Sydney’s defeat by Carlton finds Jan Courtin not at the SCG, but in the philosophical principality of St Kilda East. [Congratulations on the Lake Oval move – Ed].
Matt Zurbo and his efforts profiled in the New York Times
July 12, 2019 by 3 Comments
Matt Zurbo and his project are profiled in the New York Times! “He’s Writing 365 Children’s Books in 365 Days, While Holding Down a Day Job – Matt Zurbo’s challenge, named after his daughter, Cielo, is an unconventional labor of love.”
Round 17 – Sal’s Preview: The view from Macao
July 12, 2019 by 1 Comment
Sal is in SE Asia… “A week in Hong Kong and Macao is certainly away from the AFL bubble but a few snippets get through.”
Haiku Bob – Round 16: ghost gum
July 12, 2019 by 1 Comment
What is belief? Haiku Bob drives the bumpy road of Round 16.
2019 Cricket World Cup – Australia v South Africa: Old rivals still go hard
July 11, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Before Australia’s World Cup semi-final clash against England tonight, Sean Mortell reviews their last game against South Africa and details what may change for tonight’s line-up
Pub Review Tour: Wednesday in Fitzroy
July 11, 2019 by 9 Comments
Mickey Randall continues his tour of pubs in the inner northern suburbs and catches up with Almanacker ER.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 17 Preview
July 11, 2019 by Leave a Comment
After a better tipping effort in last weekend’s NRL Round, Ian Hauser previews Round 17 and chooses his winners for Round 17.
FEARLESS 2019 – Round 16: Saints in 15th and still only 2 games and % out of the 8!!
July 11, 2019 by 1 Comment
Fearless gives us his take on Round 16. Just what do Elon Musk and Port Power have in common? Are the Lions finals material? Read on.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin III: Back-to-back Blues
July 11, 2019 by 1 Comment
Now that is what you call a game at State of Origin level! The NSW Blues and the Queensland Maroons put on a game worthy of ‘decider’ status with the result in doubt until the very last play of the match. We’ve got it covered.
Almanac Golf – Golf Capital: Rahm links to Irish win, Wolff hunts in Minnesota, Feng to ten
July 11, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Want to know what’s happening in the world of golf? Here’s Hamish Neal to bring you up to date.
Rain
July 10, 2019 by 37 Comments
Andrew Starkie gets lyrical about the weather, particularly the rain, and wet weather footy.
Almanac Ballet – the Bolshoi Ballet performs ‘Spartacus’ at the Lyric Theatre, Brisbane: it was SPQR!
July 10, 2019 by 2 Comments
And now for something completely different: our rugby league man, Ian Hauser, made good on a decade-old promise to his wife and accompanied her to the ballet. And not just any ballet – this was the Bolshoi!
Balcony Banter Round 16 – Carlton v Melbourne: A comeback too far
July 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Bluebagger David Southgate saw both comedy and tragedy in Sunday’s game.
Crossing the line
Paul Spinks takes up the challenge of discussing respectfully and responsibly the issues involved (real, perceived and alleged) in the crowd control controversy. He gives us a range of various perspectives to ponder.