Barry Nicholls was part of a gathering of Sandgropers from the greater Almanackery recently – and they’re planning to make it regular.
Grand Final Lunch Raffle
September 30, 2021 by 2 Comments
After the weekend’s successful Grand Final Lunch, watch John Harms draw the raffle.
Dale Morris Grand Final Lunch Zoom Interview with John Harms
September 29, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Bulldogs premiership defender Dale Morris joined John Harms for an interview on Zoom prior to the Footy Almanac’s Grand Final lunch. His memories of the 2016 finals series are incredible – enjoy the trip down memory lane.
Round 19 – Port Adelaide v Collingwood: BITS and Port young guns star
July 25, 2021 by Leave a Comment
From BITS’ ‘Fitzy’ to Port Adelaide’s Willem Drew, Nick Kossatch looks fondly back on a weekend spent watching young guns emerge before his very eyes.
Maximising the benefits – the economics of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics
July 24, 2021 by 5 Comments
With Brisbane recently announced as the host city of the 2032 Olympic Games, Tim Harcourt from the University of Technology Sydney looks at the economic risks and benefits on offer when hosting the Olympics.
Gravel & Mud: Geoffrey Blainey
July 23, 2021 by 1 Comment
Historian Geoffrey Blainey has had rich experiences with Australian mining, society and football. This story is from the anthology ‘Gravel & Mud’, a wonderful look into how western Tasmania approached its footy, from conditions to crowds to players.
Round 15 – Port Adelaide v Sydney: A-Mayes-ing win in birthday twin wins
June 27, 2021 by Leave a Comment
On his birthday weekend, Nick Kossatch didn’t get to see his local BITS Saints secure a top four spot, but he was able to witness the Power rally to produce a heart-stopping win over the valiant Sydney Swans.
Round 15 – Richmond v St. Kilda: Saints find their mojo against tired Tigers
June 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
Braham Dabscheck woke up on Friday feeling confident about a St Kilda upset win over the Tigers. But what he got even blew his lofty expectations away in a stunning MCG victory for the Saints.
Round 13 – Melbourne v Collingwood: A heart-breaking/ warming finale
June 15, 2021 by 3 Comments
In an emotional edition of the annual Big Freeze on Queens Birthday, Sean Mortell breaks down the final chapter of Nathan Buckley’s coaching career at Collingwood.
Round 11 – Port Adelaide v Fremantle: Power deliver top-class bookend quarters
May 31, 2021 by Leave a Comment
From a BITS Saints shellacking to a Port Adelaide masterclass, Nick Kossatch witnessed both ends of the spectrum during his football weekend.
Round 11 – Collingwood v Geelong: Dear old Melbourne
May 30, 2021 by 12 Comments
In a timely poem, Dips sums up the current atmosphere in Melbourne as they bunker into a fourth lockdown. Saturday’s clash, according to Dips, epitomised the current mood in the town as Collingwood and Geelong spluttered along.
Almanac Golf: PGA Golf Championship Preview and the Rise of Quality Independent Journalism
May 22, 2021 by 1 Comment
Peter Baulderstone offers some thoughts on the US PGA, one of the four majors, which is being played at Kiawah Island in South Carolina, and also offers some thoughts on the state of fresh golf journalism.
Almanac Athletics: Track Scars
April 23, 2021 by 12 Comments
Our own Jake ‘Cobba’ Stevens was fast enough to compete at the 2021 Australian Track & Field Championships in Sydney. In the semi-finals of the 800m event, Cobba got to experience the full range of emotions that competitive racing can bring for aspiring Olympians.
Round 5 – St Kilda v Richmond: Extremely disappointing and devastating loss
April 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
It was a tough time for Yoshi, who saw his Saints get crushed by Richmond on Thursday night footy. Bemoaning his side’s inadequacies, Yoshi calls for a tougher response against Port Adelaide next week.
Almanac Life: The end of civilisation as we have known it?
March 18, 2021 by 5 Comments
Roy Hay laments ‘The Conversation’ having to remove all debates on Indigenous affairs, and instead turns his eyes to the Almanac’s community feel.
Round 1 – …and Horse Racing: Sal’s Preview – A busy return to action
March 18, 2021 by 1 Comment
Sal Ciardulli is back for 2021 with a massive preview of the AFL’s opening round and the weekend racing action.
Almanac Tennis: Ant bed nation – why Australian tennis owes the termite
March 9, 2021 by 7 Comments
With the topic of ant bed tennis courts running hot on the Almanac in recent weeks, Michael Sexton delves into the career of one of Queensland’s finest tennis players in Mal Anderson, and the influence growing up of the famous ant beds.
Almanac Poetry: Bob Craig’s Funeral
March 2, 2021 by 2 Comments
In this Tuesday’s poem, Kevin Densley recalls a small, particularly sad funeral he attended (the real name of the deceased has been changed), many years ago, where a notable local sportsman gave a memorable eulogy.
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