Footy has started again in Japan but Yoshi is out injured, a fall from his bike! He tells his story here.
AFL Japan GO League – Osaka Dingoes vs R246 Lions: Yoshi’s further experience in footy
January 28, 2019 by 6 Comments
Almanac Backyards – Dad calls backyard cricket DRS trial a success
January 28, 2019 by 18 Comments
Mickey Randall writes about the joys of a game of backyard cricket with his boys, and in particular, the workings of the DRS.
Almanac Teams – The Last of the Bruces?
January 27, 2019 by 32 Comments
At the suggestion of Almanacker and Collingwood fellow-traveller, Damian Balassone, Phil Dimitriadis was given the challenge of coming up with a team of Bruces, and here it is.
Bruce Winter: Mr Significance
January 27, 2019 by 56 Comments
Time to sit down for a cuppa and enjoy Rulebook’s review of the career of Sturt, Norwood and Woodville West Torrens stalwart, Bruce Winter
Almanac Tennis: It’s just too hot!
January 25, 2019 by 2 Comments
So how can we help turn off the sweat tap on Rafa’s nose and chin? Dave H discusses providing more comfortable playing conditions for tennis players during major tournaments.
Almanac Music: My Calexico Summer
January 25, 2019 by 4 Comments
Calexico put on a great musical performance at the Melbourne Recital Centre reports Brian, The Ruminator.[youtube clip added. Ed.]
Almanac Weather: Please explain
January 25, 2019 by 16 Comments
John Harms is fascinated by weather. He’s watched closely for over half a century. He’s puzzled.
Vampire Weekend’s Hannah Hunt
January 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
It’s an enthralling, alliterative name. Say it aloud. Hannah Hunt. It’s easy to pronounce. There’s an affable rhythm, and linguists suggest the repetition of “H” creates romantic introspection explains Mickey Randall as he falls in love with Hannah Hunt.
Australia v Sri Lanka, First Test – Day 1: Australia in another league
January 25, 2019 by 5 Comments
Citrus Bob watching the Test in comfort at home with the weather temperature outside a mild 46 degrees is glad he took this option. From what he has seen in the first day’s play the “ordinary” Australian team is miles ahead of their opposition as he reports.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v Sri Lanka, First Test – does anyone care?
January 24, 2019 by 10 Comments
The silence is deafening at the Editor’s desk as we head into Day 1 of the First Test v Sri Lanka at the Gabba. Does anyone really care? Is there a scribe who will be our eyes, ears and analyst in the coming days? ((Or is this where cricket is at in Australia today?)
Almanac Synchronised Yobbo Diving: Yarrawonga
January 24, 2019 by 8 Comments
The O’Donnells and water sports: Phyllis as a world champion surfer and Dips the team man playing his role.
‘The Game-Changer……….’ – KB Hill
January 24, 2019 by 2 Comments
KB Hill is a seemingly endless source of heart-warming stories about local sportspeople who have really given it a crack! In this latest edition, KB tells us about Michael Newton, a man with an extensive sporting CV. (Great stuff! – Ed.)
Almanac Football – Tom Freeman: Balancing Act
January 23, 2019 by 1 Comment
At 19 years of age, Tom Freeman has committed himself to professional football, as well as balancing his family, friends and life outside the 120 minutes on field as Anna Pavlou reports.
Roger Angell on growing (really) old [from The New Yorker]
January 23, 2019 by 7 Comments
Peter Baulderstone was recently reminded to return to the writing of the celebrated American essayist Roger Angell. He found this piece on growing old.
Never give up the chase for a baggy green!
January 22, 2019 by 6 Comments
Another great yarn from Craig Dodson who can now proudly say he has donned the famous baggy green! Here is his story.
Almanac TV (and Footy): How Poldark would greatly benefit from an Aussie Rules sub plot
January 21, 2019 by 4 Comments
Throughout AFL/VFL’s great history people of vision have pondered how to extend its influence into other areas of high culture, thus enriching both the sport and the host activity. Robert Allen presents some food for thought for our consideration and invites plot suggestions.
Almanac Teams: The Brightest Brians
January 21, 2019 by 31 Comments
“Welease Bwian!” Or at least, release a team of Brians. Phil Dimitriadis looks at the many lives of footballing Brians.
It’s far from funny – but sometimes you just have to laugh!
January 18, 2019 by 22 Comments
Dementia has visited the Courtin clan, and sometimes you just have to see the funny side of the experience as Jan explains.
Almanac Summer: Simple Lethargic Motion
January 17, 2019 by 22 Comments
John Harms writes of summer heat in Oakey, Greek cafes and Physics.
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