Come and celebrate with one of the Almanac’s favourite sons, Matt Zurbo, as his new book ‘Heart and Soul: Footy Stories by those who played the Game’ is launched on Friday 19th July. Join us for lunch at the The North Fitzroy Arms Hotel, 296 Rae St, North Fitzroy for a day of ripping yarns and tales.
Round 17 – Sydney v Carlton: The Winds of Change
July 16, 2019 by 3 Comments
Joe Moore completed yet another family trip up to the SCG for the rivalry between Sydney and Carlton. His account, already published on www.sydneyswans.com.au, details the fun-loving nature of what footy means to families.
Almanac Footy History – Special offer on Roy Hay’s Book of the Month
July 16, 2019 by 1 Comment
Check out the special deal for Roy Hay’s recently released book about indigenous footballers and their involvement in the development of footy as we know it today.
50 years on – a perspective on the moon landing: An epic journey of biblical proportion, but did it really happen?
July 16, 2019 by 9 Comments
Who do we believe? Michael Viljoen presents his compelling arguments with regards to the conclusiveness of historical events, asserting their believability is within the recorded evidence.
Almanac Music – Aussie album review: Tex, Don and Charlie – ‘Sad But True’
July 15, 2019 by 8 Comments
In the tenth of his occasional series looking back at classic Australian albums, Smokie revisits “Sad But True” – the debut collaboration of Tex, Don and Charlie.
Almanac Teams: A Team of Injury Plagued Stars
July 15, 2019 by 44 Comments
Phil Dimitriadis returns with another team, this one a little more heartbreaking than most. Read on for his list of talented players cut down by injury & feel free to add your own suggestions in the comments!
Round 17 – Geelong v St Kilda: An Open Letter to Gary Ablett Junior
July 15, 2019 by 5 Comments
No ordinary match report, but then again Gary Ablett Junior is no ordinary player – Anna Pavlou recounts her near life-long love affair with the deeds of The Little Master as he helped his Cats to a hard fought victory over a highly competitive Saints outfit.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 17: Action aplenty!
July 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The odd upset, a draw, a send-off, personal milestones, and a coach sacked – there was action aplenty in the NRL’s Round 17. Here’s Ian Hauser’s take on what it all means.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: AFL Rounds 17 and 18
July 15, 2019 by 2 Comments
Cam Hooke and friends enjoy the great win in the West before getting down to the task of analysing the coming game against the Giants.
Round 17 – West Coast v Collingwood: One of those wins you’ll always remember
July 15, 2019 by 3 Comments
Under the pump, far from home and facing a foe who had their number, Sean Mortell’s Pies had him managing his expectations on Friday night – after a famous victory, his entire weekend had an extra glow!
2019 Cricket World Cup – Australia v England: A cruel end
July 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Edgbaston and England got Australia once again, but Sean Mortell is trying to see some positive signs after Australia’s departure from the 2019 World Cup.
Round 17 – West Coast v Collingwood: Pies’ big win (Floreat Pica Society)
July 14, 2019 by 2 Comments
Shane Cashman had a feeling ahead of the game – and he brings us a healthy dose of feeling in this report for the Floreat Pica Society.
Round 17 – Geelong v St Kilda: Good efforts but poor performing at 3rd and 4th quarters
July 14, 2019 by 2 Comments
Yoshi reports from Japan, where he held pre-game fears for the Saints. A relatively narrow defeat has him considering the future.
Round 17 – Sydney v Carlton: Oh Dear!!
July 13, 2019 by 5 Comments
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.
A Weekend in Sport
There was a lot to appreciate about the weekend’s multiple sports offerings. Ian Hauser provides his take on some of the amazing contests and looks for lessons from it all.