A poem about a red wobble dashboard robot is the latest offering from Tommy Mallet.
Almanac (Fictional) Cricket: Viv on run outs
December 11, 2024 by 2 Comments
Viv Tufnell, that cricketer from an alternate universe, gives his ‘two bob’s worth’ on the ‘yes-no’wait’ dilemma and the potential of run outs.
Almanac (Film) Review: An instant French classic
December 11, 2024 by 2 Comments
Ian Wilson and his partner Lynda have been off to the movies. At one screening they were the only patrons in the cinema; at the other the place was chockers!
Almanac Soccer: Premier League Matchweek 15 Highlights
December 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Matchweek 15 in the English Premier League has concluded and Ollie Wade presents his highlights for the week.
ACS Cricket Dinner: Boxing Day Test and Bollywood!
December 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The Australian Cricket Society invites Almanackers to join them for a special Boxing Day Test dinner where the special guest will be Darren ‘Boof’ Lehmann.
Almanac Music: The Best Australian Albums of 2024
December 10, 2024 by 11 Comments
Smokie has listened to over 120 new Australian albums this year. Here is his best of 2024.
Almanac Music: ’33 1/3 Reasons Why’ – This Is Why
December 10, 2024 by 15 Comments
Greg Andrew explains the thinking behind his continuing music series ’33/3 Reasons Why’. Greg provides an eclectic musical selection for listeners to enjoy, discover, and revisit.
Almanac Teams: Players who debuted in Brisbane
December 9, 2024 by 3 Comments
Rodney continues his series with those players who made their Test debuts in Brisbane.
Almanac Poetry: Venticelli
December 9, 2024 by 2 Comments
This zephyr of a poem from Kevin Densley concerns the ephemeral venticelli, Italian for ‘little winds’.
Almanac Footy: Carlton 2025 Season Preview
December 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Micky McTigger casts his eye over Carlton’s AFL list for the 2025 season and raises a few challenging questions.
Almanac Music: So, you’re overseas and suddenly…(Part 1)
December 9, 2024 by 10 Comments
‘Have you ever been a long way from home for a significant period when suddenly you hear the opening chords from an Australian band, a band you may not have even loved, just that song?’ This is the start of a new series by Ian Wilson.
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 3: Final cricket snicks
December 8, 2024 by 3 Comments
It was an exhilarating Second Test in Adelaide reports Citrus Bob Utber but the Aussies were too good as they cruised to an easy win over India.
Almanac Cricket: Mitch Marsh Walks
December 8, 2024 by 2 Comments
James Woodroofe offers his informed take on why Mitch Marsh walked when the camera said he missed the ball. Ah, the tech wizardry!
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 2: Cricket Snicks
December 7, 2024 by 8 Comments
On Day 2 of the Second Test in Adelaide sees the Aussies in a commanding position as India struggle to 5/128 at the end of play reports Citrus Bob Utber.
Almanac Running: A Day at Kosci
December 7, 2024 by 12 Comments
Kate Birrell recently competed in the Kosci 50, a trail run over a course of 50km in the Kosciusko National Park. Kate completed the 50km in a time of 9 hours, 7 minutes and 20 seconds. Congratulations Kate, well done!
Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 1: Cricket Snicks
December 7, 2024 by 2 Comments
Aussies hold the upper hand after Day 1 of the Second Test Australia v India reports Citrus Bob Utber from Adelaide.
Almanac Lunch: Very informal lunch, Day 3, Adelaide Test (Wellington Hotel, North Adelaide, confirmed)
December 7, 2024 by 4 Comments
Come to lunch. Informal. Wellington HOtel, NOrth Adelaide, from midday.
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