Smokie reminisces about the share house in Kanowna Street, and muses that friendships were fortunate to survive.
Almanac Life: Elbow Dancing
June 19, 2020 by 4 Comments
During this time of Covid-19 and ‘elbow bumping’, has resulted in Peter Robertson reflecting on the symbolism and power of the handshake.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 2 and 3: There’s always next week
June 19, 2020 by 2 Comments
It’s been a long time between drinks Pie fans, but Cam Hooke is back to review Round 2’s draw with Richmond and preview the upcoming clash with St Kilda.
‘Lucky Blues’ – A Family Divided by Geelong and Carlton
June 19, 2020 by 5 Comments
It’s the first Cats v Blues game for the Pavlous without their beloved Papou. Emotions are heart-felt and tensions are running high in this divided (by footy) house.
AFL Round 3 Preview – Settling into a rhythm
June 18, 2020 by 1 Comment
Sean Mortell casts a detailed eye over this weekend’s Round 3 of the AFL. Plenty to digest here.
Round 2 – Gold Coast v West Coast: Immense
June 18, 2020 by 2 Comments
Less a match report than a decision to record the witnessing of something special, Jarrod Landells felt the need to pay due deference to the number 18 in red and gold.
Sal is around the grounds for the AFL’s Round 3 and on the track at Flemington!
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sal gives us the form for Round 3 of the AFL as well as the meeting at Flemington. Find a winner or three right here!
1981 Revisited – Round 13: ‘Swingshift’
June 18, 2020 by 4 Comments
Stainless Steele continues his journey through the 1981 season with Round 13. The Bombers overcame a 26-point deficit at three quarter time to pip Richmond at the bell while Geelong kicked a mammoth score against a hapless North Melbourne. All that and more.
The 2020 Rabbit Hole Cup – Round 13
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Earl O’Neill runs his eyes over the teams that had the Round 13 bye and summarises the weekend results. Why believe in a footy season with 16 minute quarters, no crowds and a night Grand Final in summer asks Earl?
Almanac Book Review – ‘The Death of Fitzroy Football Club’: Mixed Feelings
June 18, 2020 by 6 Comments
Melbourne writer and academic Philip Mendes loves the Fitzroy Football Club. This is his review of Russell Holmesby’s book ‘The Death of the Fitzroy Football Club’.
“I’ve lived a life that’s full…I did it my way…”
June 18, 2020 by 1 Comment
Our regular contributor KB Hill invited guest writer Greg Rosser to share memories of the Clarke family and their long association with the Milawa Football Club.
FEARLESS 2020 Round 2: …some 12 weeks later, we’re back! Rusty, but anything’s better than nothing
June 18, 2020 by 1 Comment
FEARLESS is back with his take on the AFL’s Round 2 after taking time out to voice his thoughts on Jeff Kennett’s economic rationalist theory of club survival in the 21st Century.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 6: Wheat and chaff
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
After challenging the referees to get tough, rugby league editor Ian Hauser offers his thoughts on the NRL’s Round 6.
Round 3 – Fixture details: Where and when is your team playing?
June 18, 2020 by 1 Comment
Want to know who your team is playing this week? All Round 3 2020 details can be found in the footy fixture .
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – West Coast v St Kilda: Pulling one out of the hat for Robert
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Watching from an idyllic local pub in Broome, John Harms witnessed a tight clash in 2007 between the Eagles and the Saints. When the game was on the line, St Kilda managed to get the job done for milestone man Robert Harvey.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – Sydney v Collingwood: Two vastly different tales
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Matt O’Connor and Cameron Noakes faced another Collingwood v Sydney instalment at a local bar in 2007. Despite going in as favourites, the Pies ran away with an unexpected win.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – Richmond v Melbourne: Brown gives the yellow and black a boost
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
A rainy 2007 Friday night greeted James Massola as he watched the cellar-dweller Tigers and Demons face off. When Nathan Brown sparked the yellow and black to a shock win, the knives were sharpened for Melbourne coach Neale Daniher.
Round 2 – GWS v North Melbourne: Nothing Can Replace Real Supporters At the Game
June 17, 2020 by 3 Comments
Michael Shillito was fortunate to be selected to watch the Giants v North Melbourne game from the corporate area at the Giants Stadium. Unfortunately for Michael his team let him down!
Almanac (Pub) History: Some central Geelong Pubs and their changes
June 17, 2020 by 25 Comments
Kevin Densley continues his review of old, historical pubs in Geelong and the changes that have occurred to them over the years.
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