Kevin Sheedy Kevin is arguably the most influential figure in the history of the AFL and is currently GM of Commercial Development & Innovation at Essendon. He is regarded as an ambassador for the game. He has always been innovative and...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch Ken Sheldon 17th March, 2017
Ken Sheldon Ken Sheldon moved from north-central Victoria to play VFL for Carlton in 1977 as a 17 year old. He played 132 games for Carlton before leaving to play for St Kilda from 1987. He played in 3 Carlton premierships 79, 81 & 82, was a...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch Peter McKenna 3rd March, 2017
Peter McKenna Peter McKenna (70 yrs) was regarded as one of the best full forwards to ever play VFL when he played full forward for Collingwood. He played 180 games for Collingwood between 1965 and 1975 and played a further 11 games for Carlton...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch, Sam Newman, 17th February, 2017
Sam Newman Sam Newman, as great a footballer as he was, has become more famous since football and we are very fortunate that Percy has been able to organise his special appearance at an Odd Friday Lunch, Fri 17th Feb. Percy & Sam had similar...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch David Rhys-Jones, 3rd February, 2017
David Rhys-Jones David Rhys-Jones was a gifted Carlton Footballer who won the Norm Smith Medal in 1987 playing on Centre Half Forward Dermott Brereton. He has been inducted into the Carlton Hall of Fame. He began his VFL / AFL career in 1980...
Read moreChristmas Lunch in the heart of Fitzroy!!
Wishing you all a “Merry Christmas” from our entire team at North Fitzroy Arms. As the best day of the year is approaching, we thought of making your festive day the most memorable one. We invite you and your family to come and enjoy your...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch Keith Stackpole, Friday, 9th December, 2016
Keith Stackpole Keith Raymond Stackpole was a great Victorian and Australian cricketer, born in Collingwood on 10 July 1940. He went to school in Clifton Hill and played cricket for Collingwood. His father, also Keith, played Sheffield Shield...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch Perter “Crackers” Keenan, 25th November, 2016
Peter ”Crackers” Keenan Peter ”Crackers” Keenan Crackers (Peter Patrick Pius Paul) Keenan from the small town of Wilby near Yarrawonga and subsequently Assumption College, played 213 VFL games for Melbourne, North Melbourne and Essendon between...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch, Greg Carpenter, 31st October, 2016
Greg Carpenter Not an Odd Friday, but John Harms and The Footy Almanac are running a special lunch this coming Monday – his traditional Cup Eve Lunch with his traditional guest Greg Carpenter, Victoria Racing’s Chief Handicapper. What...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch, Ron Kirwan Tribute, 21st October, 2016
Ron Kirwan Tribute Lunch Ron Kirwan (21/10/41 – 15/04/16) passed away earlier this year of a sudden illness. He was a self made successful businessman but was most well known for his service to and support of The Essendon Football Club. He...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch, Ian “Collo” Collins, 7th October, 2016
Ian “Collo” Collins Ian “Collo” Collins has had a comprehensive career in Australian Football. Recruited from Sale he played 161 games for Carlton Football Club playing in the 1968 premiership side (along with Percy). He went on to...
Read moreThe Odd Friday Lunch, John Harms, Ray Wilson & Gareth Andrews – 9th September
John Harms with Ray Wilson & Gareth Andrews John Harms, The Footy Almanac – Hawks vs Cats. John Harms is hosting the next Odd Friday Lunch with the theme of the Melbourne AFL final Hawks vs Cats. He will have 2 old players – Ray...
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