Some iconic writers, like Ernest Hemingway, have been imitated so often that their output can no longer be read as the fresh, new, innovative literary work it originally was – this is the issue tackled by Kevin Densley’s latest (and previously unpublished) Almanac poem. [Or: The importance of being the old man and the sea – Ed.]
Almanac Footy: Fremantle 2025 Season Preview
December 30, 2024 by 3 Comments
Fremantle is the focus this week as Micky McTigger continues to analyse team lists for the 2025 AFL season.
Almanac Music: So You’re Overseas And Suddenly….(Part 4)
December 30, 2024 by 1 Comment
More Aussie songs that warm the cockles of Aussie hearts when heard while travelling overseas.
English Premier League – Matchweek 18: Highlights
December 28, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Ollie Wade reports on the news from the Boxing Day schedule of the EPL.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v India: Fourth Test, Day 2 – Australia consolidates
December 27, 2024 by 2 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber gives his thoughts on Day 2, when Australia took the upper hand in the Fourth Test at the MCG.
Almanac Cricket: The Top 10 Boxing Day Tests – Part 2
December 27, 2024 by 5 Comments
Tony Dosen continues his nominations for his Top 10 Boxing Day Tests, and features Tests Number 1 – 5.
Almanac Poetry: ‘In With Me’ – Tommy Mallet
December 27, 2024 by 2 Comments
A poem by Tommy Mallet about working in the bush with a couple of back-packers. [Language warning – Ed]
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – 4th Test, Day 1: Cricket Snicks from Madras
December 26, 2024 by 9 Comments
Slammin’ Sam, what a performance! Citrus Bob Utber reports he was suitably impressed by Sam Konstas on debut with a fine 60 runs against the best of India on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test.
Almanac Cricket: The Nominative Determinism World Test Series
December 26, 2024 by 8 Comments
For his second contribution, Matt Gately has chosen two teams to represent opposing characteristics of players. He’s called them The Belligerents and The Peaceniks.
‘Enigmatic “Gypsy” – Beechworth’s boyhood genius…’ by KB Hill
December 26, 2024 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill recounts the enigmatic career of Terry Bartel, a rare talent who probably didn’t fulfil his potential – but what a character!
Almanac Cricket: The top 10 great Boxing Day Tests – Part 1
December 26, 2024 by Leave a Comment
After reflecting upon the history of Boxing Day Tests, Tony Dosen continues with his nominations for the 10 best Boxing Day Tests, this week featuring Part 1 (10 – 6).
Almanac Life: Travels with ‘The Little Champ’
December 25, 2024 by 5 Comments
Andrew Fraser recalls a rich history of interstate travels for sport, particularly those involving his Mum, better known as ‘The Little Champ’.
Almanac Cricket: The Boxing Day MCG Test turns 50 – A Footy Almanac debutant remembers
December 24, 2024 by 5 Comments
Tony Dosen opens the batting with his Footy Almanac debut by reflecting on the history of, and the 50th Anniversary of the Boxing Day Test. [Welcome to crease Tony – may there be many runs for the Footy Almanac! – Ed.]
Almanac Life – More Gold from Nanna’s: Finding Nanna’s records
December 24, 2024 by 11 Comments
On Christmas Eve, Family Harms will play some Christmas carols (via Youtube? Or what’s this thing called Spotify?) as they have forever. John Harms has found more gold from Nanna, the record collection, and brings you a selection of those albums including one long-lost LP from the mid-80s.
Almanac Book Reviews: ‘The Football War: The VFA And VFL’s Battle For Supremacy’ – Xavier Fowler
December 24, 2024 by 2 Comments
With the recent release of ‘The Football War: The VFA And VFL’s Battle For Supremacy’ by Xavier Fowler, Braham Dabscheck uses the book as a foundation to analyse the conflict surrounding the development of footy in the early twetieth century.
Almanac Music – Not Quite Bob: Paul Kelly…of course
December 24, 2024 by 6 Comments
With ‘How to Make Gravy’ recently adapted to film, we reprise Trevor Blainey’s classic’Not Quite Bob’ piece with one of Australia’s finest musicians – Paul Kelly. Time to make gravy!
Almanac (Last-minute) Gifts: So what would I like for Christmas?
December 24, 2024 by Leave a Comment
John Harms has his own wish-list for Christmas. The thing he most wants is to go secondhand T-shirt shopping with son Theo, but he’s also on a few other possibilities. [Hint kids – Dad]
Almanac Soccer – Premier League Matchweek 17 Highlights
December 23, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The final week of Premier League action before Christmas saw even more goals and drama than usual. Ollie Wade details how Aston Villa added to Manchester City woes, Arsenal put out a statement in South London against Crystal Palace. Then on Sunday, Liverpool played Tottenham in what was a contender for game of the season.
Almanac Cricket: Spinners and what you call them
Les Everett has seen it as necessary to intervene to assist players, commentators (who should know better) and fans develop their understanding of the various versions of spin bowling.