Inspired by a comment on an earlier side, Rodney Boyd shares his team made up of players who represented two clubs in the same season.
Almanac Teams: Three-for-one Pies! Best of 36 (1980- )
May 30, 2022 by 2 Comments
Is Number 36 the tipping point? Rodney Boyd is starting to dig deep for his best sides series, though the Magpies have had no shortage of quality in the jumper!
Almanac Teams: Twenty-three skidoo (1980- )
October 25, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The Shaw family, some AFL coaches and nomadic footballers feature in Rodney’s side this week.
The Black and White Song and Dance
September 7, 2020 by 31 Comments
In light of Fathers’ Day this weekend, we’ve reprised this wonderful writing from Damian Balassone, who takes us on a beautiful familial journey of joining the Collingwood faithful via Abruzzo, Dights Falls and Victoria Park with thanks to his late father, Donato.
Graham Miller – Playing the man
October 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Scanlen’s footy cards get a good run with a lot of Almanackers as they tap into a cherished age of footy bursting with characters – photographer Graham Miller has taken things to another level with his series “Playing the man.”
Of Dufflecoats And Dreams
October 2, 2019 by 5 Comments
A debut reminiscence from Cakewalk 90. Memories of the Rush Stand, Scanlen’s footy cards and Victoria Park etiquette.
Odd Friday/Almanac Lunch: Rene Kink (September 7)
September 3, 2018 by 1 Comment
Join the one and only Rene Kink, “The Incredible Hulk’, for our next Odd Friday Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms this Friday, 7th September.
A life lesson from Tommy
July 16, 2015 by 8 Comments
Life-long Tiger fan Tess Pryor recalls a chance meeting with the late, great Tommy Hafey. “You’re not a legend until someone else says you are!” Terrific yarn with timely perspective.
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