Tommy Gemmell, one of the characters of Scottish soccer has died at the age of 73. Neil Drysdale remembers his colourful life.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 1, 2017: Cronulla v Brisbane – Refusing to settle
March 4, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The Cronulla Sharks did not make the start to their premiership defence that Paul Macadam had hoped for however don’t write the boys from the Shire off just yet.
India v Australia – Bangalore Test: Preview
March 3, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The second Test between Australia and India kicks off tomorrow and Matthew Naqvi previews the action. Will we see a change at the selection table for Australia?
India v Australia – Bangalore Test: Pre-game call for writers
March 3, 2017 by 3 Comments
India v Australia. Cricket. After a wonderful first Test in Pune, the second Test begins tomorrow (Saturday) in Bangalore. What can we expect? Nominate a day.
I Tipped This 2017 AFL tipping competition: great value, great prizes – $10,000 up for grabs
March 3, 2017 by Leave a Comment
I Tipped This is a fun way to do your footy tipping this season. Give it a crack.
The curious case of KAA Gent
March 3, 2017 by 9 Comments
Dave Brown ponders whether it is appropriate to wear that soccer shirt in the cupboard
Almanac Soccer – A-League 1,000: The Sweep Edition
March 3, 2017 by 3 Comments
It’s Round 22 of the A-league and finally we get the rematch we’ve all been waiting for – Tim Cahill vs the corner flag kid
Elizabeth High 1977 – Class 12.2: Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again?
March 3, 2017 by 26 Comments
It’s now 40 years since Swish and his cohorts from Elizabeth High faced their Matriculation year. How’d they turn out?
AFL Pre-season – North Melbourne v Hawthorn: Gasometers and Gum Trees
March 2, 2017 by 2 Comments
A return to Arden Street brings back strong memories of the ground in the 70s for Rob Chanter. His dad was even nice enough to take him to a lot of North games despite being a Bombers supporter himself.
Almanac Music: Fun and Feasting at the Beggars Banquet
March 2, 2017 by 13 Comments
Mickey Randall reminisces over The Rolling Stones album Beggars Banquet. It may not be one of their most popular albums, but it the most fun album for Mickey.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: History made for the Collingwood women
March 2, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke is back with the latest Collingwood wrap including a big weekend for the women’s teams with first wins in the AFLW and Super Netball.
AFL Pre-season – North Melbourne v Hawthorn: Home Sweet Home
March 2, 2017 by 6 Comments
Deakin journalism student Marnie Cohen had heard her family’s stories about Arden Street. But the last VFL game was played there in 1985. On Sunday she returned with her father to see North put in their second solid performance of the pre-season. It meant a lot. [Nice debut piece – Ed]
Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Fowler wins in Florida, WGC goes to to Mexico
March 2, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Hamish Neal covers the latest golfing news including Richie Fowler’s win at the Honda Classic in Florida and Amy Yang’s Honda LPGA Thailand win.
Almanac Footy – Armistice
March 2, 2017 by 5 Comments
Neil Anderson takes us back to the Western Bulldogs premiership win last year and the impact it has had on the team and it’s supporters.
Almanac Racing: Sloppy Sydney needs to shift the Carnival
March 1, 2017 by 4 Comments
Sydney weather patterns cause problems for their Autumn Carnival. Crio is a practical thinker. With Melbourne March weather magnificent and Sydney Octobers beautiful, why not make a switch.
The Doggies Almanac and a print of Jim Pavlidis’s brilliant Liam Picken painting.
March 1, 2017 by Leave a Comment
A copy of the book of the season – The Doggies Almanac – and a quality print of Jim Pavlidis’s wonderful painting of Liam Picken’s Grand Final speccie.
AFLW Round 4 – Brisbane v GWS: The North Approaches
March 1, 2017 by 4 Comments
Jamie Simmons once again ventures to Brendale, this time to catch the Brisbane Round 4 AFLW clash with GWS. From his vantage point on the hill/knoll (not Noll), he savours the feeling of a 4-0 start to the season.
Blind, Deaf and Clueless: Wide of the Mark
March 1, 2017 by 1 Comment
Umpire Phil Hill clears up the notion of premeditated shabbiness and while doing so explains the concept of the ‘wide’ in cricket. [Vintage Hill – Ed]
AFLW Round 4 – Western Bulldogs v Collingwood: The Balance Returns …
February 28, 2017 by 1 Comment
No dropped yummy salmon patties for Lyn this time as she cheers her Pies on for their first win of the season in the AFLW.
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