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Powderfinger reunites for first tour in 17 years across six Australian cities

Powderfinger will tour six Australian cities in September and October 2027, their first shows since breaking up in 2010.

Powderfinger has confirmed a major reunion tour for 2027, more than 17 years after the band last performed live. Bernard Fanning, Darren Middleton, Ian Haug, Jon Coghill and John Collins will play six Australian cities: Brisbane, Cairns, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne across September and October.

The band created seven studio albums and hits including "My Happiness", "These Days", "Sunsets" and "On My Mind" that became central to Australian culture. The band split in 2010.

Telstra Plus members get exclusive early access to pre-sale tickets starting October 14.

17 years
Years since last performance
September and October 2027
Tour months
Seven
Studio albums released

Why it mattersThe reunion of one of Australia's most beloved rock bands is a major event for fans who have waited nearly two decades for the chance to see them live again.

AustraliaAustralian music fans can now plan to see Powderfinger perform across the country after the band's 17-year absence from touring.

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