MCC member Lynda Carroll reflects on the currently silent MCG for the club’s Balcony Banter blog.
Poem – The Shooting of Fred Lowry
May 12, 2020 by 15 Comments
Another slice of poetic Australian history from Kevin Densley. This time, the sorry demise of bank robber Fred Lowry.
Almanac Rugby League – Looking for an anniversary to mark in 2020?
May 12, 2020 by 4 Comments
Almanac debutant Tim Burke takes us back to the 1970 British rugby league Lions Tour of Australia and New Zealand to commemorate a special 50th anniversary. (Welcome aboard, Tim!)
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 7 – Brisbane v Adelaide: A rock ‘n’ roll experience
May 12, 2020 by 3 Comments
Paul Daffey tried out a new pub for this match. The crowd tended to Brisbane. The conversation tended more Beatles than Stones.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 7 – Port v Richmond: Port go to the top
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Richmond rebounded from their historic thrashing against Geelong to……lose comfortably against Port.
Eddie Gilbert
May 11, 2020 by 5 Comments
A short innings caught in poetry by Damian Balassone – the unlikely contender Eddie Gilbert with quick as lightning pace, the immortally incumbent Don facing.
Almanac History: Moratorium
May 11, 2020 by 14 Comments
The Moratorium March, Royalty at the footy, the VFL’s first ever Sunday match, and VFL Park’s first game; 1970 was certainly a happening year for many things political- and footy-wise. This insightful piece from Glen! was posted a couple of years ago and this past weekend marked the 50th anniversary of the Moratorium March. [Well worth remembering – Ed.]
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: A tight win redeems childhood heartbreak
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Andrew Stafford watched on full of uncertainty as his Pies atoned for years of hurt with a tight win against the old navy Blue foe.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 7 – Kangaroos v Essendon: Trailblazer Bachar promises lots in a Bomber loss
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Peter Hanlon soaked up the atmosphere of the old Telstra Dome as he watched an inaccurate Essendon go down to the Roos. But all was not to be lost, as the Bombers unveiled a new exciting player.
The Footy Almanac 2007 – Ladder after Round 6
May 11, 2020 by 1 Comment
For those following the Footy Almanac’s coverage of the 2007 season, here is an update of the ladder after six rounds.
St Kilda Friday – 123rd anniversary of the first VFL/AFL match and fighting COVID-19 threats
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Yoshi’s passion for the Saints is well known; his club has launched an initiative to boost that same passion that thousands of Sainters share with a pledge to the club and all it has provided over the years – an initiative he could easily take part in from Japan online.
Remembrance of things past – sort of: 1966 and all that!
May 9, 2020 by 2 Comments
Braham Dabscheck was 17 in 1966 , his Matriculation year. He has always been a passionate Saints fan and remembers their premiership year, and his. Braham mentions here that he started to write about sport, and study it. [Braham has been a world leader in the field of professional players’ unions across codes and countries. It was a privilege and pleasure to work with him on the VFL Players’ Association HIstory – and to continue to publish him here on the Almanac site – JTH]
Almanac Horseracing – Sal’s Preview: Tips for tough times
May 8, 2020 by 1 Comment
Sal takes us through another patch of races with his tips. Both Melbourne and South Australian races are featured for advice to place a bet on.
1981 Revisited – Round 7: ‘I Love a Rainy Night’
May 8, 2020 by 15 Comments
Round 7 1981, Sam Steele’s weekly review of the season continues. Highlights included, Fitzroy’s memorable win, yellow footballs allowed for use in adverse conditions, and the State Government approving two Sunday games at the MCG.
Almanac Life: Skater Boys
May 8, 2020 by 12 Comments
It might be difficult to comprehend, but Smokie once rode a skateboard – on the West Gate Bridge of all places!
Almanac Poetry – Some recent verse
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Some fantastic verse has been published on our site in recent times. Check them out here.
#almanac280 ‘COVID-19’ writing competition: we have a winner (two actually)
May 8, 2020 by 2 Comments
Thanks for your entries in the latest #almanac280 writing competition. Another small feast of creativity.
Almanac Flashback – 70s Footy: Prospect Hill to Windy Hill
May 8, 2020 by 11 Comments
Col Ritchie fondly reflects upon the trial and tribulations of following the Bombers with his good mates during the 70s.
And your enemies closer
May 8, 2020 by 6 Comments
What are the most local rivalries in world sport? Dave Brown starts on the Mersey in search of an answer
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