Making AFL Great Again 04.06.2026

This collection of anecdotes shares humorous observations and personal stories, ranging from cultural differences in laundry practices to unexpected encounters at Australian Football League (AFL) matches. Sue Lugsdin recounts a friend's fascination with "water girls" at a Swans game and the American custom of using dryers, contrasting it with Australian habits. John Orr humorously describes being hit by bird droppings at an AFL game, leading to a jest about being a Richmond supporter. Terry Cook recalls a prank involving moving a wooden aircraft in 1962, while Ann Smith shares a similar story about relocating a teacher's car in 1969, along with a provocative banner. Elizabeth Savage reminisces about a primitive clothes dryer from the 1960s used for cloth nappies, highlighting past domestic challenges.

















