Easing back from football journalism after more than 3,000 games; easing into golf; NUJ life member; PPL with urge to fly again; older I get, further left I go.
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A room full of buildings
Phoenix Central Park (2020) sketch. A model, one of many made of balsa and partly painted, is a small part of a vast scape that forms the wall surface of DBJ’s studio. Its genesis is not a sketch on paper, but forms developed in a sort of “baby CAD” program: a precocious cartoon, a carved solid constantly rotated, its spatial consequences developing as it twirls on the screen, free of circumstance.
Melbourne Design School By John Wardle & NADAA
This has to be one of the best places for any architects, planners, ecologists and landscape architects to learn and teach their arts. Melbourne Design school in the University of Melbourne has long been lacking an ideal space to learn and teach architecture and planning but their latest project is a monument in its own right and for the next breeds of these professions.
Mystery Train Thursday 19 January 2023
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Beauty is in the Back Story: Diversity, Complexity and Collaborative Making in the Australian Condition
Curator and author Fleur Watson and Martyn Hook, Dean of the School of Architecture and Urban Design at RMIT University in Melbourne, talk to John Wardle, principal of John Wardle Architects. Wardle explains that his conception of beauty is in understanding where an object has been made, by whom, when and why. His practice therefore works very closely with craftsmen, even in these technology‐enhanced, post‐digital times.
Boneo Country House
The Boneo Country house is located atop sloping farmland with expansive views stretching out over Bass Strait and beyond. An existing house on the property has been completely reimagined as part of a larger schema for the site. A new timber screen acts like a hedge to define a protected courtyard space - a cultivated garden within the broader rolling hills of the Mornington Peninsula landscape.
Middlesbrough eye return to Premier League after Millwall lose ground
Goals from Britt Assombalonga and Jonny Howson secured a victory on Saturday night that means Middlesbrough can start to prepare for the Championship play-offs and continue to dream of an instant return to the Premier League. Millwall, meanwhile, know only an unlikely sequence of results in the final round of fixtures on Sunday will earn them a top-six finish. They must beat Aston Villa at home and hope Preston and Derby lose, but Derby’s goal difference is still likely to give them the edge.
Newcastle Falcons survive another spirited comeback by Sale to climb into third in race for play-offs
Newcastle Falcons moved into the top three in the Premiership after surviving another spirited comeback by Sale Sharks in the battle between the two northern clubs chasing a place in the play-offs. With less than two minutes remaining, the Falcons' forward power enabled replacement Rob Vickers to burrow over and seal victory in a remarkable, fluctuating match.
Mourinho refuses to slam Smalling over costly dive | IOL Sport
MANCHESTER - Jose Mourinho has refused to criticise Chris Smalling for a dive which led to the decisive goal in Manchester United's shock 1-0 defeat at Newcastle. Mourinho was scathing about United's defending as Matt Ritchie scored from the 65th minute free-kick awarded after Smalling threw himself to the ground before he was tackled by Jonjo Shelvey.
Mourinho refuses to slam Smalling over costly dive
Jose Mourinho has refused to criticise Chris Smalling for a dive which led to the decisive goal in Manchester United's shock 1-0 defeat at Newcastle. Mourinho was scathing about United's defending as Matt Ritchie scored from the 65th minute free-kick awarded after Smalling threw himself to the ground before he was tackled by Jonjo Shelvey.
Football: Ritchie strikes to stun lacklustre United
Jose Mourinho is still waiting to win a Premier League game at Newcastle after Matt Ritchie's goal sentenced Manchester United to a shock 1-0 defeat on Sunday. This was Mourinho's seventh attempt to steer a team to victory on Tyneside and the United manager was destined for more misery at St James' Park thanks Ritchie's second-half goal. Adding to Mourinho's frustration, the goal stemmed from a free-kick awarded for a needless dive by United defender Chris Smalling.
Wardle announces run for state representative for 193rd district (letter)
As a teacher, firefighter, mentor and leader, I have dedicated my life to helping other people. In officially announcing my candidacy for State Representative of the 193rd District, I wants to continue that dedication to others in Harrisburg. I am a conservative Republican committed to common sense in state government and accountability to the people. I care about you, and in Harrisburg I will work to ensure you have a government that cares about you too.
Football: Ritchie strikes to stun lacklustre United
This was Mourinho’s seventh attempt to steer a team to victory on Tyneside and the United manager was destined for more misery at St James’ Park thanks Ritchie’s second-half goal. Adding to Mourinho’s frustration, the goal stemmed from a free-kick awarded for a needless dive by United defender Chris Smalling. But Mourinho could have no complaints about second placed United’s second defeat in their last three league games.
Manchester United vs Manchester City player ratings: Who starred and who flopped in Old Trafford derby duel?
The teams head out onto the pitch ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby - AP David De Gea The goalkeeper who was sensational against Arsenal enjoyed a far quieter day, despite Manchester City’s possession. Still had to make a handful of good saves. 6/10 Antonio Valencia Defended tidily against Sane, although his chances of making an impact further up the pitch were restricted by United’s failure to keep the ball.
England U21 3 Scotland U21 1: Josh Onomah wondergoal sets hosts on way to comfortable win
If only it was this easy for England’s senior team to achieve a victory. Late goals were not required last night as Aidy Boothroyd’s under-21’s outclassed Scotland in a European Championship qualifier at Middlesbrough. Josh Onomah, Tammy Abraham and Dominic Solanke scored England’s goals and there should have been more against a Scotland side that replied through Chris Cadden in a rare attack.
Klopp laments ‘unfair’ football after Newcastle draw
NEWCASTLE, United Kingdom: Jurgen Klopp assessed Liverpool’s latest failure to win a Premier League game after a 1-1 draw at Newcastle United by saying: “Football is not fair.” Liverpool’s German manager found it difficult to accept that the visitors emerged with only a point thanks to a spectacular long-range goal from Philippe Coutinho after enjoying twice as much possession as Rafael Benitez’s Newcastle at St. James’ Park on Sunday.
Newcastle frustrate Liverpool despite Coutinho strike
On a day when victory would have lifted them above reigning champions Chelsea and into the top four in the Premier League, Liverpool struggled yet again to turn their superiority into goals. Klopp’s team enjoyed twice as much possession as Newcastle, but wasted several opportunities and had to rely on Coutinho’s stunning 30-yard goal for their point at St James’ Park.
Pochettino eyes end to Tottenham transfer drought | IOL Sport
LONDON - Mauricio Pochettino insists Tottenham Hotspur's 2-0 victory at Newcastle United in their Premier League opener has not altered his desire to finally strengthen his squad before the transfer deadline. Pochettino remains aware Tottenham lack the depth and quality to compete in four competitions this season after failing to make a single close-season signing while their rivals all spent big money on new recruits.
Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City face an anxious wait to see if Sergio Aguero will miss rest of the season
Sergio Aguero hobbled off before the end of the draw at Middlesbrough: Getty Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City face an anxious wait to find out if Sergio Aguero will miss the rest of the season or not. City’s top scorer was on the scoresheet once again in the 2-2 draw with Middlesbrough but was forced off before the end with what appeared to be a groin injury. And Guardiola admits he doesn’t yet know the extent of the Argentine’s injury. ”We will see tomorrow.
Sunderland relegated after Josh King's late Bournemouth strike sinks David Moyes' side
Sunderland hung on until the 88th minute, but Josh King’s goal finally confirmed the end of their 10-year stay in the Premier League. It was a goal that immediately brought chants of “we want Moyes out” from fans who have suffered a nightmare season when relegation has always looked on the cards. The end came on a day when Sunderland produced one of their better performances and created several chances, but failed to take them and paid the price when King turned in Ryan Fraser’s cross.
Middlesbrough earn first win of 2017 as Sunderland are left on the brink
Boro still have a fighting chance of staying up: Getty Marten de Roon’s goal earned Middlesbrough their first win of 2017 and left Sunderland on the brink of relegation from the Premier League. “We’re going down with the Boro,” chanted Sunderland supporters, who have accepted their fate after picking up just two points from their last nine games.
PREMIER LEAGUE: Sanchez, Ozil strike to end Arsenal away woes | ABS-CBN News
MIDDLESBROUGH -- Goals from Alexis Sanchez and Mesut Ozil ended Arsenal's run of four successive away defeats with a scratchy 2-1 victory over struggling Middlesbrough in their Premier League clash on Monday. The Gunners' performance was far from convincing but will still bring some relief to their beleaguered manager Arsene Wenger.
Jesus saves point for Man City at Boro
City twice had to come from behind against a Boro side who could be demoted to the second-tier after the next round of Premier League fixtures. But the way the northeast club rattled Pep Guardiola’s men showed they were not prepared to give up their top-flight status without a fight.
Fabregas fires Chelsea six points clear | IOL
While they controlled much of the match, Chelsea struggled to create clear-cut chances and required two superb saves from goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois to prevent bottom club Sunderland from equalising. It meant Chelsea could never relax before extending their winning run to 10 league games, but this was also evidence Conte has created a team that know how to win when not at their best.
Encouragement for McClaren in Newcastle draw
Newcastle (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Former England manager Steve McClaren was unable to mark his Premier League return with a victory as Newcastle United drew 2-2 at home to Southampton on Sunday. But there was still much to encourage McClaren in the way his new team produced a performance that was in vivid contrast to the dismal displays that so alienated their supporters last season.
Liverpool manager clings to Premiership top four hopes despite defeat
Kingston upon Hull (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is refusing to write off their chances of finishing in the top four of the Premier League after their 1-0 defeat at Hull City. However, it is significant that he is already planning how to strengthen his team ahead of next season.
Dawson damages Liverpool's Europe dream
Kingston upon Hull (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Michael Dawson, the Hull City captain, scored a goal that secured a 1-0 home win over Liverpool and had a significant impact on both ends of the Premier League table on Tuesday. This was Liverpool's game in hand over Manchester United and their failure to win it leaves Brendan Rodgers's team seven points adrift of the Old Trafford club with an inferior goal difference.
Pardew bids to avoid unwanted record for derby defeats
Newcastle (United Kingdom) (AFP) - Newcastle manager Alan Pardew has set his sights on avoiding an unwanted record in the Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland on Sunday. Pardew's side have been beaten by hated local rivals Sunderland in each of their last three meetings and no Newcastle boss has ever lost four derbies in a row.
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