Sean Mortell caught up with octogenarian (and Almanac contributor) Jim Johnson to findout about his footy career under South Melbourne legend Herb Matthews.
Round 11 – Brisbane v Western Bulldogs: The Fitzroy Bulldogs and a 1.21 gigawatt win
August 9, 2020 by 7 Comments
A time of film education and reminiscing led Shane Reid to the Lions v Bulldogs clash on Saturday night. When Brisbane shone to rise up to second place, Shane began to wonder what the time ahead held for his young side.
Round 10 Review, Round 11 Preview: Who wants to be a tipster?
August 8, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell makes sense of Round 10 and previews Round 11 with this comprehensive look at all things AFL footy.
Almanac Life: A West Australian Out Of Water
August 8, 2020 by 4 Comments
When West Australian Poppy Penny landed a nice (temporary) job in radio in country New South Wales, she thought she’d be back home to watch her beloved Freo by the middle of the year. Travel restrictions have changed that. [Hang in there Poppy – JTH]
Round 10 – Collingwood v Sydney: The steel stud affair
August 8, 2020 by Leave a Comment
It was a tight game between Collingwood and Sydney. Richard Davis was impressed by his young Swans effort, but was critical towards the choice of footwear from his team.
Almanac Life: One of those Melbourne lockdown Saturdays
August 8, 2020 by 17 Comments
A day in lockdown quickly evolved into an emotional reflection on Jan Courtin’s parents. Whilst typing out some letters from years gone by, Jan discovered her family history, making the day worthwhile.
Almanac Life: The Crystal Pool
August 7, 2020 by 18 Comments
Smokie Dawson longs for the summer, and a visit to the Crystal Pool. Its charms have been passed down through the generations of his family.
Round 11 – Sal’s Preview: They Keep on Rolling
August 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
Sal presents his preview and tips for Round 11, and his thoughts for the first group race of the season at Flemington.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 10 Review and Round 11 Preview
August 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
True believers, Cam Hooke reviews the Pies Round 10 match against the Swans, and previews the Round 11 match against Adelaide.
Round 10 – Collingwood v Sydney: A magical moment breaks through the buffering
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Problems setting up the live stream, problems with Collingwood’s game, not a great start for Sean Mortell and his Magpies against the Sun In their Round 10 match. However, perseverance is rewarded in the end for the Pies as they win a close one.
Round 10 – Gold Coast v St Kilda: Saints and Suns in a classic under the stars at Metricon
August 7, 2020 by 5 Comments
In an exciting game where the fortunes of both teams ebbed and flowed, Braham Dabscheck was more than happy when the Saints ran out eventual winners over the Suns in their Round 10 match.
Almanac Life: A Digger’s Words
August 7, 2020 by 16 Comments
Nicole Kelly fondly remembers her great-grandfather Jack Dodd and shares poetry he wrote while fighting in Tobruk during WW2,
Round 10 – Collingwood v Sydney: FPS Match report
August 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
Damian Balassone presents The Floreat Pica Society’s match report for Collingwood’s Round 10 match against Sydney.
Almanac Music: Australia’s Best Song? (Discuss)
August 7, 2020 by 58 Comments
Kevin Densley nominates his personal favourite Australian song. If ever there was an invitation for a discussion, this is it. What would you choose?
Round 9 – St Kilda v Sydney: Saints wins the Pride Match finally
August 7, 2020 by 2 Comments
It’s been a while since the Saints have won the annual Pride match against the Swans and Yoshi is pleased with St Kilda’s win.
Sal’s Round 10 Preview (cont’d) – Oh brother!
August 6, 2020 by 1 Comment
It’s a hectic week for Round 10 of the AFL season, but Sal is up to the task! Is it the brother v brother round?
Round 10 – Richmond v Brisbane: Tuesday Night Football in the heart of the Footy Hub – Beware the Tigers in the wilds of Carrara
August 6, 2020 by 2 Comments
It’s a long way from the Arctic to Banana but Richard Marlow finally got to see his beloved Tigers play their premiership-style brand of footy, albeit on his TV.
Almanac Pub Review: The Palais, Semaphore
August 6, 2020 by 13 Comments
“If coleslaw is the CD player….. does that make quinoa the trendy streaming service?” Yes, it’s another Mickey Randall pub review. This time, Semaphore’s The Palais is under scrutiny.
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