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'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

A mid-show interruption caused a brief but memorable exchange between Bernard Fanning and a heckler at his tour opener in Sydney. 

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

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'You Can Get F*cked': Bernard Fanning Bites Back at Heckler at Sydney Show

A mid-show interruption caused a brief but memorable exchange between Bernard Fanning and a heckler at his tour opener in Sydney. 

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song 'Gimme Shelter' in the upcoming Melania documentary.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

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The Rolling Stones Deny Involvement in Licensing of ‘Gimme Shelter’ for 'Melania' Documentary

The Rolling Stones have denied approving the use of their song 'Gimme Shelter' in the upcoming Melania documentary.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 27, 2026
ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole - whose final show is this weekend.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

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ABC Names New 'Saturday Night Country' Host Following Beccy Cole Department

ABC Country has revealed the new host of Saturday Night Country, following the departure of Beccy Cole - whose final show is this weekend.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

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Melbourne's Marvel Stadium Welcomes Ed Sheeran With New Mural

After being named honorary co-Mayor of Ipswich earlier this week, Ed Sheeran has now received another Australian tribute.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 26, 2026
Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post

Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post

Cherry Bar's owner James Young has 'stepped away' from the company after a social media post was denounced by his business partners.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post

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Cherry Bar Owner Steps Away Following Anti-Protest Post

Cherry Bar's owner James Young has 'stepped away' from the company after a social media post was denounced by his business partners.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades

Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades

Iconic Sunshine Coast venue Solbar has announced it is closing its doors permanently this weekend after 20 years of business.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades

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Queensland's Solbar Announces Permanent Closure After Two Decades

Iconic Sunshine Coast venue Solbar has announced it is closing its doors permanently this weekend after 20 years of business.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub

Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub

The owner of the iconic Melbourne nightclub Revolver, Camillo Ippoliti, has filed civil proceedings against his bookkeeper.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub

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Revolver Bookkeeper Accused of Misappropriating Nearly $4.5 Million from Nightclub

The owner of the iconic Melbourne nightclub Revolver, Camillo Ippoliti, has filed civil proceedings against his bookkeeper.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title

Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title

Ahead of three sold-out Brisbane stadium shows, Ed Sheeran visited the nearby Ipswich, where he was named an honorary co-Mayor.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title

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Ed Sheeran Makes Surprise Ipswich Visit, Receives Honorary Co-Mayor Title

Ahead of three sold-out Brisbane stadium shows, Ed Sheeran visited the nearby Ipswich, where he was named an honorary co-Mayor.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager

Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager

Tradable Bits, a fan engagement and data company, has hired a new General Manager for the Asia-Pacific region.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager

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Fan Engagement Platform Tradable Bits Welcomes New APAC General Manager

Tradable Bits, a fan engagement and data company, has hired a new General Manager for the Asia-Pacific region.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 25, 2026
Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient

Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient

The recipient of the 2026 AAM Awards Legacy Award, which honours an individual's contributions to Australian music, has been named.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient

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Association of Artist Managers Names 2026 Legacy Award Recipient

The recipient of the 2026 AAM Awards Legacy Award, which honours an individual's contributions to Australian music, has been named.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries

Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries

Documentaries about Tina Arena and Amy Taylor are among a collective receiving a combined $5.6 million from Screen Australia.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries

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Screen Australia Backs Tina Arena, Amy Taylor Documentaries

Documentaries about Tina Arena and Amy Taylor are among a collective receiving a combined $5.6 million from Screen Australia.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback

Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback

Groovin the Moo has unveiled the lineup for its special one-off 2026 event, marking the festival’s return after a two-year hiatus.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback

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Groovin the Moo Announces Lineup for 2026 Comeback

Groovin the Moo has unveiled the lineup for its special one-off 2026 event, marking the festival’s return after a two-year hiatus.

By Lauren McNamara - Feb 24, 2026
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