Greg Andrew grew up in country South Australia where there ain’t much rugger. But he has always been intrigued by the code and finds himself at a third grade match in Adelaide (Onkaparinga v Old Collegians) where the rugby is fair dinkum (but one-sided) and the barbecue is outstanding.
Almanac Teams: Imperfect tens (1980- )
April 19, 2021 by 2 Comments
Rodney Boyd considers some of the more obscure VFL/AFL players to have worn the Number 10 jumper over the last 40 years, including one of the more controversial players in recent memory.
Round 5 – Carlton v Port Adelaide: An impressive Port show dims Carlton’s hopes
April 19, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Nick Kossatch was hoping to see Port Adelaide, and specifically Robbie Gray, dominate the Blues once again. He got his way, as Gray and a raft of other young Power players ran riot on the MCG.
AFLW Grand Final – Adelaide v Brisbane: The good, the bad and the verdict?
April 19, 2021 by 3 Comments
Our international cricket correspondent Citrus Bob Utber ventured into the unknown on Saturday when he attended the AFLW Grand Final in Adelaide sans binoculars. He got to watch an intriguing Grand Final, with an upset he enjoyed.
Round 4 – Haiku Bob: The slide
April 19, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob paints a vivid picture of his Pies, in the midst of fighting a slow start to the season.
Almanac Life: Claire’s wedding speech, to me
April 18, 2021 by 6 Comments
Last week we read Mickey Randall’s lovely speech to his wife Claire, from their wedding day. Now, we get to see what Claire said to return the favour.
Round 5 – Brisbane v Essendon: A wet and dismal night in Brisbane for the Dons
April 18, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Rod Oaten was shocked to turn on his TV and see a waterlogged Gabba awaiting his Dons. It didn’t get much better, as he was left dispirited by Essendon’s performance against the firing Lions.
AFLW Grand Final – Adelaide v Brisbane: Inspirational stories everywhere you look
April 18, 2021 by 2 Comments
It was a landmark AFLW Grand Final win for Brisbane in many ways. Trawling through the aftermath of the Lions’ maiden AFLW flag, Caspar McLeod discusses all of the major stories of the decider.
Ice Hockey 1.01: Dual citizen
April 18, 2021 by 2 Comments
Deakin University student James Wright has joined the Almanac as our ice hockey columnist. A Canadian Australian, he will help us understand the game and its significance.
Round 5 – West Coast v Collingwood: Floreat Pica Society Match Report
April 18, 2021 by 1 Comment
Richard Moody was in Perth for the West Coast – Pies match and penned this report for the Floreat Pica Society.
AFLW Grand Final – Adelaide v Brisbane: We are Lions, hear us roar – a Premiership too big to ignore
April 18, 2021 by 5 Comments
Shane Reid reports on Brisbane’s victory over Adelaide to take out the 2021 AFLW Premiership, while also considering women’s footy in Australian culture.
Round 5 – St Kilda v Richmond: The Seven Steps to Writing Success
April 17, 2021 by Leave a Comment
John Green applies his seven-point writing strategy to an 86 point Richmond victory, which he had to watch while out for dinner.
Round 5 – St Kilda v Richmond: Extremely disappointing and devastating loss
April 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
It was a tough time for Yoshi, who saw his Saints get crushed by Richmond on Thursday night footy. Bemoaning his side’s inadequacies, Yoshi calls for a tougher response against Port Adelaide next week.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit Cricket Club 2020/21 Season – January, February & March Review
April 16, 2021 by 4 Comments
Luke Reynolds presents a comprehensive newsletter wrap of the Pomborneit Bulls 2020/21 season, with their first XI taking home the ultimate prize for a third consecutive season amidst a wonderful year of growth for the club.
Almanac Life: The Tightarse
April 16, 2021 by 17 Comments
It’s a sticky question, but for Smokie it’s easy to think of one ‘tightarse’ he knows. Enjoy as he humorously discusses the frugal disposition of ‘Ocker’, a former fellow employee with a desperate need to save up.
Almanac Book Extract: ‘Media and Me, by Warnie’ from ‘War Games’ by Ron Reed
April 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
Ron Reed’s latest book is the special guest at the next Odd Friday/Footy Almanac lunch on April 23 at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. Here’s a chapter to tempt your (reading) taste buds!
Round 4 – St Kilda v West Coast: Saints bounce back with high pressure footy
April 15, 2021 by 2 Comments
Our Japanese football correspondent Yoshi is back! And just in time to take in the great win by the Saints over the Eagles.
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