Crio reviews the greyhound industry in the aftermath of Four Corners expose’ of the use of live animals to ‘blood’ racing dogs.
The Boy Who Dodged Bullets and Bombs So He Could Come to Canberra to Have a Bat and Bowl – and Captain His Country at the Cricket World Cup
February 18, 2015 by Leave a Comment
As Bangladesh and Afghanistan square off in Canberra for their ICC World Cup Group A pool match today, Archie Butterfly profiles the Afghani skipper, Mohammed Nabi.
Almanac Wine: Songs of Sparkling Shiraz
February 18, 2015 by 24 Comments
“Sparkling shiraz is the viticultural Skyhooks. Unheard of in Europe. Never caught on in America. Yet enduringly significant and loved in Australia,” writes Mickey Randall in this cracking piece about the magnificent drop. [have had a few myself – JTH]
Tremendous review of The Last Pulse
February 18, 2015 by 4 Comments
This book just keeps getting excellent reviews – and this one is entertaining as well.
2000 – (still not quite) All Australian SSA Team – Who Are The Mystery Boys?
February 18, 2015 by 7 Comments
Continuing his look at the travails of Aussie rules’ elite juniors of the past, Swish presents the 2000 SSA All-Australian line-up. Three obvious standouts in this line-up, but few who went on to make their mark at the elite level. Where are they now?
Sapporo Snow Festival – Part 3: Tsudome and Susukino
February 18, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Yoshi continues his look at Sapporo’s Snow Festival. His latest dispatch takes in Tsudome and Susukino.
Seasons in the Sun (Part 17): Patience v Patience, Discipline v Discipline.
February 18, 2015 by 1 Comment
It’s time. One last bridge to cross to make the finals. Can our heroes get the job done against Riverside?
The Things We Do For Love – It’s Business Time – the All Black First Five
February 18, 2015 by 2 Comments
Fresh from straightening up non-Queenslanders in yesterday’s dispatch, Archie Butterfly returns with some cultural insights into New Zealand. Chilly bins, jandals and a quick trip to the dairy – all from the comfort of your own little Lower Hutt batch, eh!
ICC World Cup 2015 – New Zealand v Scotland: Thinking of My ‘Home Country’
February 17, 2015 by 4 Comments
Yoshi reports on todays ICC World Cup pool match between New Zealand v Scotland from the Shaky Isles. [Having a crack. Lovely to see – Ed]
Brendon’s Black Capped Imposter’s Set to Get Smashed by a Bunch of Sporran-Wearing South African Scots in Downtown Dunedin Before Dark
February 17, 2015 by 3 Comments
Archie delivers a magnificent overview of the Scottish side who are in the process of smashing the Black Caps at home…. possibly.
ICC World Cup 2015 – Ireland v West Indies: The arrival
February 16, 2015 by 13 Comments
E.Regnans relays the World Cup description from a Derry front bar as the Irish chase down a big target set by the Windies.
Roy Hay: Is It Time for More Cooperation?
February 16, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Some great analysis from Roy Hay and Tony Ward in Monday’s Guardian on how the numbers are telling us that it’s time Australia’s sporting bodies stopped warring and began cooperating for the greater good of fans.
Crio’s Question: Beware the Ides of March….or…?
February 16, 2015 by 1 Comment
Ever had a bad feeling or a bad omen that came true about your team or your selection? Crio asks about the portents of doom for your boys or the (un)faithful steed?
The Importance of Sportspeople Being Well
February 16, 2015 by 11 Comments
Yoshi opens up about his experiences with depression and anxiety in light of reading about Ryan Griffen’s struggles at the Whitten Oval in season 2014.
2015 ICC World Cup: Ireland v West Indies – Nelson (Haaa Haaa!)
February 16, 2015 by 4 Comments
The worst-case scenario for West Indian cricket became a reality earlier today when they were defeated by Ireland in Nelson, New Zealand. Having being bitten by the Test cricket bug, Yoshi delves into the limited overs form of the game. Bemusement abounds for someone from a baseball background.
Sapporo Snow Festival – Part Two: Odori Park Venue
February 16, 2015 by 2 Comments
While Australia is on the tail end of another summer, our favourite Japanese correspondent, Yoshi Imagawa shares with us some more highlights from the Sapporo Ice Festival [the Star Wars themed sculpture is amazing! I loved it. – Ed]
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life; Season 2015 Preview: Defence and Midfield
February 16, 2015 by 1 Comment
Cameron Hooke can smell the linament oil from the nation’s capitol. As the NAB Challenge draws ever nearer, Cam continues his look at the Magpies prospects for season 2015. This week; the leadership group, defence and the midfield.
Almanac Music: Let’s straighten up this crap music discussion on namby-pamby derivative bull sh!t tunes
February 16, 2015 by 11 Comments
My heart is so swollen I’m overcome. I’d forgotten how much I missed Queensland. This is yet another piece which demonstrates the Almanac is an international site (are you with me on the six nations?). Last year we had a real Crow-eater theme for a while – which added much to the conversation. Now Archie waves the flag from the Deep North with his eight greats of music featuring such greats as Hey Hey We’re the Broncos from The Ipswich Connection. [Absolute cracker – JTH]
ICC World Cup 2015 – India v Pakistan: Kohli as ever (of course, of course)
February 16, 2015 by 5 Comments
E Regnans with cricket, philosophy and the way the bouncy Adelaide Oval has become an Indian homeground. Fate, chaos and good bounce. [Creative – Ed]
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