Almanac Life: My Pal Gladden

The circus comes to town and Gladden, the elephant, ends up in the Pestwac family’s back yard as he explains with more tales from growing up in the 1950s.

Almanac Footy: Mid-season footy reviews – Part 2

In Part 2 of his AFL 2026 mid-season reviews, Micky McTigger examines the prospects of the Essendon, Fremantle, Geelong, and Gold Coast clubs.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Hawthorn: An independent observation

Citrus Bob Utber watched the St Kilda v Hawthorn Round 12 match as an independent observer and presents his thoughts of the game.

Round 12: St Kilda v Hawthorn: Hawks’ Day made at Marvel

Louie Cina recaps a first half of Hawthorn dominance, tall forward roulette, and Will Day’s return while looking forward to the Hawks’ clash with the Dogs next week. 

Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club – Recollections and Reflections (Part 3)

Richard Griffiths continues recalling his time working for the Melbourne FC. In part 3 he tells of his venture to Prospect Oval where he checked out two SANFL stars – Darren Jarman and Garry McIntosh.

Round 11 – Haiku Bob: Like no other

It was Scott Pendlebury’s day at the MCG in Round 11 as Haiku Bob reflects in his customary way.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Hawthorn: Tough night for Saints’ supporters

A tough night for St Kilda supporters as they go down by 52 points to Hawthorn in their Round 12 clash reports Ian Wilson

Almanac Travel: Three Candles in Santorini

Mickey and Claire visit the city of Fira on the island of Santorini. They take a moment or two to think and talk at the Holy Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.

Swifty Taylor and the Missing Child – Episode 7

Swifty cops a beating, reveals the findings of his investigations to his antagonist and more in his search for the missing child in Episode 7.

Almanac State of Origin – Game 1, 2026: And they know it.

John Harms makes a big claim about the State of Origin result in Game 1 of the 2026 series.

Almanac State of Origin – Game 1, 2026: The view from the Tanunda Club

Three Kingaroy Red Ants RLFC mates sat down at the Tanunda Club last night with a bottle of Rockford GMS to watch SOO 1. Russel Hansen takes up the story of the game.

Round 12 Preview – Vale Neale Daniher – A Life of Hope

Sal Ciardulli pays a tribute to Neale Daniher. He also presents his thoughts and tips for Round 12 of the AFL season accompanied with his racing tips for Caulfield and Eagle Farm.

Almanac State of Origin – Game 1, 2026: Prop by the Sea (was there)

Despite a devastating loss for Queensland, Prop by the Sea looks back at the first game for State of Origin 2026 with pride. It was a victory for the Maroon spirit.

Almanac State of Origin 2026: The Prospector’s Pickaxe – Blues Dynasty that never happened

Ahead of the 2026 State of Origin, The Prospector reflects on the 2025 State of Origin, and how NSW always seems to fall short.

2026 NRL – RITV: Round 12 – Two Tries for Penitani on Debut; Cody Speaks about Discipline

Over a glass or two of 2023 Tscharke Shiraz Shiraz Shiraz, Rabbit In The Vineyard reflects on South Sydney’s third loss for the month in Round 12 of the NRL.

2026 NRL – Prop by the Sea: You gotta love footy!

Prop by the Sea reviews Round 12 of the NRL, and looks ahead to both Round 13 and the State of Origin series. Check out his fun facts and one-gamers.

Almanac Book Reviews: ‘Give them a Pep Talk & go to the Races’ – Michael Sexton

Swish reviews Michael Sexton’s latest book, which revisits South Australia’s legendary 1963 win over Victoria at the MCG.

Almanac Footy: Mid-season footy reviews – Part 1

At the halfway mark of AFL season 2026, Micky McTigger commences his mid-season review of each team. Part 1 looks at the prospects of Adelaide, Brisbane, Carlton, and Collingwood.

Round 11 – Port Adelaide v Carlton: Tell them the Blues are coming!

For Blues supporters, is it “all duck and no dinner”? And are Port too focused on the mantra of winning premierships. Dan Lonergan provides his thoughts.

Round 11 – North Melbourne v Gold Coast: My Three Sons

With Medallion Club tickets for Marvel Stadium, Smokie and his three sons enjoyed the Kangaroos thrilling 6 point win over the Suns.