In another famous Grand Final rematch, Rod Gillett only had the returning Ben Cousins on his mind as the Brownlow Medallist led the Eagles to a close victory over the Swans in 2007.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 16 – West Coast v Sydney: A suspicious Cousins
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The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 15 – Fremantle v North Melbourne: Brother Connolly dishes out punishment
July 9, 2020 by 1 Comment
Following Fremantle’s close loss to the Kangaroos in 2007, Les Everett brought the Dockers back to school to face an angry Chris Connolly.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – West Coast v St Kilda: Pulling one out of the hat for Robert
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Watching from an idyllic local pub in Broome, John Harms witnessed a tight clash in 2007 between the Eagles and the Saints. When the game was on the line, St Kilda managed to get the job done for milestone man Robert Harvey.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 11 – Fremantle v Richmond: Tigers gallant in a tight defeat
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Unlucky so far in season 2007, Richmond travelled to Subiaco looking to secure a breakthrough win. Les Everett reports on the high-scoring match.
Almanac Cricket History – Australia v New Zealand at Perth
December 5, 2019 by 5 Comments
Australia and New Zealand have clashed in Perth seven times over the past forty years. With the next encounter looming, Ian Hauser looks back over Australia v New Zealand Tests played in the West.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin 2: A downpour of rain and tries
June 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
With a format that, in theory, could prove repetitive, State of Origin continues to deliver the drama and quality to capture the imagination of much of the nation. Sean Mortell reports on the dominant Blues effort in Perth.
The Ashes 2017/18 – Third Test, the WACA: Call For Writers
December 12, 2017 by 9 Comments
We’re looking for writers to help us cover the third Ashes Test in Perth, which will be the final Test at the WACA. Let us know in the comments
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 3: Belief?
November 6, 2016 by 4 Comments
After a long day in the field, Smokie wonders whether the Australian players truly believe they can win
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test: Saffas slow out of the blocks
November 4, 2016 by 9 Comments
John Butler’s view on the first day of the Perth Test, where lack of resolve and test cricket nous has left South Africa in a bit of a hole.
Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Chun breaks major record, playoff finale time in Atlanta
September 22, 2016 by 2 Comments
Hamish Neal continues his weekly Golf summary with News, Opinions and player performance notes.
WAFL: Peel make a big move
August 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
Les Everett with the news that Peel Thunder saw off East Perth at Leederville Oval, shoring up a finals place. Get your WAFL words (and picture) here.
WAFL five still alive
August 2, 2016 by 2 Comments
Les Everett’s words (and pictures) from Perth, where four rounds remain in the WAFL home and away season. Can East Fremantle make the top five?
Almanac Rugby League – Five Metre Gap: NRL Round 19, 2016
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Hamish Neal with NRL Round 19; Cronulla are now up to 14 wins on the trot.
Almanac League – Five Metre Gap: NRL Round 13, 2016
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Hamish Neal looks at the points you may have missed from the thirteenth round of the NRL
WAFL Round 11 – Roll of Thunder heard by Sharks
May 29, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Peel were always in control at East Fremantle, Subiaco thrashed co-tenant East Perth, West Perth shook off a gallant Perth and Claremont didn’t take long to shake off Swans, WAFL Round 11.
Round 8 – West Coast v St Kilda: A most unhelpful win
May 17, 2016 by 5 Comments
Despite a 17-goal win, Nic McGay remains dissatisfied with his West Coast Eagles. The search for improvement is on.
WAFL Round 4: Royals and Swans get a win
April 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Round 4 of the WAFL season has tightened… everyone has a win. Les Everett reports.
The Perth Community Cup
September 4, 2015 by 2 Comments
Author Dennis Gedling reports on the first ever Perth Community Cup, a day which he says was a success and a begining of a wonderful concept in Perth.
The centre of AFL in 2015
July 1, 2015 by 3 Comments
Mike on the centre of the AFL in 2015 and the result will suprise
WAFL Round 6: Sharks Grab the Derby
April 29, 2015 by 1 Comment
Always ahead of the pack, the WAFL has now completed six rounds. While the rest of the country was back to work Monday, their local Derby was taking place down Freo way. Les Everett with all you need to know.
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