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The Blues
by Alan WhitickerProfiles every player to represent New South Wales in State of Origin since 1980.The Blues tells the back stories to the 300-plus New South Welshmen who have contested the legendary State of Origin series. This is more than a rugby league book. It's a book about the children of immigrants, military personnel, farmers and factory workers. It's the story of Indigenous kids and boys from the bush who were told they were not good enough. And the story of those seemingly always destined for greatness. Best-author Alan Whiticker delves into the lives and careers of every player to pull on a sky-blue jersey and face the might of the Maroons in league's elite competition. The Blues: NSW's State of Origin Heroes is the companion title to Gelding Street Press's The Maroons by Robert Burgin.
Australia's Greatest Racecars
by Luke WestFully illustrated chapters showcasing the most famous Aussie racing muscle cars.Australia's Greatest Racecars showcases the most spectacular machines to hit the track. These are the V8 beasts that created the legend of Brock, Moffat, Johnson, Bathurst and many more household names. This book rolls out a full grid of legendary metal with magnetic attraction for racing enthusiasts. This fully illustrated hardcover includes dedicated chapters on 25 famous Aussie racing muscle cars. With over 300 full colour photos and great design, this is a book every Australian with petrol in their veins should have on their bookshelf.
The Baggy Green
by Michael FaheyThe story and history of The Baggy Green – Australia's premier sporting icon.The baggy green cap worn by Australian Test players is an icon. It's the pride of Australian cricket. With the face of the game everchanging, the wearing of the baggy green has always been the pinnacle for Australian players. The baggy green cap is revered by everyone with a connection to Australian cricket. The Baggy Green book charts its evolution with reflections from many past and present Test players. It explores the cap's history, mystique and worth, with insight from the sport's greatest figures, museums and leading auction houses.
Great Golf Courses Australia
by Brendan JamesProfiles the top 50 golf courses in Australia.Welcome to every golfer's 'must play' list. Great Golf Courses Australia nominates the top locations down under. Features a range of unique locations, from the major metropolitan courses to stunningly diverse locations such as King Island, Kalgoorlie and Port Fairy. It's a best of the best list of astonishingly beautiful and challenging locations for enthusiasts. The line-up was compiled by long-time Golf Australia editor Brendan James. For each course covered there is information on the standout holes, history and features. The stunning colour images, many captured by drone, will inspire golfers to start planning their next trip.
The Immortals of Australian Football
by Andrew ClarkeFully illustrated profiles of the most legendary Australian Rules players.The Immortals of Australian Football celebrates the greatest players from Australia's indigenous game. It takes the Immortals concept made famous elsewhere in the sporting world and applies it to AFL. Selections include the pioneering Roy Cazaly, legendary figures Ron Barassi and Leigh Matthews, and modern-era greats such as Lance Franklin and Dustin Martin. Each Immortal's remarkable story and contribution to the sport is expertly told.
The Immortals of Australian Rugby Union
by Gordon BrayFully illustrated profiles of the most legendary Australian rugby union players.Hardcover and jacket gift book which names a best of the best 15-strong line-up of Australian rugby union players. Each Immortal player named is profiled in a dedicated chapter with career stats and multiple action images. There is also a group of honourable mentions and an Immortals Wallaby side. Features 100 photographs and key statistics. The Immortals of Australian Rugby Union celebrates the greatest players to wear the green and gold for the Wallabies. It takes the Immortals concept made famous elsewhere in the sporting world and applies it to the 15-player game. Gordon Bray, the voice of rugby in Australia, chooses his XV Immortals, telling the remarkable stories behind pioneering and modern-day Wallabies.
The Immortals of British & Irish Rugby
by John WesterbyFully illustrated profiles of a 15-strong team of rugby legends.The Immortals of British & Irish Rugby celebrates the greatest players from England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland from the last 60-odd years. Rugby writer John Westerby selects his dream team of 15 players in position then delves into the careers of these true greats. Legendary figures accorded Immortal status include Maro Itoje and Jeremy Guscott (England), Gareth Edwards (Wales), Willie John McBride (Ireland) and Ian McLauchlan (Scotland). Supported by over 100 full-colour action shots, this stunning jacketed hardcover tells the remarkable stories behind each Immortal's rise to the top, the feats that propelled them to greatness and the adversity they faced.
Rugby League in the 1980s
by Alan Whiticker Ian CollisThe power and the passionThe 1980s saw rugby league transform from brutal battlefield to entertainment spectacle. It changed almost beyond recognition. Rugby League in the 1980s was a time of unforgettable moments, major controversies and big personalities. Major on-field rules changes clamped down on violence and unleashed the spectacle. Meantime, progressive officials, in tune with social changes, re-shaped the game off-field too creating a series of pop culture moments. Rugby League in the 1980s: the Power and the Passion captures the characters that made the 1980s so great as well the great games, the premiership deciders and internationals. An absolute must for any rugby league fan of the era.
The Stars of Football: The World's Best 2024 Players
by Rodolphe GaudinThe World's Best PlayersCelebrate the greatest footballers from the world game's current era. The Stars of Football profiles over 90 players, telling the stories of their rise and successes. Fully updated for 2024 with new chapters on the brightest young talent and the game's latest heroes. This modern, fully illustrated book showcases the biggest names to grace the World Cup and other elite competitions. Learn about masters such as Messi and Ronaldo, plus other heroes who continue to enhance their reputations, including Mbappe, Benzema, Lewandowski and De Bruyne. Plus new stars such as Fernandez, Bellingham and Gavi. Full colour packed with action photos. Each player is profiled in a dedicated spread with key statistics and points of interest. All-new cover for 2024 featuring the four biggest stars of the world game.
Holden vs Ford Commemorative Edition
by Steve BedwellCelebrates Australia's greatest automotive rivalry.Holden versus Ford, Ford versus Holden, Red versus Blue, Blue versus Red. Even the order in which you say these two precious words marks you for life as to which side of the white line you drive on. Going straight to the heart of what it means to be Australian, this book is a must-have addition to any Ford or Holden lover's bookshelf. Loyalty, faith, competition and love is expressed through two brands of motor car. Never before has this nation-dividing topic been faced head on, and written about in such a detailed and humorous way. Holden vs Ford: Commemorative Edition includes a comprehensive list of all the Ford and Holden models released since the beginning of the twentieth century to the mid-1980s. It covers everything from the panel van craze during the 1970s to the Great Race at Philip Island, Mt Panorama and the glory days of other Ford versus Holden racing victories. With over 300 photos and great design! Holden v Ford is a full-throttle car book and the perfect Father s Day gift book.
Great Coastal Walks Australia
by Brent McKeanDiscover 40 of Australia's most spectacular coastal walking tracks.Great Coastal Walks Australia showcases each state's best coastal tracks to explore on foot. It features a range of unique locations that reveal Australia's most spectacular coastal scenery, from Sydney's iconic beaches to remote wilderness destinations. Journey with Australia's best bushwalking writers as they explore Victoria's Shipwreck Coast, the Whitsundays, South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, Tasmania's Bay of Fires, the iconic Cape to Cape Track in Western Australia and many more. Selected by Great Walks magazine's editor Brent McKean, for each walk there is a history and must-see features along with tips for exploring the standout spots. The stunning colour images will inspire you to start planning your next trek!
Australian Football's 100 year club
by Andrew ClarkeThe parallel histories of three centenary AFL clubs: Hawthorn, North Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs.Three AFL football clubs. Three centenaries. Three very different histories. AFL stalwart clubs Hawthorn, North Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs all joined the league in 1925. The trio have shared an intertwined history over the ensuing century – and vastly contrasting fortunes on and off the field. Australian Football's 100 Year Club celebrates the centenaries, plotting the ebb and flow experienced by each popular club. Author Andrew Clarke explores both their successes and the hard times, recounting the social histories that helped shaped these three teams. A must for any AFL fan.
State of Origin 45 Years
by Liam Hauser45 years of Australia's greatest sporting rivalry.The book covers 45 rich years of State of Origin football, reflecting the triumphs, the pain, the controversies and the incidents that shape rugby league's greatest spectacle. Written by league expert Liam Hauser, State of Origin: 45 Years is a fascinating celebration of rugby league and the legendary State of Origin series, which has been one of the most widely followed sporting events since it was established in 1980. Every game of each series is explored in detail, with a blow-by-blow account of all of the key incidents that determine its complexity and outcome. These colourful field reports illuminate the ebb and flow of the games and how fine the line can be between success and failure.
100 Funniest Moments in Australian Cricket
by Dan LiebkeFrom Alex Price's on-field karaoke session to Rob Quiney's resurrection of a dead seagull and Shane Watson's formidably funny front pad, these are the moments of physical slapstick and verbal repartee that make Australian cricket unique. Some moments are instant classics while some take decades to pay off and, naturally, some involve players getting hit in the nuts.In 100 Funniest Moments in Australian Cricket, sports journalist, comedy writer and well-known cricket tragic Dan Liebke takes us on a hilarious journey through cricket history, showing us that good cricket is good, but funny cricket is amazing.
100 Funniest Moments in Australian Cricket
by Dan LiebkeFrom Alex Price's on-field karaoke session to Rob Quiney's resurrection of a dead seagull and Shane Watson's formidably funny front pad, these are the moments of physical slapstick and verbal repartee that make Australian cricket unique. Some moments are instant classics while some take decades to pay off and, naturally, some involve players getting hit in the nuts.In 100 Funniest Moments in Australian Cricket, sports journalist, comedy writer and well-known cricket tragic Dan Liebke takes us on a hilarious journey through cricket history, showing us that good cricket is good, but funny cricket is amazing.
Top Knocks: The 20 best Australian innings of the past 50 years
by Brad HodgeBrad Hodge played 46 international matches for Australia and made an unbeaten 203 in a Test against South Africa. He recognises a star batting performance when he sees one, and he knows that what makes an innings special is beyond the numbers alone.Top Knocks is a rare and remarkable book that provides a countdown to the 20 greatest Australian batting performances over the past 50 years, from someone so close to the action that he might as well be down the other end of the wicket. As well as revisiting, analysing and celebrating each remarkable innings, 'Hodgey' interviews the star batters to see what they think of each particular knock and, even more interestingly, what they were thinking at the time.
The Irish Experiment
by Catherine Murphy Zach TuohyLike most Irishmen, Zach Tuohy's first love was Gaelic football. But when an Australian football club came knocking with a professional contract, the then-teenager leapt at the opportunity to travel across the world and come to grips with an oval ball.Despite a rocky start navigating a Carlton Football Club in disarray and becoming a father at twenty-three, Zach went on to become one of the greatest success stories of the 'Irish Experiment'. A move to the Geelong Cats made him a star rebounding defender and cult favourite player, and in 2022 he reached the pinnacle of his adopted code, winning a Premiership medal. In 2023, Zach set a new record for the number of AFL games played by an Irish player, passing the effort of the great Jim Stynes.With characteristic devil-may care attitude and determination, Zach writes candidly about his experiences in Australia, recounting the good, the bad and the downright hilarious. He has plenty to say about the relationships between the indigenous codes of GAA and the AFL, and what needs to change secure the future of Irish and Australian footballers alike.
The Irish Experiment
by Catherine Murphy Zach TuohyLike most Irishmen, Zach Tuohy's first love was Gaelic football. But when an Australian football club came knocking with a professional contract, the then-teenager leapt at the opportunity to travel across the world and come to grips with an oval ball.Despite a rocky start navigating a Carlton Football Club in disarray and becoming a father at twenty-three, Zach went on to become one of the greatest success stories of the 'Irish Experiment'. A move to the Geelong Cats made him a star rebounding defender and cult favourite player, and in 2022 he reached the pinnacle of his adopted code, winning a Premiership medal. In 2023, Zach set a new record for the number of AFL games played by an Irish player, passing the effort of the great Jim Stynes.With characteristic devil-may care attitude and determination, Zach writes candidly about his experiences in Australia, recounting the good, the bad and the downright hilarious. He has plenty to say about the relationships between the indigenous codes of GAA and the AFL, and what needs to change secure the future of Irish and Australian footballers alike.
Black and White
by Richard WilliamsThe fascinating, revealing, and in-depth memoir of Richard Williams, a self-made businessman, tennis coach, and father to two of the greatest athletes of all time--Venus and Serena Williams.Richard Williams had a grand plan for his daughters long before either of them was born, and he went so far as to write a plan for his family's future. His mind was set on raising two of the greatest women champions in professional tennis. Arguably, he executed his plan with laser-like precision. But the source of his vision and the method behind it have remained relatively unknown--until now. In this inspiring memoir, he reveals the full story of his stubborn determination to beat the odds and fulfill his dreams for his family.Born into poverty in Shreveport, Louisiana in the 1940s, Richard was blessed by a strong, caring mother who remained his lifelong hero, just as he became hero to Venus and Serena later on. From the beginning of his life, Richard's mother taught him to live by the principles of courage, confidence, commitment, faith, and love. He passed the same qualities on to his daughters, who grew to love their father and value the lessons he taught them, contrary to public rumors. "I still feel really close to my father," says Serena. "We have a great relationship. There is an appreciation. There is a closeness because of what we've been through together, and a respect."A self-made man, Richard has walked a long, hard, exciting, and ultimately rewarding road for seventy years, surmounting the many challenges to raise a loving family and two of the greatest tennis players who ever lived. Black and White is the extraordinary story of that journey and the indomitable spirit that made it all possible.
The Big Switch: Kaboom Kid #1
by David WarnerMeet Little Davey Warner. He lives in Sandhill Flats with his mum and dad and his brother Steve - and his stinky dog Max. Davey and his schoolmates -even Max - are MAD for cricket. All they want to do is play ... but there's always something getting in their way. In this first book in the series, Davey and his friends have a big game coming up against Shimmer Bay, their arch rivals in the local comp. They need to practise, and spend all their free time at school - in the morning and at lunchtime - making sure they'll be ready. But disaster strikes. Davey and his friends find out their new teacher is Mr Mudge, a strict grump who HATES cricket even more than he hates Year 6 boys, and thanks to bully Mo Clouter, they find themselves on detention. Which means no cricket. The boys are desperate. They're going to need to pull something special out of the bag to win against Shimmer Bay. Davey's mates have some ideas, one that could really get them into trouble, but it means getting around Mo, who seems to be everywhere they turn. But Davey has an idea that he thinks may just work ... he just needs to practise. Will he pull it off in time for the game against Shimmer Bay?
Playing Up: Kaboom Kid #2
by David WarnerMeet Little Davey Warner. He lives in Sandhill Flats with his mum and dad and his brother Steve - and his stinky dog Max. Davey and his schoolmates -even Max - are MAD for cricket. All they want to do is play ... but there's always something getting in their way. In this second book in the series, Davey wishes he could be as good a cricketer as his older brother Steve, who's always telling him to practise more. And there's nothing else that Davey and his mates like to do more - the classroom is as good as the playground, right? Mr Mudge, the Year 6 teacher and absolute grump, doesn't think so, especially after being donked on the head by the ball, and confiscates Davey's precious bat, 'Kaboom'. What's Davey going to do without his precious bat? It's like a part of his body. And of course a selector has turned up at club training, and Davey's HOPELESS without his bat. He's really happy for his mate, Sunil, though, who the selector taps on the shoulder. Davey's feeling pretty down - that is, until Steve asks him to play up and fill in on his team for a big match. Davey's ecstatic, but then realises that without Kaboom, he'll let his brother down. He's GOT to get Kaboom back ... but how? And why does Mo Clouter think he can find it? In the meantime, Davey will keep practising, but will he be good enough to be play with his brother?
Keep it Down!: Kaboom Kid #3
by David WarnerFor Davey and his friends, the worst thing in the world has happened. They have a big match coming up and their teammates are falling like flies. Most terrible of all is that Mo Clouter, the school bully who hates cricket, wants to play. What's he up to? Luckily, there's a new kid at school, who just happens to be an ace player. Tay Tui is an awesome wicketkeeper, but she won't stop singing while she plays. It's so distracting! Then, disaster - Davey's in trouble again and he's on detention for the match. It all seems hopeless. How on earth will they play without a full team, let alone win?cheesy boy-band hit while she plays. It's so distracting! Then, disaster - Davey is in trouble in class, and Mr Mudge, his teacher, is going to keep him in detention during the match. It all seems hopeless. How on earth is the Sandhill Flats Primary School team going to play with a functioning team, let alone win? As always, Davey and his friends have a few plans - and one involves whopper chomps, their favourite lollies.
Hit For Six: Kaboom Kid #4
by David WarnerDavey Warner bets school bully Mo Clouter that he can hit six sixes in the Sandhills Sluggers' upcoming battle against their club rivals. But after a disastrous school excursion to the local lawn bowls club, Davey is in trouble again, then forgets to hand in his assignment. His Year Six teacher, Mr Mudge, bans Davey from playing cricket until it's done. Can Davey get his assignment done, hit six sixes in the match and help the Sluggers seize top spot on the ladder?
Killer Boots
by Wendy JenkinsThirteen-year-old Greg Lukin loves footy – playing it, and watching it. So when he bumps into his favourite AFL player Matt Tognolini at the local park, it’s like a dream come true. The accidental ‘gift’ of a pair of killer boots just makes it all that much better. But Toggo misses the boots and Greg knows he didn’t really mean to leave them for him. It’s going to be a rocky season!
Derby: WA Footy Fans on the Game's Greatest Rivalry
by David Whish-Wilson Sean Gorman‘The State is divided. It’s not life or death, it’s more important.’So says a poster on Dennis Cometti’s wall – and that’s what David Whish-Wilson and Sean Gorman found when they interviewed 40 fans of the West Coast Eagles and the Fremantle Dockers.The book features James Baker, Julie Bishop, Fedele Camarda, Maria Camporeale, Kevin Croon, Jesse Dart, Ron Elliott, Les Everett, Alison Fan, Glenis Freemantle, Maria Giglia, Mark Greenwood, Gaby Haddow, Julie Hoffman, Adrian Hoffman, Greig Johnston, Justin Langer, Deanne Lewis, Dennis Lillee, Lesley the Voodoo Lady, Luc Longley, Alsy Macdonald, Carla Mackesey, Ross McLean, Shaun McManus, Clive Mercer, Ian MacRae, Kia Mippy, Peter Mudie, Jeff Newman, Gillian O’Shaughnessy, Melissa Parke, Parsi, Janet Peters, John Prior, Matt Quinn aka Mr Q, Kim Scott, Glen Stasiuk, Bill Sutherland, Bevan Taylor, David Wirrpanda.