Mick McGuane is the special guest at the next Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on 15th November. Check out details here.
Almanac Cricket: Memories of Australia v Pakistan Tests
November 8, 2019 by 16 Comments
A few years ago, Peter Clark provided this commentary on Australia v Pakistan Test encounters. With this summer’s First Test not too far away, let’s revisit Peter’s piece and enjoy his emotions ranging across humour, dismay, doubt, surprise and disgust. What will the 2019 series deliver?
The Uplifting and Unparalleled Uraidla & Summertown Show
November 8, 2019 by 6 Comments
The local Show brings together the disparate threads of community life. Mickey and Claire took the omnivores along to the Uraidla and Summertown Show to take in the pleasures on offer in the Adelaide Hills.
The Parade College Writing Workshop: The Boys In Blue – the feeling of a Melbourne Victory match
November 8, 2019 by 2 Comments
Continuing our series of stories written by the Year 9 boys from The Parade College, Alexander Trajkovski shares his family’s love of and commitment to Melbourne Victory.
The Parade College Writing Workshop: Why I Support Richmond
November 7, 2019 by 3 Comments
Zach Delzoppo, a Grade 9 student at Parade College, explains why he supports the mighty Tigers and how he got to watch the Grand Final this year.
The Almanac Melbourne Cup 2019 Trifecta (We won!)
November 7, 2019 by 1 Comment
We came up with a trifecta at the Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms. And it won!
The Parade College Writing Workshop: Pascoe Vale v Hume City
November 7, 2019 by 3 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Thomas Alisandratos tells about his preparation for and contribution to a key clash between Pascoe Vale and Hume City.
The Parade College Writing Workshop: The underdogs in red stripes
November 7, 2019 by 2 Comments
Parade College student Marven Polus (Grade 9) tells the story of a tense junior soccer match – a game he’ll remember forever for a special reason.
Balcony Banter – Ann Rusden, MCC Library and MCG Tour Guide
November 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
‘There is something particular to each tour guide who brings a group through the Melbourne Cricket Club Library.’ From that starting point, Lynda Carroll launches into her profile about Ann Rusden, one of the many dedicated tour guides at the ‘G’.
The Parade College Writing Workshop: A Champions League dream
November 6, 2019 by 2 Comments
Yanni Pargas has a great morning watching the Champions League final between Liverpool and Spurs.
A new pay deal for the Matildas
November 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Matildas have announced a new pay deal, having reached agreement with the FFA.
Flashback: Summer
November 6, 2019 by 7 Comments
Back in 2009, Dips O’Donnell was ruminating about the four seasons. When thoughts turned to summer, he pondered the clash between the elemental forces of the season – commerce and cricket. He feared that commerce was winning.
Flashback: Chelsea v Wolves at Stamford Bridge
November 6, 2019 by 6 Comments
Another taste of the Almanac’s early days. Our roaming correspondent at large, the peripatetic Peter Flynn, was at Stamford Bridge to watch Chelsea take on Wolves. The cab ride was a mistake, as was the unfortunate mention of Frank Skinner.
Almanac Flashback – That one day in November: Pamela Sherpa
November 5, 2019 by 12 Comments
From her 2010 story Pamela Sherpa tells of her attempts to watch the big race while on a casual relief teaching stint.
Almanac Flashback – The Melbourne Cup: Matt Zurbo
November 5, 2019 by 9 Comments
In an Almanac Flashback from 2014, Matt Zurbo reflects on the traditions of racing, from about as far away from the glamour of Flemington as you can get.
Happy Cup Day to all! – Sal’s tips for the big race
November 4, 2019 by 1 Comment
The Melbourne Cup is just about here! Sal Ciardulli presents his thoughts and tips for the big race, and hopefully a winner or two for punters.
Racing: Horses get sick, don’t they – Part 7
November 4, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Read on for Part 7 of Matt Watson’s saga on the 2007 Equine Influenza crisis.
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