFL affiliates the Blues
July 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
Daniel Kelly took great delight in watching the Northern Bullants record their first win of the 2021 season – all the more so because it came against Carlton!
The Demons: Steven and Billy Stretch – Part 1
July 1, 2021 by 13 Comments
Steven Stretch was a skinny kid who became a quality AFL player for the Melbourne Football Club during their strong late 80s era. Matt Watson provides this profile of a great career. (Epic! – Ed.)
Round 15 – Richmond v St Kilda: An upset as records rewritten
July 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
After their loss the previous week, Yoshi wasn’t confident as the Saints took on the Tigers at the G. By night’s end, our correspondent from Japan was counting a series of new records.
The Merger Trilogy: On the Frontier
July 1, 2021 by 4 Comments
William Westerman continues to chart the story that saw the Fitzroy Football Club merge with the then Brisbane Bears to become the Brisbane Lions.
Almanac History: Music, sport and the footy in July 1971
July 1, 2021 by 7 Comments
Glen! takes us back 50 years to remember the music, the tennis and the footy from July 1971.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 16: Top of the pile battles
July 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
A couple of top of the table clashes highlight this weekend Round 16 of the NRL. We offer Ian Hauser’s prognosis.
‘Josh negotiates the obstacles on his footy journey…’ by KB Hill
July 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
KB Hill charts the setbacks endured by Josh Newton and his determination to fight back every time.
Almanac Footy Writing: The VFL is restored to its former glory!
June 30, 2021 by 5 Comments
Covid chaos? Not so, says Wippet, as he illustrates how the mass exodus of AFL teams to Victoria may actually be a blessing in disguise for the (rightful) resumption of the VFL competition.
Round 16 – Sal’s Preview: Going the early crow
June 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Sal is back to rescue you from your tipping woes ahead of a crackerjack, Covid-affected Round 16.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 2, 1953: Footscray v Geelong – a blue and white blizzard.
June 30, 2021 by 2 Comments
Geelong dominated an undermanned Footscray to consolidate a flying start to the 1953 season. Peter Clark continues his series on Geelong’s undefeated run.
Round 16 – AFL 2021 Footy Fixture: Who, where, and when
June 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The AFL 2021 Footy Fixture for Round 16 is available and updated with changes made due to Covid 19. Find out where, when, and who your team plays this round.
Almanac (Local) Footy: Ainslie Women’s Division 2 – Round 2
June 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
At Kingston Oval, Canberra, Declan Kerlett was on hand to see Ainslie defeated by Eastlake.
Almanac Book Launch: ‘And Bring the Darkness Home: The Tony Dell Story’
June 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The Governor-General of Australia, David Hurley AC, DSC, FTSE, will launch ‘And Bring the Darkness Home: The Tony Dell Story’ by Greg Milam on Friday 27 August 2021. Full details are in this post.
Jake Lever Leaving
June 29, 2021 by 4 Comments
‘Jake Lever Leaving’, a poem from Damian Balassone, reflects the despair when a favourite footballer leaves the club.
Almanac (Country) Golf: Bridgewater on Loddon in the 1970s and today
June 29, 2021 by 9 Comments
Mark Poustie once roamed the greens of Bridgewater on Loddon (just outside Bendigo) with great frequency. He recalls a different time with pigs and semi-trailers as hazards…though the green fees remain a steal!
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Irish Girl’ Part 1 – Tommy Mallet
June 29, 2021 by 3 Comments
Tommy Mallet has written an epic poem in three major parts telling the tale of a relationship and all its many vicissitudes. Enjoy Part 1 of ‘The Irish Girl’. [Editor’s warning: mature themes are contained in the poem]
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