As the 50th anniversary of the Whitlam Dismissal approaches the Manning Clark House presents a ‘Weekend of Ideas’ to maintain rage and enthusiasm.
Almanac memories: Arthur Ashe’s Autograph
October 28, 2025 by 4 Comments
Ian Wilson recalls the time he obtained tennis great Arthur Ashe’s autograph.
The Gambler
October 28, 2025 by 7 Comments
As it is Spring Carnival time we reprise a selection of verse from Damian Balassone related to the pros and cons of ‘The Gambler’. The selection was first first published in 2024.
Almanac Books: An Extract – ‘Touchstone: Racing, Racing Men and Racehorses’ by RM Griffiths & MG Bird
October 28, 2025 by 1 Comment
Samuel Griffiths witnessed his first Melbourne Cup in 1877 at the tender age of nearly 12 years. His great grandson Richard Griffiths co wrote a rollicking yarn with Murray Bird about Samuel’s life in ‘Touchstone: Racing, Racing Men and Racehorses The life and times of Samuel Griffiths 1865-1937’. The Footy Almanac presents an extract from the book.
Almanac Cricket – ACS Literary Scholar Report: An Opening Conundrum
October 27, 2025 by 5 Comments
All eyes on the first players out to face the Poms and for the summer in general, Lorenzo Di-Mauro Hayes surveys the field and makes his case.
Almanac Poetry: The Horror, The Horror, And A Great Ugliness Is Born
October 27, 2025 by Leave a Comment
Kevin Densley describes this Monday’s poem, previously unpublished, as ‘toilet humour’.
Almanac Cricket – Kim Hughes and his Merry Men: a morality play
October 24, 2025 by 4 Comments
Warwick Hadfield recalls the rebel tours to South Africa in the 1980s and their impact on the game both there and in Australia.
Almanac Music: ‘King of Pain’ – Songs Involving Kings and/or Queens
October 24, 2025 by 175 Comments
This installment of KD’s long-running series on popular song themes focuses upon songs involving kings and/or queens. As is always the case, readers’ song choices and comments are warmly welcomed.
Sal’s Preview 2025: Cox Plate Preview – Farewell to the Grand Theatre
October 24, 2025 by Leave a Comment
With the two-day 2025 Ladbrokes Cox Plate Carnival this weekend punters have plenty of racing to consider. Sal Ciardulli makes it easier with his thoughts and tips for picking a winner.
Almanac (Film) Review: A Deep Dive Into ‘The Boss’
October 24, 2025 by 3 Comments
Ian Wilson offers his perspective on the Bruce Springsteen biopic ‘Deliver Me To Nowhere’ and suggests which artists might be next in line for similar showcasing.
RITV Summer Series – Athletics: Gout Gout’s last races for Ipswich Grammar School
October 23, 2025 by 4 Comments
Russel Hansen will tune in to the live stream of tomorrow’s Brisbane GPS track and field championships to watch Gout Gout run for his school, Ipswich Grammar School, for the last time. The occasion will also remind RITV of some of the best years of his life involved in this special sports environment.
Almanac Music: ‘Whole Lotta Love’ in Acland Street
October 23, 2025 by 3 Comments
The Bardens, Allan and Lorelle, had a great time on Ackland Street, highlighted by a two-hour Led Zeppelin tribute performed by the incredible Dallas Frasca.
Almanac Rugby League – The First Test of the Ashes and the Pacific Championships Week 2
October 23, 2025 by 5 Comments
The rugby league Ashes series, the first in over 20 years, begins this weekend while the Pacific Championships continues with Week 2 clashes. Ian Hauser offers his preview of a big weekend for ‘the greatest game of all’.
‘Ninety-year-old AB still a passionate sporting fan…’ by KB Hill
October 23, 2025 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill recalls the life and times of Ab Comensoli, a Wangaratta Magpies legend, who celebrated his 90th birthday in August.
Almanac Basketball: Action-thriller Bullitt speeds off with Not Bad Thanks world records
October 22, 2025 by 1 Comment
Graeme Willingham follows up his report on Not Bad Thanks Basketball Club playing its 2,000th game with a story about the club claiming new world records.
Almanac Lunch: Cox Plate Eve with special guest Andrew Rule (Oct 24)
October 21, 2025 by 2 Comments
The Footy Almanac Cox Plate Eve Lunch is on Oct 24. It features Andrew Rule and his new book ‘The Chosen Few’. All welcome.
Almanac Dinner (in the Barossa): Andy Thurlow and The Hugamug Club members with John Harms (Nov 27)
October 21, 2025 by 4 Comments
Almanac Dinner in the Barossa featuring Andy Thurlow and some special guests, in conversation with John Harms. The evening will finish with the launch of Andy’s latest book ‘The Hugamug Club’. All welcome.
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