There’s a game of footy which Yvette Wroby watches via the Fan Zone, but there’s so much more. The Robert Muir story. An interview with ChicksTalkingFooty on JoyFM, a St Kilda AFLW Best and Fairest to look forward…there’s a LOT.
Almanac Life: Marathon Man
August 28, 2020 by 11 Comments
Smokie recalls the elation of the first of his four Melbourne marathons.
Round 14 – Sal’s Preview: A blockbuster at the G – the Gabba, that is!
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sal’s salivating at the Collingwood v Carlton blockbuster at the G – the Gabba, that is. He also runs his eye over a big program at Caulfield to pick a winner or two.
Round 13/14 Review and preview: A glorious weekend in Darwin followed by blockbusters
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell celebrates a great Sir Doug Nicholls round and looks forward to this weekend’s tantalising clashes.
Almanac Sponsors: QTRBCK
August 27, 2020 by 7 Comments
We thank the crew at QTRBCK who are great supporters of the Almanac, even through these tough economic times. As financial advisers, they run an excellent show. Please take a moment to reacquaint yourselves with them, and then click on the link to have a look at their informative piece on the changing world of investment. [I like the conversational tone – JTH]
Balcony Banter – Katie Johns: The significance of an MCG phone box
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Katie Jones learned a great deal about the MCG, its history and its traditions from her father Geoff. In this Balcony Banter story, she recalls the road to receiving her Membership letter in 2016.
1981 Revisited – Round 22: ‘Back in Black’, The Death of South Melbourne
August 27, 2020 by 14 Comments
South Melbourne play their last home game at the Lakeside Oval, and finals places are confirmed on largely sodden ovals. Sam Steele revisits the final home and away round of the 1981 VFL season.
Neil Sachse: A determined father spreads an important message
August 27, 2020 by 20 Comments
With the passing of Neil Sachse, we revisit this excerpt from Mike Sexton’s book about Neil. This is an introduction to Neil Sachse, the nature of spinal injury, the advances made in understanding and management, and Neil’s foundation. The Almanac extends our condolences to the Sachse family.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 16 preview: Correct weight!
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
According to our rugby league editor Ian Hauser, the NRL’s Round 16 looks like it will confirm this year’s finalists. But there will be no mercy for the Broncos!
Almanac Memoir: An autobiographical piece by Bill Stephen
August 27, 2020 by 19 Comments
Bill Stephen sat down with pen and paper in January 2004 to get something off his chest, something I understand he kept pretty much to himself over the years. He also wanted to record some of his memories. This is what he wrote.
‘The Old Football Sage…’ by KB Hill
August 27, 2020 by 4 Comments
KB Hill goes back in time to recount the long career of Wang Rovers and Moyhu stalwart, Ben Ward.
1971 SANFL Mobil Cards – Part 4: Norwood
August 27, 2020 by 9 Comments
Swish brings us the next in his 1971 SANFL Mobil footy cards series. This one features the men of Norwood.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – Melbourne v Carlton: The Kreuzer Cup
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
It was a different type of game when Carlton and Melbourne met in the final round of 2007. Both struggled, and Christian Mooney soon noticed the Blues weren’t too disappointed with the loss, for now they had Matthew Kreuzer at pick one.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – Western Bulldogs v North Melbourne: Finals-type mettle
August 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Christopher Riordan had expected this 2007 match-up to be between a finals bound Bulldogs and a struggling North Melbourne. The roles were reversed, and Christopher had nothing but respect for the Roos.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – Sydney v Hawthorn: Unexpectedly brilliant and ready for finals
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Rod Gillett turned up to the SCG in 2007 worried about the Swans, but left enthused about what lay ahead in the finals.
Almanac Football – Round 13 Carey-Bunton Medal: Giant’s Harry Perryman still in contention
August 26, 2020 by 2 Comments
Rod Gillett updates us on the votes for the Carey-Bunton Medal after Round 13.
Round 13 – Collingwood v North Melbourne: Fresh torture methods, a deadly duo and Mayne’s Menagerie
August 26, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Though not a storied rivalry, Sean Mortell has discovered some more domestic incentives to add spice to Collingwood’s contests with North.
Almanac Life: Ashton Agar [may] meet Ivar the Boneless
August 26, 2020 by 6 Comments
Welcome to John Agar who, after an email exchange with John Harms, responded to the oft-asked question: ‘Are you related to Ashton?’ He has been looking and has uncovered an intriguing family tree. [Good to have you in the fold John – JTH]
1966 and all that: Preliminary Final – St. Kilda v Essendon
August 26, 2020 by 6 Comments
The Preliminary Final 1966 saw the Saints record an impressive win against the Bombers to move into the Grand Final. Peter Clark reviews the penultimate game of St Kilda’s premiership year.
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