A biopic of Donald Trump, ‘The Apprentice’ is now in cinemas. Ian Wilson presents his review of the film.
Almanac Racing: Vale John ‘Patto’ Patterson OAM – Flemington’s longest serving Clerk of the Course
October 11, 2024 by 4 Comments
John ‘Patto’ Patterson OAM, Flemington’s longest serving Clerk of the Course has passed away. Roger Lowrey pays tribute to Patto.
Almanac Horseracing: Sal’s Preview – Caulfield Guineas: Broad or Bright – Which side are you on?
October 11, 2024 by 1 Comment
The Spring Carnival goes up a notch this weekend with the Caulfield Guineas, Sal Ciardulli casts his thoughtful eye over the form to seek some winners for punters.
Almanac Life: Australian Summer Scene
October 11, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The concept of an Australian identity Callum Quirk has thought about a lot. Classic Aussie cars, coastal towns and roads, and summer are all part of that identity Callum believes.
NFL Week 5 – The Kerby Joseph Cup
October 10, 2024 by 4 Comments
Earl lets loose on the world of the New York Jets, the perennial underachievers of the NFL. If only Hollywood could come up with such scripts!
Mystery Pub: Corner Booth Reflections at The Elephant
October 10, 2024 by 14 Comments
Claire and Mickey dropped into the Elephant off Rundle Mall to get their weekend off to a good start.
NRL Grand Final Weekend Review – Rabbit in the Vineyard on Tour
October 10, 2024 by 2 Comments
Rabbit in the Vineyard was on tour for NRL Grand Final weekend too, with a highly personal and meaningful return to significant places and memories from his younger days.
NRL Grand Final Review – Prop in the Canefield: You gotta love footy finals!
October 10, 2024 by 4 Comments
In his final column for NRL Season 2024, Prop in the Canefield takes us on his Grand Final Tour with his mates The Crabman, The Prospector and Tiny. (Thanks and well done on a fine season, Prop – Eds.)
NRL Grand Final Day: An upset, a classic and a dynasty confirmed
October 10, 2024 by 1 Comment
NRL Grand Final day had it all for our rugby league editor Ian Hauser. But what is there left to say about the Penrith Panthers?
‘The sixteenth Flag…is it the best ever…?’ by KB Hill
October 10, 2024 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill channels his knowledge of OMFNL history to put this year’s Grand Final between the Rovers and the Pigeons into perspective. Could a 66-year-long search for redemption finally be realised?
Almanac (Creative) Footy: In the wilds with the tall forward pockets
October 9, 2024 by 1 Comment
Carolyn Spooner continues her series comparing the positions on the Aussie Rules Football field with other things. She is up to the tall forward pockets.
Almanac Footy History: Finding Uncle Stan – Have Boots Will Travel
October 9, 2024 by 5 Comments
Michael Sexton has been chasing information about his great uncle Stan Castles who played a couple of games with Fitzroy in 1932. The NSW Football History Society were able to supply Michael with some relevant material about his Great Uncle Stan.
Almanac Soccer: English Premier League – Match Week 7 Highlights
October 9, 2024 by 4 Comments
Ollie Wade continues his weekly look at the English Premier League with highlights from Match Week 7.
NRL 2024 Grand Final Review: No Stopping the Pink Panthers!
October 8, 2024 by 2 Comments
Alan Whiticker analyses just why the Penrith Panthers have been the dominant force in the NRL for the past four seasons as he celebrates their dominant win in the Grand Final.
NRL Grand Final Review: Beaten by the better side
October 8, 2024 by 3 Comments
Melbourne Storm fan Bob Utber concedes that they were simply beaten by a better team in Sunday night’s NRL Grand Final.
Almanac Life: Princess Dies (1997)
October 8, 2024 by 18 Comments
Damian Balassone remembers the announcement of Princess Diana’s death during the footy match he was attending and some of the crowd reaction.
Almanac Footy: Footy for the ‘Disenfranchised’
The praises Ian Wilson sings for FIDA footy are well founded and deep as he outlines his personal connection to the organisation and its players.