Bob Utber’s new book, ‘Heart and Soul-A History of the Lang Lang Football Club 1895-2020’, will be released shortly. You can pre-order the book now.
Almanac Books: ‘Heart and Soul – A History of the Lang Lang Football Club 1895-2020’
March 14, 2021 by 2 Comments
Almanac (and Odd Friday) Lunch: The Blessing of the Season
March 13, 2021 by 3 Comments
After a long Covid-enforced absence the Footy Almanac Friday lunch returns to the fabulous North Fitzroy Arms Hotel, on the 19th of March. The special guest will be a treat for Tiger fans. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Almanac Review: Adelaide Writers’ Week 2021 – Powerful Word Fest
March 12, 2021 by 6 Comments
The Adelaide Writers’ Week is a festival of words, powerful words, and this year was no exception as Col Ritchie reviews some of his highlights.
Almanac Life: The Art of Indian Head Massage
March 12, 2021 by 1 Comment
In this Friday’s column, KD writes about his most unusual qualification, and invites Almanackers to comment and/or share theirs.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 1: And away we go!
March 11, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The 2021 NRL season kicks off tonight with a blockbuster at Melbourne’s AAMI Stadium. Our rugby league editor Ian Hauser provides his thoughts on how Round 1 will pan out.
Almanac Rugby League – Cameron Smith: Nobody did it better
March 11, 2021 by 9 Comments
Cameron Smith, arguably the greatest rugby league player of all time, certainly of his own era, has finally announced his retirement. Ian Hauser pays tribute to the man with a host of records to his name, many of which are unlikely to ever be broken.
‘Demon Robbie reflects on ’73 flag…’ by KB Hill
March 11, 2021 by 2 Comments
KB Hill caught up with Robbie Allen as they recalled the O&M League Grand Final of 1973.
Almanac Memoir: Lyndon ‘Beefy’ Andrews – A Football Journey
March 10, 2021 by 5 Comments
Lyndon ‘Beefy’ Andrews was a close-checking Centre Half Back for Central District in the SANFL during the 60s and 70s. From his junior years in Gawler to his last (and very successful) season in SA’s Mid-North, this is his entertaining account of his years in footy, the ovals that he played on and the friendships that he made along the way.
Almanac (Local) History: Just across the bay – a history of the Portarlington football, netball and cricket clubs
March 10, 2021 by 3 Comments
A project to research and record the history of the Portarlington football, netball and cricket clubs is under way. Roy Hay invites anyone with memories or information concerning these clubs to participate.
Almanac Soccer: Vale Jimmy Williams
March 9, 2021 by 2 Comments
Luke Radzminski followed South Melbourne to play the underdogs in the Eastern Lions. Having just lost the late Jimmy Williams, the Lions held on in a nail biting finish.
Almanac Rugby – Super Rugby AU Rd 3/ Aotearoa Rd 2: A round to be expected
March 9, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Brian the Ruminator casts his eye over the latest action in the Super Rugby/ Aotearoa competition. Despite some close finishes, the results fell into a familiar pattern.
Almanac Tennis: Ant bed nation – why Australian tennis owes the termite
March 9, 2021 by 7 Comments
With the topic of ant bed tennis courts running hot on the Almanac in recent weeks, Michael Sexton delves into the career of one of Queensland’s finest tennis players in Mal Anderson, and the influence growing up of the famous ant beds.
Almanac Poetry: Bert Watts’s Pies
March 9, 2021 by 12 Comments
His grandfather blamed café owner Bert Watts; his father, a butcher – but what really happened? In this week’s poem, Kevin Densley uncovers the truth.
Almanac Music: Midnight Oil in 2021
March 8, 2021 by 13 Comments
There was power, passion and a more than a few grey hairs at the most recent Midnight Oil gig at Womadelaide. Greg Andrew reviewed the show, his latest since first watching the iconic group live in 1990.
AFLW Round 6 – GWS v Brisbane: Capital Punishment
March 8, 2021 by 3 Comments
How good is footy in Canberra? William Westerman had the chance to support his Brisbane Lions in the flesh for the first time since moving to the ACT years ago. He watched an entertaining game with team performance the key.
Almanac Teams: The (not-so) Magnificent Seven (1980- )
March 8, 2021 by 3 Comments
From myopic sharpshooters to cross-code game winners, there’s plenty in Rodney Boyd’s team of more obscure Number 7s since 1980 this week.
Almanac Soccer: South Melbourne plays an old foe on a neutral battleground
March 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
South Melbourne, after a strong pre-season, came up against arch rivals Heidelberg United to open their 2021 season. Luke Radzminski was there, camera in hand, to capture the big moments and profile Heidelberg.
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