Further to John Harms’ article on the 1931 Grand Final, we’ve come across this newsreel footage from this first Grand Final meeting of these teams. What takes your eye?
Almanac Music: A Letter to Walter Becker
Brian The Ruminator does just that as he reflects on the passing of Steely Dan’s Walter Becker.
The Junior Bye Round Mega Post
Aidan Hammond’s bye weekend still covered a couple of important personal victories.
Round 23: West Coast v Adelaide – The Last Hurrah at Subiaco (well not really)
Mick Jeffrey was in Perth for the final AFL game at Subiaco. If you don’t want to know the scores Melbourne fans, look away now.
Junior Almanac: My first footy season
Jasmine Conrad, who we are so lucky to have on the cover of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017, tells the story of how she started playing footy and of her first game – where her team received some special encouragement via video.
AFL 1997 – Twenty Years On: Adelaide Crows (1st)
Swish’s review of the 1997 lists ends with a motley collection that covered itself with SA Greatness. What can you tell us about them, before, during and since this history making season?
The Final 8: Who will go all the way in 2017?
Anna Pavlou looks at the reasons why each team can win the 2017 AFL Premiership. She also highlights the X-factors for each team.
The truth about the North Melbourne Football Club
North Melbourne had a year to be expected with the focus on youth; finishing in 15th spot and avoiding the wooden spoon and knocking out those tanking rumours. Deakin Uni student Marnie Cohen looks at the year that was for the Kangas and where to for next year.
Almanac Baseball: The Hunt for Red October
Are the Red Sox good enough to go all the way in October? Brian looks at their chances in the MLB.
Raving Rulebook No.4
Rulebook is back, with some harsh words for the Australian cricket team in the wake of the 1st Test loss to Bangladesh, plus thoughts on the upcoming opening week of the AFL finals in his latest ravings.
Amateur Boxing: Twenty-four hours in Bundaberg
Luke Stegemann ventured to Bundaberg for a day of boxing with controversy, passionate locals and a late road trip home.
Almanac Rugby League – Five Metre Gap: NRL Round 26
Round 26 saw the Storm ensconced in first place so the ladder interest was around which team would get fourth spot (and secure a double-chance in the finals) plus who would finish eighth with three sides jostling for two places heading into the weekend.
SANFL – Finals double-header: Winx, Winx, say no more
Winx, winx, say no more, but the Adelaide Oval nearly has it all, as Peter Sweeney found out.
The Footballing Cordners (first published in the Town Crier)
Glen! gives an outline of the famous Cordner family. This yarn first appeared in Town Crier.
Girls Play Footy’s Kirby Fenwick reviews The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017 and it’s a beauty.
Kirby Fenwick has the latest review of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017. She loved it. [Thanks for this wonderful review Kirby – JTH]
Last Drinks at Percy’s with a Tiger in Tow
Adam Fox shares his memories and long distance love of Melbourne. One day he hopes to have a drink with Percy. [This is a beaut travelogue – JTH]
Retired or playing on – where is the loyalty?
Rumours are circulating that Luke Hodge may be coming out of retirement to play for the Gold Coast Suns next season. Yoshi looks at what role loyalty may play in this decision.
Rolling Thunder, fighting Swans
Peel Thunder and Swan Districts have advanced to the semi finals in the WAFL. Les Everett has coverage sorted as the finals heat up.
Art Exhibition for September 2018: Footy, Passion and Pain.
The Rotary Club of Caulfield may be one of the smallest groups but they are the most ambitious. Their support of all things community extends to The Glen Eira Artist Society, Yvette Wroby and Kate Birrell and many others. While reading ‘Siren’s Call’, an idea was formed in the mind of one of the members – and exploded. This 2018 Exhibition is the result. So get painting, writing, photographing and thinking about what Australian football means to our communities and lives.











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