The Footy Almanac

Almanac Life: 2020 Revolt

March 30, 2021 by Nicole Kelly 3 Comments

From the verb revolt and its many synonyms, Nicole Kelly highlights issues that need addressing in today’s society.

Round 2 – Port Adelaide v Essendon: Danger game?

March 30, 2021 by KOSSYPOWERMAN Leave a Comment

Port powered to a convincing win over the Bombers in what some thought to be a danger game for Port Adelaide reports Nicholas Kossatch.

The Beeaanly Bugle: Season 1, From D to E

March 30, 2021 by ConnorHoetzel 1 Comment

Deakin Uni student Connor Hoetzel continues his weekly column about his local basketball team, The Beeaans.

Almanac Music: ‘The Weight” (Live at the Royal Albert Hall) – The Band

March 30, 2021 by Colin Ritchie 5 Comments

‘Music from the Big Pink’ was the first album released by The Band and includes their timeless classic ‘The Weight. Have a listen to a live version of this classic song.

Round 2 – Hawthorn v Richmond: Clarko’s reconstruction

March 30, 2021 by greejoh 2 Comments

It’s great to be back at the footy even when you are sitting in the stratosphere on Level 4 at the MCG as John Green and his son were for Tigers Round 2 match against the Hawks.

Almanac Rail Trips: Journey to Mungo National Park

March 30, 2021 by Roger Lowrey 7 Comments

Roger Lowrey took advantage of free train travel for Victorian Seniors last week and journeyed to the listed World Heritage site of the Mungo National Park.

FEARLESS 2021 Round 1: RIP the bump – The bump is dead

March 30, 2021 by Fearless Leave a Comment

FEARLESS is back for 2021, albeit belatedly, and presents his review of the Round 1 AFL matches.

Almanac Poetry: Uncle Bert and the 1909 Warrnambool to Melbourne Cycling Race

March 30, 2021 by Kevin Densley 6 Comments

This week, Kevin Densley’s poem is about two relatives, Fardie and Bert, who rode in the 1909 Warrnambool to Melbourne – yes, for some time, the famous cycling event went in the opposite direction to what is the case today.

Almanac Poetry: ‘Get Up’ – Tommy Mallet

March 30, 2021 by Tommy Mallet 1 Comment

Tommy Mallet’s poem ‘Get Up’ is about the perils of working in the bush, especially falling branches.

Almanac Music: Stereo Stories at the Bendigo Writers Festival

March 30, 2021 by vinm 2 Comments

The Bendigo Writers Week is shortly upon us. The Stereo Stories Team is part of the programme and will be presenting ten stories in stereo.

Round 3 – AFL Footy Fixture

March 30, 2021 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

Not certain who your team is playing, where and when, then check out our Round 3 fixture for details.

Almanac Soccer: Back to the park

March 29, 2021 by haysoc Leave a Comment

Roy Hay returns with a match between two local soccer clubs whose origins are somewhat emblematic of the tale of modern Australian migration.

Almanac Cricket: Run Out

March 29, 2021 by Neill Jones 6 Comments

Neill Jones shares his first story with the Almanac, a delve into the deep love his mum Veronica had for the game of cricket. [Nice debut – Ed.]

Almanac Teams: On Cloud Nine (1980- )

March 29, 2021 by Rodney 4 Comments

You’d be hard pressed to find another team batting this deep with quality midfielders! Rodney Boyd’s team of the best to wear Number 9 since 1980 is arguably his best yet.