Julie Samaras

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Leadership challengers join forces to rebuild Liberals

1 month ago | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

Contenders for Liberal Party leadership positions have joined forces with the promise of fighting to rebuild and “come back strong” after the devastating election loss. Northern Territory senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price has formally announced she will be running as deputy Liberal leader after jumping ship from the Nationals. She has joined forces with Liberal leadership challenger Angus Taylor, promising to build back stronger after the coalition’s thumping loss at the May 3 polls.
Lolesio's spinal injury sours Brumbies' Super win over Force

1 month ago | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

A spinal injury to Wallabies flyhalf Noah Lolesio has overshadowed the ACT Brumbies’ surge to an all-important Super Rugby Pacific home playoff. Lolesio was stretchered off wearing a neck brace, and in apparent extreme pain, midway through the first half of his Brumbies’ 33-14 derby win over the Western Force in Perth.
Higgins' alleged rape an 'appalling act': Payne

Aug 20, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

Brittany Higgins’ alleged rape in parliament was a devastating, incomprehensible and appalling act, former foreign affairs minister Marise Payne has told a defamation trial. Senator Linda Reynolds is suing her former staffer Ms Higgins, claiming her reputation was damaged by a series of social media posts containing mistruths -including that she mishandled the response to the rape allegation.
In blue velvet and to The Sound of White, Missy Higgins makes us laugh and cry

Aug 7, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

While fans were disappointed when Missy Higgins postponed the Canberra leg of ‘The Second Act Tour 2024’ due to ill-health earlier this year, turns out it was well worth the wait. Australia’s indie-pop sweetheart took the sold-out crowd at Canberra Theatre last night (7 August) on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, making us laugh with her hilarious, self-deprecating banter and feel all the feels thanks to her mostly autobiographical song-writing genius.
Canberra Balloon Spectacular to separate from Enlighten in 2025

Jul 13, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

In 2025, the Canberra Balloon Spectacular will take place from 15 to 23 March, separating it from the Enlighten Festival, which runs from 28 February to 10 March. This move increases the chance for near perfect balloon flying conditions and is supported by the flight crew and pilots who attend. Additionally, the Canberra Balloon Spectacular will move back at its original home, the John Dunmore Lang Lawns, East, West, and North Lawns.
Canberra Symphony Orchestra's 'Messiah' a triumph

Jun 21, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

Canberra crowds are notoriously tough critics, so it was no small feat for the Canberra Symphony Orchestra to elicit a well-deserved standing ovation from the majority at last night’s special presentation of Handel’s Messiah. After near sell-out concerts two years ago, the CSO decided to reprise their performance of this uplifting masterwork, which they present at Llewellyn Hall on Friday 21 and Saturday 22 June.
5 affordable things to do in the heart of Canberra

Mar 17, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

As the national capital, Canberra tends to punch above its weight when it comes to galleries and iconic institutions for visitors and locals to explore. And as the bush capital, our fair city also offers heaps of natural beauty for us to enjoy close to where we live, work or play. With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to bite, we’ve rounded up five ideas for things to do and places to go in the heart of Canberra that will cost you nothing or next to nothing.
Take 5 with Katie Noonan, performing with Elixir at Gundaroo

Mar 3, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

ARIA award winning jazz trio, Elixir, comprises Australian music treasure, Katie Noonan, alongside her husband Zac Hurren on piano and soprano sax, and Benjamin Hauptmann on acoustic guitars. Ahead of the talented trio’s performance at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo on Saturday 9 March, we caught up with Katie Noonan to talk musical memories and journeys, and collaborating with national living treasure, Michael Leunig. What’s your earliest memory of being musical?
This year's National Folk Festival to be more inclusive than ever

Feb 20, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

Folk has always been inclusive, says National Folk Festival managing director, Heidi Pritchard, and this year’s festival is set to be the most inclusive yet, with an array of First Nations and LGBTQI+ performers, plus improved accessibility onsite. Speaking at the festival’s media launch this morning, Ms Pritchard said “Canberra’s cultural gem” is set to dazzle at Exhibition Park for its 56th year on the Easter long weekend.
Who wore what on the 2024 Primetime Emmys red carpet

Jan 15, 2024 | canberradaily.com.au | Julie Samaras

Look at who wore what on the red carpet at the 2024 Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Monday (local time). Among the hottest trends are ensembles in shades of green plus lots of white.