On a cold and miserable afternoon at the footy, Haiku Bob had two wins – his Magpies got up (eventually) and he nailed his public transport connection on the way home!
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 15: Is it moving time on the ladder?
June 27, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Our rugby league man, Ian Hauser, thinks we’ve reached ‘moving month’ in the NRL with lots at stake this weekend for teams at all levels on the ladder. He tells us why.
SANFL 1975 Grand Final – Glenelg v Norwood: Colourful Football Identities
June 27, 2019 by 8 Comments
The first year of colour TV saw the SANFL venture into brave new worlds of graphic design for the 1975 Grand Final footy Budget. Swish Schwerdt was there, but claims he can’t remember much. Fortunately, the Budget is a goldmine of information.
‘Louie’s 87…….And Still Kicking……’ – by K B Hill
June 27, 2019 by 1 Comment
KB Hill brings us the delightful story of Lou Cesa who, according to his wife Roma, is still kicking on at 87 and can’t get enough off the footy! Lou is yet another Wangaratta-based personality who personifies the success of immigrant families who have contributed so much to both our country and our game.
Almanac Golf – Golf Capital: Green’s day at Hazeltine, lederhosen madness in Munich
June 27, 2019 by 3 Comments
In his weekly golf roundup, Hamish Neal revels in Hannah Green’s Women’s PGA Championship triumph which has put Australia’s women firmly back on the international golf map. Hamish also ponders how local dress codes might be incorporated into fan entry possibilities – make your suggestions.
Almanac Cyber Crime: There are experts and there are experts!
June 26, 2019 by 6 Comments
For those of you who have been following Jan Courtin’s computer problems, she has her files back. But in the midst of all the tears, she discovered that not all experts are alike.
A Footy Newcomer’s Story: Discovering a Surprise Interest in AFL Footy
June 26, 2019 by 6 Comments
Originally from country New South Wales, Deakin student Ben the Artist recounts the story of how he came to follow the game of Australian football, and then one team in particular.
Round 14 – Western Bulldogs v Collingwood: Floreat Pica Society report
June 26, 2019 by 2 Comments
Jim Kesselschmidt provides a forthright examination of the Pies’ efforts against the Dogs, once he’s got the Jaidyn Stephenson issue off his chest.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin 2: A downpour of rain and tries
June 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
With a format that, in theory, could prove repetitive, State of Origin continues to deliver the drama and quality to capture the imagination of much of the nation. Sean Mortell reports on the dominant Blues effort in Perth.
Round 15 – This week’s fixture: Crunch time, again!
June 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Round 15 will be a day of reckoning for many clubs. How will your team fare?
AFL Round 14 – Western Bulldogs v Collingwood: Gritty goals grind a win
June 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell watched his Pies unconvincingly beat the Bulldogs with mixed emotions, but as the old adage says; a win’s a win
Almanac Footy Poetry: “A Footy Crowd” by Bernard Whimpress
June 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
Bernard Whimpress sums it up perfectly: this is the way it should be and not what’s served up, for the diehard footy supporter, and their day at the footy, as one of the crowd.
AFL Round 14 – St Kilda v Brisbane: Open Letter to Alan Richardson – Helping the club for better performances
June 25, 2019 by 5 Comments
Yoshi opens his heart up to Alan Richardson in a candid letter calling for improvement after his Saints’ dismal loss to Brisbane on the weekend
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 14 Review and Round 15 Preview: It is never fun watching or reporting on a poor performance.
June 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
It was a tough match for all the Collingwood True Believers but the Pies eventually got up and won their Round 14 clash against the Dogs as reported by Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life. The Pies Round 15 match against the Roos is previewed.
2019 Cricket World Cup – Australia v Bangladesh: Slowly coming together
June 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell reviews another steady Australian win, as he is satisfied that the team’s balance is slowly improving throughout the tournament
Sport, Gambling, Media and Government: An Unholy Alliance
June 25, 2019 by 11 Comments
Peter_B shares some facts about the size, reach and power of the gambling industry. It has corrupted sporting bodies, media and governments. It is largely unregulated and minimally taxed. It is coming for your children as the next generation of “customers”.
Round 14 – Port Adelaide v Geelong: Stab kicks with Citrus Bob Utber
June 25, 2019 by 5 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber “stab kicks” from Adelaide as he reports on the Round 14 match between Port Adelaide and Geelong. [Congrats great-grandpa! – Ed]
Round 14 – Sydney v Hawthorn: Finally
June 24, 2019 by Leave a Comment
It is a nervous night at the SCG for Tom Bally, as he rides the peaks and troughs of the Swans win over the Hawks
VAFA Premier B Round 10 – Fitzroy v Monash Blues: Rattle and Hum
June 24, 2019 by 9 Comments
The winter solstice sees David Wilson along to Brunswick Street Oval to watch Fitzroy play footy. It is a journey of past and present; of people and place.
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