Glen Davis ventured up to the Murray to spend Cup Day at Corowa.
Great Loyalty, Motivation and Striving for a Flag
November 5, 2014 by 5 Comments
Inspired by his Saints’ positive outlook, Yoshi is confident that things are looking up for him also.
Jack Russell, Wicket-Keeping Genius
November 5, 2014 by 18 Comments
Luke Reynolds profiles a cricketer of unassuming skill and grace, who somehow never had the flair to be labelled ‘great’. England’s ‘Jack’ Russell is one of the greatest wicket keepers of all time. Who else was an ‘almost great’ that deserved to be?
Sean Gorman’s request – information on Indigenous footballers, clubs, leagues
November 5, 2014 by 4 Comments
Sean Gorman is embarking on a significant research project and seeks our assistance.
The Almanac Trifecta and how Shuffler Down won the raffle
November 4, 2014 by 18 Comments
A great day had by all at the Almanac Melbourne Cup Lunch thanks to Greg Carpenter, Phil Smith, Robbie Griffiths, Andy Gemmell and the Waterside Hotel. Check out our trifecta numbers.
Pakistan v Australia , Second Test: Coaching?
November 4, 2014 by 2 Comments
Lou says that the Australian performance reeks of poor coaching.
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 5: The cream and the crock
November 3, 2014 by 7 Comments
E.Regnans analyses Australia’s cricket performance in the UAE using words and concepts not found in the Little Golden Books. That’ll go right over their heads then.
Crio’s Question: What racing memories can you share?
November 3, 2014 by 11 Comments
The Cup carnival brings anticipation. And reflection. What are your great memories of racing and the Cup?
NTFL Round 5 Wrap Up – NT News: “Saint mauled by Tiger”
November 3, 2014 by 2 Comments
Jackson Clark reports on a St Marys loss (which is as rare as rocking horse shit). Undefeated last season – is this the wake-up call; the loss they had to have; or a sign that the NTFL comp is evening up?
All Saints Day from the Nicholson Street TAB
November 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Rees Quilford shares his day spent among the needy and the greedy at the local TAB. Closer to the real world experience of the average punter than the glossy TV ads or the Flemington lawns.
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 4: Ow
November 3, 2014 by 2 Comments
Paddy Grindlay calls it with his report on Day 4 from Abu Dhabi. He’s not “going all doomsday,” but some series stats read like a one-sided Under 14 cricket comp.
Life and football: John Harms at Ainslie
November 3, 2014 by Leave a Comment
David Fordyce takes us to an Ainslie Football Club function, August 2014, Canberra. The speaker: John Harms. The subject: connections between life and football. Take it away David…
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 4: Broken
November 3, 2014 by 13 Comments
David Wilson took the time and interest to review Australia’s “efforts” on Day 4 of the Test against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi. Much more interest than the players really.
A Melbourne Cup Preview – before I Sign Off!
November 3, 2014 by 1 Comment
Sal Ciardulli offers a comprehensive preview of the Melbourne Cup, with the Oaks and a couple of other big races thrown in for free.
Brio’s Racing: Cup Confidence Building
November 2, 2014 by 26 Comments
Tony ‘Budge’ Riordan steps into big family shoes (Brio, Crio and Trio? – Ed.) to sort out the Cup winner and preview the quaddy for Flemington on Tuesday. We need “more tips than a can of asparagus” (Copyright – J Styring) for Cup day. Keep ’em coming.
Raiders of the (Lost) Cup
November 2, 2014 by 7 Comments
Overseas raiders have flocked to Melbourne for Cup week from all parts – Japan, England, Germany – and even our intrepid Tasmanian racing correspondent Daryl Sharpen. He ventured out to trackwork at Werribee to assess the quality of the raiders, the touts and the egg and bacon rolls.
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 3: Generation X Factor?
November 2, 2014 by 6 Comments
Joe Moore is scratching is head over the selection of this Australian team. X-factor? Technique? Temperament?
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 3: Who saw this coming?
November 2, 2014 by 4 Comments
After another trying day, Smokie asks what is wrong with our batsmen showing patience?
Cycling in Sapporo, Japan
November 2, 2014 by 4 Comments
Yoshi Imagawa reveals a man of many talents and interests, with his experiences of cycling around Sapporo in Japan (summer months only).
Second Test, Pakistan v Australia (Abu Dhabi) – Day 2: Recent commentary from Lou (and the emails keep coming)
November 1, 2014 by 2 Comments
Lou is not happy with the Australian skipper.
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