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Julie Samaras

Julie Samaras

5 affordable things to do in the heart of Canberra

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

Ahead of Elixir's performance at Tallagandra Hill Winery on Saturday 9 March, Katie Noonan discusses musical memories and journeys, and collaborating with national living treasure, Michael Leunig.

Getaway: Feathertop Winery Private Estate, a haven for all seasons

For a luxurious getaway par excellence, head to Feathertop Winery Private Estate, south of the border in Victoria’s glorious Alpine Valleys. Julie Samaras recently spent an indulgent weekend there, exploring this beautiful part of the world, as a guest of the Estate’s owner, award-winning agribusiness woman, Janelle Marsden.

Getaway: Beautiful Bowral in the NSW Southern Highlands

Veer off the Hume Highway just two hours northeast of Canberra to the charming town of Bowral in the beautiful NSW Southern Highlands.

Winter getaway: Fiji, where happiness is a way of life

CW editor Julie Samaras caught Fiji Airways’ debut direct flight from Canberra to Nadi, heralding the first regular service from Canberra International Airport since March 2020. Here are some highlights of her midwinter getaway to tropical Fiji, where happiness is a way of life.

From the editor: Mid-winter getaway to Fiji paradise

I love the beauty and contrasts of Canberra's four seasons. That said, I find a mid-winter seaside getaway to a balmy climate is a restorative balm for my body, mind and spirit. 

Handmade touches elevate five-star Deco Hotel experience to six

For those extra special touches that elevate a hotel stay into a truly memorable experience, you can’t go past the Handmade Hotel Room at Deco Hotel Canberra.

New gallery opening a new chapter for Scott Leggo

The move to a new gallery space in Kingston also reflects new modes of photography for renowned Australian landscape photographer and Canberra business man, Scott Leggo.

Free-Rain’s ‘Steel Magnolias’ delivers laughter through tears

Steel Magnolias - the latest offering at ACT Hub in Kingston - reaffirms Free-Rain Theatre’s reputation for presenting local productions of outstanding quality.

What’s on around Canberra in December 2022

See all the highlights of what’s on across Canberra throughout December 2022, with everything from charity Christmas lights and markets to exhibitions, live theatre, music and more.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 25-27 November

Here's a rundown of just some of the events and happenings on offer this late spring weekend 25-27 November in Canberra and beyond.

Lifeline Canberra Giving Tree offers hope this Christmas

Since launching in 2020 during the depths of the pandemic, Lifeline Canberra's Christmas Giving Tree has funded over 500 calls to Lifeline’s 13 11 14 crisis support line.
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