Shane will be performing three intimate concerts in Lutruwita this winter, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the High Court decision to save the Franklin River. Shane will be sharing songs and stories from across his long journey as a musician.

Shane will be performing three intimate concerts in Lutruwita this winter, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of the High Court decision to save the Franklin River. Shane will be sharing songs and stories from across his long journey as a musician.

Steeped in folk music tradition, Gulgong Folk festival has provided music, poetry trad sessions, busking, concerts at the Prince of Wales Opera House, dancing and pure folk fun for over 35 years. We welcome you to join us for the weekend from Friday January 6 to Sunday January 8 2023.

Two memorable nights in one of the best locations on earth to view the night sky at Central Australia’s Earth Sanctuary. Experience a laser night sky show, and examine the Galaxy through powerful telescopes. Featuring: Thursday 15 September the magnificent Shane Howard of Goanna in Concert, the Central Australian Aboriginal Women’s Choir, The Arafura Collective, and the Climate Caravan Choirs! Friday 16 September, Tour de force Melbourne Choir, ‘So Here We Are’ and a musical extravaganza presented by Festival singers and musicians. Gates open from 6pm, with Musical performances starting at 7pm. Telescope viewing available from 7:15pm.

The Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash, Australia’s newest outback music festival is brought to you by the producers of the iconic Birdsville Big Red Bash. Set on the stunning red dirt of the Mundi Mundi Plains with the beautiful Barrier Ranges as a backdrop, the Broken Hill Mundi Mundi Bash is set to bring the New South Wales outback alive!

Goanna are delighted to be invited to appear as special guests with the mighty Midnight Oil for their final lap around the country. Licensed All Ages. Presented by Mix 92.7


Goanna are delighted to be invited to appear as special guests with the mighty Midnight Oil for their final lap around the country. Licensed All Ages. Licensed All Ages. Presented by Triple M

A celebration of Spirit of Place, 40 years on. In 1982, ‘the Goanna Band’ flashed across the sky in an era of Australian self-confidence. Their debut album rocked the nation, stoked a fire for Indigenous rights and left a lasting legacy. Razor’s Edge, Let The Franklin Flow, Solid Rock - the entire Spirit of Place album - helped forge a new Australian identity. Shane Howard, Marcia Howard and Rose Bygrave are reliving those treasures and embracing their wandering spirit again as they embark on a year of celebrating their iconic album.

Goanna are delighted to be invited to appear as special guests with the mighty Midnight Oil for their final lap around the country. Licensed All Ages. Presented by Triple M, Bay 93.9 + Geelong Advertiser

Join 'Shane Howard with The Gordon Franklin Wilderness Ensemble' and the mighty Deans Marsh local community, for this 'one-of' special community concert featuring local guests, Mountain Grey & OMM Rock Choir. Bring a rug and/or some chairs and enjoy a unique afternoon of memorable music. Beer, Wine, Baked spuds & tea/coffee available. NO BYO ALCOHOL ALLOWED. BE WASTE WISE - BYO WATER BOTTLE.
We are committed to a COVID safe event. All patrons aged 12 yrs & over must be fully vaccinated or hold a medical exemption. Proof of vaccination required for entry.

Join Shane and acclaimed accompanist, Richard Tankard, for a unique evening of story and song that celebrates his ancestral connections and honours Eureka’s legacy, on the 167th anniversary of the Eureka Stockade.

What are the songs that define us? What do songs about Tasmania say about us? What are the stories we tell through song? This year’s Festival of Voices sees the beginning of a special project where we’ll amplify the legacy of Tasmanian songs and songwriters that are a part of our cultural soundscape and history. Musical Director, Scott Targett, has assembled a stellar line-up of performers to celebrate our ever-evolving Tasmanian songbook. You will hear both familiar and forgotten songs that were part of our lives spanning over five decades, as well as more recent work from our rising stars.

The 2021 Warrnambool Storytelling Festival will bring together some of the south-west’s most talented storytellers, teachers and entertainers to tell captivating, thought-provoking and meaningful stories reflecting our rich, diverse community. These stories help shine light in dark corners and unite communities. Come to the Launch and find out about the great line up of events for the first incarnation of the festival, learn about storytelling, see a few snippets. Following the formal launch, local singer & writer Shane Howard will perform and take you on a journey of music & storytelling to kick off the festival.This inaugural festival runs from 19th June to 4th July and will include a range of events across Warrnambool.

A very special Sunday Session featuring Bart Willoughby and Shane Howard. Howard and Willoughby have performed, written, composed and recorded together for nearly 40 years. This very special ‘one-of’ concert brings together these two iconic Australian songwriters and ‘musical brothers’ who have walked the long musical road - side by side. Doors 5.00pm. Music from 6.00pm

COBARGO UNITES! a one day bushfire benefit concert for the community of Cobargo and district on Sunday 3 May from 10 am at the Cobargo Showground. Bring a chair, your woollen blanket and a smile!.

Shane Howard returns to Canberra with a special live performance as 'The Shane Howard Trio' at Smiths Alternative

Shane Howard is a prolific Australian songwriter, admired and respected for his integrity and commitment to music. His songs champion the cause of the common man, the environment and the injustices endured by Australia’s Aboriginal people.

The 2020 Festival will exemplify the great folk/roots traditions of many cultures, regions, communities and countries – from Ireland to Port Fairy, Johannesburg to New Orleans, Prince Edward Island to Northcote, Celtic to Bluegrass, Indigenous to Latin and glorious folk fusions. 2020 will once again be a splendid mix of brilliant music, great conversations, workshops, collaborations and surprises.

For tens of thousands of years the Pyipgil Gunditj clan has gathered in ceremony on this country. For the past 43 years the Port Fairy Folk Festival has been celebrated each year in the land of the Pyipgil Gundji clans, in Peek Whurrong country.

The Port Fairy Folk Festival pays their respects to elders past, present and emerging and acknowledges that the land we gather on each year for the Festival is the traditional lands of the Peek Whurrong people.