Iconic Australian band Powderfinger announce first tour in 17 years: news

Powderfinger Announce Historic Reunion Tour: Iconic Australian Rockers Return After 17 Years

Iconic Australian rock band Powderfinger have officially ended nearly two decades of live hiatus, announcing their first full-scale national tour in 17 years. The landmark 2027 reunion tour marks the five-piece outfit’s first live road run since their farewell Sunsets Tour wrapped up in late 2010.

Key Tour Highlights and Format

• Tour Timeline: Across September and October 2027.

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• Cities Included: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, and Cairns.

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• Show Count: An 18-date national schedule featuring weekend performances.

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• Unique Venue Concept: The band will perform under a massive, custom travelling stadium-sized big top pitched as a rock ’n’ roll circus experience.

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• Supporting Talent: An all-Australian roster of established and emerging artists will join the bill.

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The Long-Awaited Reunion

Frontman Bernard Fanning, alongside bandmates Ian Haug, Darren Middleton, John Collins, and Jon Coghill, confirmed the news following days of teaser billboards across Australia.

In a joint statement, the group expressed excitement about returning to the stage together:

“We are absolutely ecstatic to be coming together to play again. Over the years there have been tons of suggestions for us to go back on the road but, until now, it never felt quite right or lined up for all of us.”

The Brisbane legends noted that the tour aims to reconnect with lifelong listeners while introducing their classic catalogspanning anthems like “My Happiness”, “These Days”, and “(Baby I’ve Got You) On My Mind”to a generation of younger fans who have never seen them perform live.

Full ticketing schedules, presale dates, and special guest announcements are set to roll out across official channels over the coming weeks.