Richard Griffiths reports on the Giants’ successful visit to Alice Springs, where they thrashed a disappointing Demons outfit
Almanac Footy: The Battle of the Bridge and a Spinal Tap Moment
April 16, 2026 by 7 Comments
Richard Griffiths tells the tale of the cup that wasn’t, the cup that is and all the drama that went on behind the scenes in the lead up to the inaugural Sydney derby.
Round 2 – GWS v St Kilda: Saints lucky to get away with this one
March 22, 2026 by 10 Comments
Unimpressed with Ross Lyon’s treatment of reporters in press conferences, Ian Wilson moved on from his pre-match thoughts to the Round 2 action after a lightning-delayed start at Engie Stadium. He tipped it would be close, quick and open.
Round 1 – Western Bulldogs v GWS Giants: Ruthless Dogs dismantle passive Giants in Marvel thrashing
March 15, 2026 by 2 Comments
Kristian Cavallo reports on the Bulldogs running riot in their Round 1 match against the Giants to score a resounding victory.
Opening Round – GWS v Hawthorn: Footy is played on (patchy) grass, not paper.
March 8, 2026 by 4 Comments
The ‘Frankenstein’ patchwork surface of the Sydney Showground for the Opening Round game between GWS and Hawthorn did not impress Greg A. But he was in awe of Giants’ debutant Phoenix Gothard who iced the match with three minutes left on the clock.
Almanac Footy: GWS 2026 season preview
February 4, 2026 by 1 Comment
GWS are next up as Micky McTigger continues his evaluation of each club’s roster for the 2026 AFL season.
Round 9 – Geelong v GWS: From the Hickey Stand
May 14, 2025 by 6 Comments
The Cats just could not quite get it done against the Giants. Marcus Holt reports from GMHBA Stadium.
Almanac Footy (Prognostication): Clarko to the Giants / Roos – No way!
July 28, 2022 by 2 Comments
The Footy Almanac welcomes first-timer MagnifiCATS who seems to have his own ideas about the next step in the coaching career of Alastair Clarkson. (Welcome aboard, MagnifiCATS!)
Round 17 – Port Adelaide v GWS: Port turns Giants to minnows
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Port Adelaide gave GWS a hiding at home writes Nick Kossatsch.
Round 15 – Collingwood v GWS: Floreat Pica Society – Report: No Standing
June 28, 2022 by Leave a Comment
In this week’s report for the Floreat Pica Society, Andrew Fithall expresses his disgust at both the AFL’s ‘Stand’ rule and the NRL’s ‘6 Again’ rule.
Round 2 – Richmond v GWS: The charge of the Height Brigade
March 30, 2022 by 2 Comments
The Tiges were under some pressure going into Round 2 and John Green had his concerns. Although missing players the Richmond talls did the job.
Round 1 – GWS v Sydney : The gamble that backfired
March 20, 2022 by 2 Comments
The Swans finished over the top of GWS to win the opening match of the 2022 season. But was it wise to take their home game to the SCG in search of a big crowd?
AFLW Round 4: GWS v Western Bulldogs: To Henson Park and beyond
February 4, 2022 by 1 Comment
Ian Latham heads to the much-loved Henson Park in Sydney’s inner west for the AFLW match between GWS and the Western Bulldogs and considers the changes over the last four decades.
Finals Week 1 – Sydney v GWS: Devastated but Oh So Proud!
August 29, 2021 by 10 Comments
Jan Courtin is devastated (a powerful word) but proud of her mighty Swans who went down by a single point against GWS.
Round 8 – GWS v Essendon: Besotted with Baby Bombers
May 11, 2021 by 3 Comments
Sam Laffy is besotted with the current batch of ‘Baby Bombers’. Although the results may not be on the board the future looks bright for the Bombers as he reports.
Round 4 – Collingwood v GWS: Weary bones refuse to work in chilly conditions
April 11, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Icy conditions descended on the MCG on Saturday night and it was the Giants who handled them better. Sean Mortell explains how the visitors dismantled the Pies game.
Round 3 – GWS v Melbourne: Sunday Night Lights
April 8, 2021 by Leave a Comment
On a warm (for Autumn) Canberra evening, with Manuka a picture, William Westerman sees the emerging Dees deal with the battling Giants.
Round 18 – St. Kilda v GWS: Saints take a Giant step into the finals
September 19, 2020 by 1 Comment
It was a nervy night, but Braham joined the St. Kilda supporters elated by the Saints’ return to finals action after a crushing win over the Giants.
Round 12 – Sydney v GWS: The Battle of the Bridge, Perth Edition
August 13, 2020 by 1 Comment
Caspar McLeod is very happy with Sydney’s ‘Battle of the Bridge’ win over GWS in their Round 12 clash in Perth.
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