Luke Reynolds realised a long-held dream of being at an ICC World Cup final. The day – in almost every regard – didn’t disappoint.
AFLPA interviews: JTH with David Parkin
March 31, 2015 by Leave a Comment
THE AFLPA has invited John Harms to have yarn with a former footballer each week throughout the year. Here’s a couple of snippets from his chat with David Parkin. [Full interview will be available on Thursday – Ed]
Bec Lane Prepares to Take On the World
March 31, 2015 by 6 Comments
Scotland hosts the under 19 Women’s Lacrosse World Championships in July this year. One of Australia’s stars, Bec Lane, needs your help to get there. Andrew Fithall brings Bec’s story to the Almanac. [Hear Bec and others on 774 ABC Melbourne tonight – March 31]
Write for the Almanac this footy season: nominate an AFL game or two (or 25 games)
March 31, 2015 by 17 Comments
Time to nominate some preferred games. [Includes special news for GWS writers and Fitzroy writers – JTH] [With an attempt by JTH to explain the intricate system of commissioning and picking from the website – Ed!]
Passing the Baton
March 31, 2015 by 7 Comments
Andrew Starkie revels in introducing his daughter to life as a shinboner. The meaning of family and shared experience and community.
ASADA, Essendon and the AFL – Is it over yet?
March 31, 2015 by 1 Comment
It’s decision day for 34 current and former players at the Hangar in Tullamarine. Will the tribunal findings put a much needed full-stop on the story, or do we all just end up at another square-dance?
The First Goal – How Much of an Advantage?
March 31, 2015 by 7 Comments
Stats-porn warning! The prevalence of numbers and what they tell us about a game of footy is increasing exponentially from simply looking at kicks, marks and handballs at a furious pace. James Grapsas contributes this mighty [and rigorous! – Ed] probability-based investigation on the importance of scoring the first goal and how it explains the likelihood of your team winning games. An amazing body of work.
Crio’s Question: Leopards Changing Spots
March 31, 2015 by 5 Comments
Justin Langer and Kevin Muscat have begun singing from a remarkably different hymn sheet since leaving their playing days for coaching careers. Crio looks at sporting leopards who change their spots
Simple footy words: Sad Day
March 31, 2015 by 1 Comment
How are footy fans feeling on this intriguing day, just a couple days out from the start of a fresh season?
Why Boxing and Cage Fighting Should Be Banned. But Won’t Be.
March 31, 2015 by 1 Comment
In the wake of the death of 23 year old Queensland boxer Braydon Smith comes this piece from Rick Sarre, Professor of Law at the University of South Australia, who calls for boxing and cage fighting to be banned. Very interesting reading.
Some thoughts on a Summer of Cricket
March 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
And so the long summer of cricket is over. Yvette Wroby takes a compassionate and learned look back on key moments and major players.
Have the Socceroos won back Australia’s heart?
March 30, 2015 by 3 Comments
It might have been a friendly, but for Vaughan Menlove, the Socceroos draw with Germany wasn’t about the scoreboard. Ange Postecoglou’s game plan has breathed life and flair into the national football team, which was sorely missing under the conservative approaches of past bosses Pim Verbeek and Holger Osiek
Comedy Festival – Breaking Dad: Matty Q’s show about fatherhood
March 30, 2015 by 4 Comments
Matt Quartermaine’s latest show Breaking Dad premières this week and runs for four nights. Come along.
Lou: ANZAC Cricket
March 30, 2015 by 2 Comments
Lou reflects on the ANZAC coincidence in the World Cup final.
Australia’s Finest Lunch (Enjoy this lunch and help the Almanac)
March 30, 2015 by 1 Comment
This is one of Australia’s finest lunches. You will remember this afternoon to the end of your days.
This lunch is available to individuals or groups. It is $500 per person. More than half the fee will go to the Almanac’s crowdfunding campaign. To sign on email John Harms:
Almanac Fishing: Great Hope
March 30, 2015 by 5 Comments
The transcendence of fishing should never be underrated. Steve Hodder’s brilliant words recall when Rabonzo met Trout
2015 ICC World Cup – Final: For Love of Underdogs and the Australian Way (and Blog – add your comments)
March 29, 2015 by 41 Comments
Matt Zurbo argues the case that, if you’re really in touch with what it means to be Australian, then you’ll be barracking for New Zealand today.
What do you reckon? Add your pre-game comments. And join in the conversation during the game.
The Aussies: Fast, Brilliant, Creative, Daring and in the Final. (So why can’t I like them?)
March 29, 2015 by 21 Comments
Sean Curtain respects – but doesn’t like – the way the Australian cricket team go about their work on the field. Moreso after moments in Thursday evening’s Australia v India ICC World Cup semi-final.
2015 ICC World Cup Final: Call for Writers
March 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The final of the ICC 2015 World Cup looms large. If the usual trans-Tasman rivalry wasn’t enough to heat this one up, there’s also four years (and countless Bledisloe Cup meets) worth of bragging rights at stake. In the words of Tom Greenaway; “New Zealand could be the holders of both the Rugby and Cricket World Cups simultaneously.” Share your words with us, all are welcome.
ICC World Cup Final: Part 1 – the pay TV fiasco
March 28, 2015 by 10 Comments
Matt Watson is in chilly Melbourne for the World Cup Final. Here he considers the tournaments impact in Australia, meets Warnie, and considers his relationship with some of the teams – especially New Zealand.
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