As he emerges from the fog of general anaesthetic, Smokie observes a fellow patient trying to cope with harsh reality of life’s wider struggles.
Balcony Banter Bonanza: No matching the MCG!
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The sheer pleasure of being back at the footy at the MCG has dominated recent posts on the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’. Teenage GWS fan Nicholas Quinlan and Demons historian Lynda Carroll add their thoughts after their recent experiences.
Almanac Books: The Furphy Anthology 2020
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Taken from the cream of entries into last year’s Furphy Literary Award, The Furphy Anthology 2020 contains sixteen of the best stories on the topic of ‘Australian Life’.
The Furphy Literary Award 2021
April 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Just a friendly reminder that entries for the Furphy Literary Award for 2021 close on April 30. More details in this post.
Round 6 – Haiku Bob: The first wreath
April 29, 2021 by 3 Comments
Haiku Bob observed similarities between the observance of Anzac Day and the decline of his Magpies when he took in their recent clash with the Bombers.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 8: Turbulent times and ta-ta to Trent
April 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Rugby league correspondent Ian Hauser is happy to observe further signs of new life in what initially looked like an all too predictable season. The retiring Trent Merrin also gets a well-deserved salute.
‘Derby Day Looms……’ by KB Hill
April 29, 2021 by 3 Comments
KB Hill traces the history of the local Wangaratta ‘derby’, Wangaratta Rovers v Wangaratta Magpies.
Almanac Music: Live again with Died Pretty
April 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
Remember live music? Died Pretty finally got to play their much delayed gig at the Croxton Park Hotel. Mick Symons was glad to be there.
Seve – Part 7: Ryder Cup Continuation
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A continuation of Seve at the Ryder Cup in 1985 and 1987, as told bynDeakin University student Connor Schmidtke in the seventh of his eight-part series on one of the most-loved golfers of all time.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 14, 1952: Footscray v Geelong – Menacing Dogs chase Cats
April 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
Geelong’s next challenge was a tricky encounter against Footscray at the Western Oval. Meanwhile, the Helsinki Olympics were in full swing. Peter Clark continues his series on the record-breaking Geelong team of 1952-53.
Round 6 – Carlton v Brisbane: Three out of four will never do
April 28, 2021 by 3 Comments
After a week of criticism, Carlton offered three-quarters of a response. John Butler offers his view on what was missing
Club rugby: It has a real community feel to it.
April 28, 2021 by 1 Comment
Greg A reports on a superb day of rugby – and other sports – at Brighton (Adelaide).
Round 7 – AFL 2021 Footy Fixture: Playing details for your team
April 28, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Find out who, where, and when your favourite team is playing for Round 7.
The Unsung – Round 6: Jacob Koschitzke and Darcy Cameron
April 27, 2021 by 1 Comment
Deakin Uni student Chris Mangos’ sixth weekly column ‘The Unsung’, featuring young, up-and-coming footy stars Jacob Koschitzke and Darcy Cameron.
Round 6 – Essendon v Collingwood: A Massed Gathering
April 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
Sam Laffy celebrates the tradition and atmosphere of the Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon.
Almanac Poetry: ‘Wine Belly’ – Tommy Mallet
April 27, 2021 by 1 Comment
‘Wine Belly’ is Tommy Mallet’s poem telling of the drunken peril staggering home late on a cold, still night, a time when the mind comes out to play.
Almanac Footy and Life (and Lunches): Engaging the Cats
April 27, 2021 by 17 Comments
Dips O’Donnell attended the Almanac/Odd Friday lunch with Ron Reed. There was a significant family event happening the next day, so he wasn’t going to stay late. Then the Carlton Draught started slide down easily…
Round 6 – Collingwood v Essendon: The day the result of the game comes second.
April 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
The stirring sounds of the Last Post brought back memories for Caspar McLeod of walking the battlefields of Gallipoli with his family. His Bombers fought gallantly in their battle against the Pies at the MCG on Anzac Day to record a fantastic win as Caspar reports.
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