Martin Flanagan

Martin Flanagan

Martin Flanagan is a journalist and author who writes on sport, Australian culture and the relationship between indigenous and non-indigenous Australia.

Culture not simply a word

Martin Flanagan There's a lot of things in the world to get upset about, to take brave stands for and against.

Swan nest's star hatchlings

Adam Goodes.

Martin Flanagan Three years ago, I sat on Bondi beach with the Sydney player known simply as LRT.

Bombers away as Hird's men hit afterburners

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Martin Flanagan Essendon is switched on and dangerous under the guidance of James Hird.

Tigers of 2012 are always ones to watch

Martin Flanagan There's no shortage of Jack Dyer's immortal ''good ordinary players'' at today's Richmond.

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A history lesson in a tough game

Martin Flanagan There was no snow on the mountain but a cold wind was blasting in from the west.