It really is a small world. The Fitzroy North Post Office has provided John Milton with quite a few links since meeting John Harms there.
Almanac Book Review: 1989 The Great Grand Final
May 17, 2020 by 6 Comments
In this entertaining review of Tony Wilson’s ‘1989: The Great Grand Final’ Tasmanian Gareth Meyer weaves his experience of the year and the day together with Tony’s account.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 8 – Essendon v Brisbane: A hit to Brisbane’s finals hopes
May 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Tony Roberts had a day to forget at the old Telstra Dome. Seeing the Lions fall short to Essendon, he left cursing Jonathan Brown’s array goal kicking.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 8 – Adelaide v Richmond: Falling into the trap of tempo footy
May 17, 2020 by Leave a Comment
John Kingsmill ventured down to AAMI Park in Round 8, 2007, expecting to see Adelaide make light work of the Tigers. But he was surprised (and dismayed) by the tactics of the home side in a lethargic display of football.
Almanac Rugby League Obituary – Vale Arthur Summons
May 17, 2020 by 8 Comments
The rugby league world is mourning the death of Arthur Summons, the former Kangaroos captain, who has died aged 84. Liam Hauser provided this career summary and reflects on meeting the great man just a few years ago.
SANFL 1987 Grand Final – North Adelaide v Glenelg: Amayzing
May 17, 2020 by 13 Comments
Swisch Schwerdt remembers 1987, in all its 1987-ness, culminating in the North Adelaide – Glenelg Grand Final in the SANFL. [The Ricky May national anthem is a must-see – Ed]
What are you Missing?
May 16, 2020 by 15 Comments
Jan Courtin has found many positives in this period of isolation. She describes them here and she wonders what others have enjoyed about this very different time. [Superb effort with the transcribing Jan – JTH]
Sports Archaeology: A sub-discipline waiting to happen?
May 16, 2020 by 5 Comments
A visit to the old decaying Monarto cricket ground had Bernard Whimpress wondering whether there is a place for a new discipline in archaeology: Sports Archaeology. [There must be a book there! – Ed]
Almanac Life: Iso Saturdays sans footy – Bubbles, Puddles, Bears and Lions
May 16, 2020 by 3 Comments
Andrew Else considers the nature of Saturdays in the age of coronavirus, Saturdays, that is, with a couple of pre-schoolers. [Some ripper lines in here – Ed]
Almanac Footy History – Wilfred Smallhorn: The Remarkable Chicken
May 16, 2020 by 15 Comments
Adam Muyt recounts the wonderful story of Fitzroy FC legend, Wilfred ‘Chicken’ Smallhorn.
Almanac Horseracing – Sal’s Preview: We have a date!
May 15, 2020 by 1 Comment
Here are Sal Ciardulli’s tips for this weekend’s racing in Melbourne and Adelaide.
Blindsided: a conversation overheard in a socially-distanced Adelaide meeting room
May 15, 2020 by 12 Comments
Dave Brown must have been hiding behind a strategically place pot plant (read that however you want to) when this conversation was held earlier today.
1981 Revisited – Round 8: Somebody’s Knockin’
May 15, 2020 by 3 Comments
The Bombers finally strike form beating previously undefeated Collingwood in their Round 8 1981 clash reports Sam Steele as he continues his weekly review of the 1981 season. [Includes all six matches – Ed]
Almanac Life: On Safari
May 15, 2020 by 5 Comments
The Netflix series “Tiger King” prompted in Smokie childhood memories of the old Bacchus Marsh Lion Park.
Almanac Life (and training): It’s 10.30pm
May 15, 2020 by 5 Comments
Old Dog has been out late, running to get the kilometres into his legs, sharing the night with an owl, also sharing some insights into training in the age of coronavirus.
Almanac Music – ‘Wichita Lineman’: a 42-minute version
May 14, 2020 by 18 Comments
Mickey experienced a magical musical moment during his Swedish sojourn – from Jimmy Webb via Glen Campbell to the Dick Slessig Combo. (Allow some time for this one – Ed.)
Ex-players turned sports commentator – the best of the best.
As he gets back into the decidedly non-Arctic swing of things in sunny Queensland, Richard Marlow ponders on who has made the most successful transition from playing sport to sitting in front of a microphone and talking about it. Anyone he’s missed?