John Harms returned to Oakey again in January 2020. He played nine holes at his beloved Oakey Golf Club. There was no sign of rain.
A view of Australia from fine leg – Game 7: Narrandera Cricket Club
January 14, 2020 by 3 Comments
Craig Dodson continues his quest of raising money for Gotcha4Life by playing 10 matches with different cricket clubs across Australia. He played with the Narrandera Cricket Club in match 7, here is his report.
Almanac Nostalgia – The Copper
January 14, 2020 by 4 Comments
An image of an old copper provokes childhood memories for Col.
The Greatest Sports Photo of 2019
January 14, 2020 by 10 Comments
This is a superb photo. The mighty Greens. Photo by Jasmine Hirst. [With some words from JTH – Ed]
Aspiring Young Writers’ Group: Test of Character
January 13, 2020 by 2 Comments
In Ben Kirkby’s second column about his writers’ group, he relates their discussion about character.
NFL Playoffs Divisional Sunday: Two supremely solid performances, another incredible upset for the Titans.
January 13, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell keeps up his rollicking ride through the NFL Playoffs – with only six sides left and upsets seemingly in vogue, it’s all happening!
Glenn Maxwell, the Man Cricket Doesn’t Deserve
January 11, 2020 by 18 Comments
Possibly cricket’s greatest enigma, and entertainer, Glenn Maxwell is certainly one of a kind as Nick F explains.
Almanac Flashback – Pier to Pub 2019: Murray won’t be home tonight
January 10, 2020 by 13 Comments
From the archives: A tragic day at Pier to Pub 2019.
Living in the moment – and I mean, the moment!
January 9, 2020 by 13 Comments
In this honest and frank offering, Almanac favourite Jan Courtin shares her challenging experiences loving and caring for her beloved Marshall who is struggling with dementia. (Raw and courageous writing at its best – Ed.)
Almanac History – What happened on January 9?
January 9, 2020 by 11 Comments
Former student and teacher of History Ian Hauser looks back at significant people and events associated with January 9. Ring any bells?
Blitz Golf – Is it golf’s version of T20?
January 9, 2020 by 8 Comments
Blitz Golf is the golfing world’s answer to cricket’s T20. Joseph Ryan examines the concept.
Almanac Life: Keeping things in perspective
January 7, 2020 by 11 Comments
Ange Pippos writes that her ruptured Achilles is nowt more than inconvenience when compared to the devastation and suffering of those impacted so tragically by the bushfires.
Almanac Roadtrips: Tea in Taree
January 7, 2020 by 6 Comments
Kate Birrell and family take the road to Taree, and arrive just in time for tea.
Who’s going to claim the eighth seed in the West?
January 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
Mark Miller presents his thoughts about which teams may fight out for a place in the top “eight” of the NBA Western Conference.
NFL Wildcard Monday – More upsets means the Superbowl is as open as ever
January 7, 2020 by 3 Comments
Wildcard Weekend provided thrills and upsets for NFL football fans in the lead up to Super Bowl 2020 as Sean Mortell reports.
Australia v New Zealand – Third Test: Day 4 at the SCG
January 6, 2020 by 2 Comments
Australia wraps up the Third Test with a decisive victory against New Zealand on Day 4 at the SCG.
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