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News: Bon Jovi Announces Australian Stadium Dates

Bon Jovi, the GRAMMY Award-winning, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band and one of history’s most iconic live acts, announced their global Forever Tour will play Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on Thursday 4 March and Sydney’s Accor Stadium on Thursday 11 March, 2027.

News: ‘The Songs Of John Farnham’ Goes Live On The Big Screen, Only At Hoyts

More fans will now have the chance to be part of one of the most significant celebrations in Australian music history, with The Songs Of John Farnham: A Living Legend – The Celebration Concert broadcasting live into HOYTS cinemas nationwide on Sunday 20 September.

Interview: Country-Rock Powerhouse Jayne Denham

Country rock singer-songwriter, Jayne Denham is gearing up for the release of her seventh studio album. Working with legendary producer Marti Frederiksen and acclaimed songwriter Kylie Sackley across three sessions in Nashville, Denham says the forthcoming release is built on faith, redemption, resilience, and the belief that even life’s darkest seasons can lead to healing.

Three songs have been released so far: Hillbilly Halo – a loud, high-octane party anthem; Preacher’s Song – a cheeky song inspired by her first boyfriend; and Angel Of Mercy – born from hitting rock bottom during her marriage breakdown. The fourth track is about holding onto hope during tough times and trusting that better days are ahead. Written by Buck Johnson, James Dean Hicks and Charlie Midnight, Gotta Believe It is due for release September 4.

News: ‘La Ronde’ And The Return Of ‘Briefs: The Works’ Among First Shows Announced For Season Two Of Spiegel Haus Melbourne

After a triumphant inaugural season, Spiegel Haus Melbourne returns to the CBD from 23 September, unveiling its first programming for season two with highlights including Briefs: The Works and La Ronde plus family shows, jazz, burlesque and comedy events.

News: Vanessa Amorosi, Rob Farnham & Dannielle Gaha Join ‘The Farnham Celebration Concert Line Up’

Producers Tony Cochrane AM and Thea Jeanes-Cochrane of Cochrane Entertainment Collective, together with Paul Dainty AO of TEG Dainty, today announced three additional performers who will join the already star-studded line-up for The Songs Of John Farnham: A Living Legend – The Celebration Concert, the special event created to celebrate John Farnham’s extraordinary contribution to Australia and, in part, to raise funds and awareness for Head and Neck Cancer Australia.

Review: ‘SIX the Musical’ at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre (2026)

Playing at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre until October 4, Sydney’s Theatre Royal from October 9 to December and Brisbane’s Playhouse, QPAC from January 2-31, 2027.

More information and tickets via sixthemusical.com.au

News: Anthony Callea Announces ‘The Connection Tour’, Exclusive Series Of Dates Across Australia

Anthony Callea is one of Australia’s most celebrated and enduring voices, and this October and November returns to the stage for a live music experience unlike any other.

News: ‘The Songs Of John Farnham: A Living Legend The Celebration Concert’ Helping Raise Funds For Head And Neck Cancer Australia

Minister for Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos, together with producers Tony Cochrane AM and Thea Jeanes-Cochrane of Cochrane Entertainment Collective and Paul Dainty AO of TEG Dainty, announce a once-in-a-generation Melbourne only concert event – The Songs Of John Farnham: A Living Legend The Celebration Concert to take centre stage at Rod Laver Arena on Sunday 20thSeptember.

Global and Australian stars will lead an extraordinary lineup of 120 artists and musicians on stage for a powerful night of John Farnham’s music celebrating the extraordinary legacy of the icon — while helping to raise vital funds for Head and Neck Cancer Australia.

News: ‘The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams’ To Make Its Australian Premiere This September

Following sold-out performances across the UK, Ireland and Europe, the global concert sensation The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams makes its highly anticipated Australian premiere this September, with two exclusive performances at Hamer Hall on Sunday 6 September.