Smokie delves into ‘Fairytale of New York’, which he believes is the greatest Christmas song of all
Almanac Music: ‘I Can See You, Your Brown Skin Shining in the Sun’: Songs Connected to the Beach
December 20, 2024 by 69 Comments
This week’s theme in KD’s epic series about popular song is songs connected to the beach – and they don’t have to be specifically ‘summer songs’, either. As usual, readers’ input is most welcome.
Almanac Poetry Reviews: High praise for Kevin Densley
December 19, 2024 by 6 Comments
Footy Almanac mainstay, Kevin Densley, who picks up stacks of Brownlow votes each season, has received a super review for his poetry collection ‘Please Feed the Macaws…I’m Feeling too Indolent’.
RITV Summer Series: Nina Kennedy – RITV Performance of the Year 2024
December 19, 2024 by Leave a Comment
RITV continues his Summer Series with his award for Performance of the Year.
NFL Week 15 – The Carlton Davis III Cup
December 19, 2024 by 4 Comments
Earl O’Neill updates us on his takeover of the Jacksonville Jaguars – it’s no easy task when there’s a quarter of a billion bucks on the line! At least Perky Girl seems to be enjoying herself.
Almanac AFLW Draft: Congratulations Sarah Poustie
December 19, 2024 by 2 Comments
Great to see Sarah Poustie, daughter of Almanac members Mark and Nicole, was snapped up at Pick 25 in the AFLW Draft. {Congrats Family Poustie – JTH]
The Almanac Team – Maz and Dermie of Diskman: Cats and KISS
December 19, 2024 by 2 Comments
Dermie and Maz of Diskmandotnet have looked after all of the Almanac’s website needs for over a decade. So, who are they? [Thanks for another excellent year Dermie and Maz – JTH]
More gold from Nanna’s: A photo – name these two sporting legends
December 18, 2024 by 19 Comments
John Harms has been making lots of interesting discoveries while going through boxes of photos and papers from Nanna’s place (his late Mum, Fay). Who are the two sportsmen in this pic?
Almanac (International) Footy: Sherrins in Saigon – the inaugural 2024 Asia Cup
December 18, 2024 by 1 Comment
Rob Spurr is an AFL Asia Advisory Board member and he reports on the inaugural 2024 AFL Asia Cup in Saigon.
Almanac Soccer: Premier League Highlights Matchweek 16 Highlights
December 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
There were a number of highlights in Matchweek 16 of the EPL, including the Manchester derby, and Tottenham Hotspurs’ return to form. Ollie Wade reports.
Almanac Book Reviews: ‘The Season’ by Helen Garner – Strange and splendid beauty
December 17, 2024 by 7 Comments
We welcome Matt Gately to the Almanac family with his first piece on the site, an informative review of Helen Garner’s latest book, ‘The Season’. [Welcome aboard Matt – Ed]
Almanac Footy Songs: Glenn Butcher – Footy Fan’s Lament (Swans Song)
December 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment
After Sydney lost the AFL Grand Final against Brisbane, Glenn Butcher wrote a lament expressing his disappointment of his team’s loss.
Almanac Poetry: ‘Tiger’ – Tommy Mallet
December 17, 2024 by 2 Comments
In the bush, confrontations with snakes are part of life, a life and death existence a metaphor for life itself as ‘Tiger’ Tommy Mallet’s latest poem suggests.
Vale Gary ‘Chooka’ Merrington
December 16, 2024 by 8 Comments
We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Gary Merrington whom many Almanac people knew so well from the All Nations Hotel where he was the quintessential host. John Harms has put together a few words.
Almanac Life: Why is it so?
December 16, 2024 by 2 Comments
Walking his dog Chloe along the banks of the Murray River at 5.30am this morning was a good time for Citrus Bob Utber to consider the thoughts that came to mind.
Our Man at Plough Lane
December 16, 2024 by 1 Comment
Paul Harman keeps us up to date with Wimbledon and League Two and adds the bonus of an interview with an ardent Doncaster Rovers fan.
Almanac Poetry: Goya’s El Pelele (The Straw Manikin)
December 16, 2024 by 2 Comments
Previously unpublished, Kevin Densley’s poem gives voice to the figure of the airborne straw man in Goya’s well-known painting. [Gives new meaning to straw manning, Ed.]
Almanac Country (Footy) Music: Memories from childhood
December 16, 2024 by 3 Comments
Mark Chivers recalls his childhood memories of country footy. It was music to his ears!
Almanac Music: So You’re Overseas and Suddenly….(Part 2)
December 16, 2024 by 4 Comments
Australian music heard while travelling overseas stir deep memories in the hearts and souls of Aussie travellers reminding them of home. Ian Wilson presents a travelling soundtrack in Part 2 of his new music series.
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