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New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

09.07.10

Hard time may be the only deterrent for young offenders Last weekend my heart sank as I watched the 60 minutes investigation into the horrific UK murder in 1993 of 2-year-old James Bulger.

New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

25.06.10

Sorry Is No Longer The Hardest Word 'Last week British Prime Minister David Cameron apologized in the house of commons for what he called the 'unjustified and unjustifiable' actions of British troops on Jan 30 1972 in Londonderry Ireland - a day better known now as Bloody Sunday.'

New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

11.06.10

My Problem With The NAPLAN Tests 'Where to send your child to school? With my two young sons approaching primary age and a multitude of themed kids' birthday parties to attend in the lead up, this is the most common topic of conversation amongst all the parents.'

New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

31.05.10

Phones-off Fridays 'Last Friday I did the unthinkable - I switched off my mobile phone. At first there was the separation anxiety, not unlike the cravings one feels when on a diet, that insatiable yearning for something you know you can't have. Then there was the involuntary impulse to reach into my pocket to check the phone for a text message, email or a missed call. Every look at the blank screen was disappointing.'

New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

17.05.10

Love Or Loathe The Budget Our Common Enemy Is Bills 'The Budget this week has me thinking about how no one likes their finances meddled with, especially given the prospect of more or increased bills. I'm no exception. When they arrive in my letter box I'm instantly in a bad mood. I know they're due but somewhere in the back of my mind I still hope that just once in my lifetime, the "systems" will go down and all the slates will be wiped clean.'

Damien Leith Extends His 'Keys & Strings' Tour With Four Additional New South Wales Shows!

17.05.10

Due to popular demand, Damien Leith will extend his Irish inspired 'Keys & Strings' tour with four additional August dates scheduled for the New South Wales region. Following sold out shows at Lizottes (Newcastle) and Brass Monkeys last month Damien will return to these venues for another great night of live music.

Damien Leith Announces Additional West Australian Dates For His National 'Keys & Strings' Tour & Adelaide Cabaret Festival Dates

12.05.10

Following the success of Damien Leith's national 'Keys & String' tour, four additional shows have been announced for Western Australian fans.

Damien's Mother's Day Tribute Is On YouTube!

07.05.10

Check out Damien's the finished Mother's Day tribute on YouTube Leave a comment and let him know what you think!

New Column Posted By Damien On 'The Punch'

30.04.10

Politics and religion: now OK to discuss at dinner (mostly) 'I had a chuckle recently when I read about the scandal ahead of Pope Benedict�??s September visit to the UK. A young civil servant, after a brainstorming session with a group of junior officers in the UK Foreign Office, sent an email outlining suggestions for the "Ideal Pope visit", such as opening an abortion clinic and launching a range of "Benedict" condoms. This sparked outrage and of course, an immediate apology.

Celebrate Mother's Day With Damien!

29.04.10

Hey Guys, I've got a great idea for a special Mother's Day photo tribute and I'd love for you all to be involved. If you would like to take part please post pictures of you and your mum, your family, and children sharing moments that are special to you. The images will be collated and cut to one of my tracks from Remember June forming a video collage of my extended family - my fans.