James Reyne, Simon Binks and David Reyne come together to celebrate the music of Australian Crawl. This is the first time in over 40 years that three original members will share the stage, joined by John Watson (Australian Crawl 83- 86), Brett Kingman, Josh Owen, Andrew McIvor, Sean Johnson, Melinda Jackson and Nicole Kurta. In a short career between 1978 and 1986 Australian Crawl delivered numerous chart hits and iconic songs that are woven into the fabric of Australia.
AUSTRALIAN CRAWL + MEN AT WORK
November 2026
Red Hot Summer Tour presents Australian Crawl, Men At Work + more
In response to the overwhelming demand and creating history, Australian Crawl announce two more massive outdoor shows at two superb locations.
Brisbane’s premier venue, Riverstage, will stage the show on Friday 20th November and Melbourne’s iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl will take place on Sunday 22nd November.
For the first time in 40 years, Australian Crawl will take to the stage, alongside the iconic Men At Work. They will be joined by an Aussie favourites Vika & Linda and Boom Crash Opera.
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Tickets on sale Thursday 10 September, 12pm
2026 tour dates
GENERAL ADMISSION STANDING
$169.90 plus fees
No BYO Chairs or picnic blankets
MEN AT WORK
Men At Work were born in Melbourne, Australia in the middle of 1979.
The band went on to become a globally successful Grammy winning, multi-platinum selling act, during the early 80’s. The original band however came apart relatively quickly and had disintegrated by 1985.
Colin Hay and Greg Ham responded to demand and toured many parts of the world as Men At Work from 1996 into the 2000’s. Sadly, Greg Ham passed away in 2012.
Founding member Colin Hay has developed a solo career over the last 35 years, writing, recording, and touring extensively throughout the world as a solo artist. He is presently part of Ringo Starr’s All Starr Band.
Since 2019, he has also toured and played under the Men At Work banner with his LA based group of musicians, where he plays an exclusively Men At Work set, including all the hits and dearly loved songs which clearly have stood the test of time.
VIKA & LINDA
Vika & Linda are two of Australia’s most celebrated and enduring voices. They have captivated Australian audiences with their powerful harmonies and magnetic stage presence. From their Tongan roots singing in church to global tours with The Black Sorrows, the sisters have released nine studio albums, topped charts, written an autobiography, and collaborated with legends like Paul Kelly and Kasey Chambers. Inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame and awarded the OAM for their service to music, Vika & Linda are revered for their genre-spanning versatility and soul-stirring performances. With enduring influence and boundless energy, they remain one of Australia’s most treasured and trailblazing vocal duos.
Their stunning new album, Where Do You Come From? is a record that marks the sisters’ emergence as powerful songwriters in their own right, it is the most personal and revealing body of work in their nearly four-decade career. After a lifetime of lending their voices to the stories of others, this record marks a moment of stepping forward, the sisters telling their own story in full; a widescreen work that spans identity, ancestry, motherhood, ageing, grief, joy, and the grounding presence of water.
BOOM CRASH OPERA
Originally formed in Melbourne in 1985, Boom Crash Opera got their start on Australia's pub rock circuit and quickly earned a reputation as a band to watch. Their 1986 debut single Great Wall helped establish their distinctive pop-rock sound and launched a string of hit singles, including Her Charity, Onion Skin and Talk About It.
Often compared to acts such as INXS, Icehouse and Tears For Fears, the band took a major step forward in 1989 with the release of their second album, These Here Are Crazy Times. Featuring Onion Skin, The Best Thing and what is arguably their signature song, Dancing Up A Storm, the album broadened their international profile and remains a landmark Australian rock release.
Following the release of three more albums throughout the 1990s, the group remained an active touring and festival favourite into the new millennium. In 2009, they revisited their catalogue with Dancing In The Storm, an acoustic collection of some of their most-loved songs. In 2025, the band unveiled their first new material in 28 years with the electrifying electro-glam-rock track Latest Hustle.
PLAYING TIMES
5:00pm ═ GATES
5:30pm - 5:55pm ═ BOOM CRASH OPERA
6:15pm - 6:40pm ═ VIKA & LINDA
7:10pm - 8:10pm ═ MEN AT WORK
8:40pm - 10:00pm ═ AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
*Artist line-up and playing times are subject to change
ABOUT THE VENUE
Located by the Brisbane River in the City Botanic Gardens, Riverstage is Brisbane’s iconic outdoor entertainment venue.
Riverstage is an outdoor amphitheatre. If rain or bad weather occurs, the show will proceed, unless deemed unsafe to do so. No refunds will be authorised unless the event is cancelled.
HOW TO GET THERE
Riverstage is located at 59 Gardens Point Road, Brisbane QLD
Click here for directions
Bordered by the Brisbane River, Botanical Gardens and Alice Street. Walking access is via Gardens Point Road, The Goodwill Bridge, or the Botanical Gardens.
Public Transport
We recommend you use public transport to travel to and from Riverstage. Please contact Translink on 131 230 to check routes and schedules of buses, trains, ferries and City Cat services, or visit their website at www.translink.com.au. Limited services may run on public holidays. The closest train station is at Southbank (we recommend patrons make use of the Goodwill Bridge which stretches from the Southbank precinct to the entrance to the Riverstage). Otherwise, Central Station is another option (but is about a 20-25 minute walk). The nearest City Cat terminal is at QUT and is only a short walk to the venue.
Parking
No parking is available on site. Patrons can use the various inner city pay-for parking stations. Limited metered parking along Alice Street. We recommend that you park at Southbank or one of the many CBD parking facilities.
PERMITTED ITEMS
You may bring:
- sealed unopened soft plastic water bottles up to 600 ml - lids will be removed (event dependent)
- empty soft plastic water bottles (up to 600 ml) with lids removed (event dependent) for filling at Riverstage's free water stations
- empty reusable water bottles (no glass)*
- a reusable cup
- small packet of lollies
- small prams/strollers (event dependent)**
- small rugs and blankets (event/capacity dependent)
- working guide dogs and assistance dogs.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
You can not bring:
- alcohol
- backpacks
- bags larger than A4 size
- cameras with detachable lens
- chairs or elevated seating
- domestic animals (excludes working guide dogs and other assistance dogs)
- eskies
- fireworks (of any kind) or flares
- full (or empty) beverage bottles, cans or containers of any kind (excludes soft water bottle)
- food
- glass
- iPads
- large flashlights and torches
- laser pointing devices
- large prams or strollers
- selfie sticks
- skateboards
- studded fashion items
- umbrellas
- video or audio recorders of any type
- wagon trolley
- weapons of any kind
- any other items considered to be harmful to others.
Council may add items to the prohibited list as required. All bags will be searched. A personal safety and security search is a condition of entry. Security wanding may occur at events. You can leave prohibited items at the cloakroom. Illegal items will be confiscated. Patrons must not stand on bins or fences. The venue is not responsible for any injuries caused or suffered by patrons standing on bins or fences. For more information on prohibited items, COVID-19 or event-specific conditions of entry, please visit www.brisbane.qld.gov.au
FOOD & DRINK
You can’t bring food and open drinks into Riverstage. If you’re hungry, there are various food and drink outlets to choose from.
If you have special dietary requirements, email Council.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
This event is All Ages.
- adults must accompany children 12 years and under
- adults are strongly recommended to accompany children between 13 and 15 years
- all patrons must hold a valid ticket regardless of age, unless specified.
FIRST AID
The first aid station/medical tent for all events is to the right of the stage. Look for the first aid sign or speak with security staff at the venue.
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Pick up & Drop Off
You can drop off patrons with accessibility needs or mobility concerns at the roundabout on Gardens Point Road. The closest car park is QUT next door. This road often becomes congested, so allow extra time.
Learn more about getting to Riverstage.
Entry
An accessible sign at the bottom of Gate 1 directs patrons to the entry. Speak with security if you need further assistance for entry.
Learn more about entry to this venue, including permitted and non-permitted items and entry conditions. There may be bag searches, personal safety and security checks and security wanding as part of the entry process.
Accessible Viewing Platform
Riverstage offers a limited accessible viewing platform at the top of the hill for patrons with accessibility needs. A wheelchair‑accessible portable toilet is located nearby.
This option may only appear during general onsale.
PASS OUTS
Pass outs (tickets that allow you to leave and re-enter later) will not be given.
ENTRY CONDITIONS
- Your bags will be searched.
- Personal safety and security checks will be conducted.
- Security wanding may occur.
- You can leave non-permitted items at the cloakroom.
- We will confiscate any illegal items.
- You must not stand on bins or fences.
- We do not allow camping in the City Botanic Gardens.
For more questions about entry conditions, email Council or phone 07 3403 7921 during business hours.
AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
James Reyne, Simon Binks and David Reyne come together to celebrate the music of Australian Crawl. This is the first time in over 40 years that three original members will share the stage, joined by John Watson (Australian Crawl 83- 86), Brett Kingman, Josh Owen, Andrew McIvor, Sean Johnson, Melinda Jackson and Nicole Kurta. In a short career between 1978 and 1986 Australian Crawl delivered numerous chart hits and iconic songs that are woven into the fabric of Australia.
MEN AT WORK
Men at Work were born in Melbourne, Australia, in mid-1979.
The band went on to become a globally successful Grammy-winning, multi-platinum-selling act during the early 80s. The original band, however, came apart relatively quickly and had disintegrated by 1985.
Colin Hay and Greg Ham responded to demand and toured many parts of the world as Men at Work from 1996 into the 2000s. Sadly, Greg Ham passed away in 2012.
Founding member Colin Hay has developed a solo career over the last 35 years, writing, recording, and touring extensively throughout the world as a solo artist. He is presently part of Ringo Starr’s All Starr Band.
Since 2019, he has also toured and played under the Men At Work banner with his LA-based group of musicians, where he plays an exclusively Men At Work set, including all the hits and dearly loved songs which clearly have stood the test of time.
VIKA & LINDA
Vika & Linda are the most loved vocal duo of their generation – admired and respected by fans and fellow artists, they’ve been singing together their entire lives. It all began in a church and from church to the charts Vika & Linda have enjoyed a remarkable musical journey.
After three classic albums with the Black Sorrows, Vika & Linda have released eight studio albums, two live albums and a chart-topping anthology. They have sung on number one albums by Paul Kelly, Kasey Chambers and John Farnham, done gigs for the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela and the King of Tonga, and released their first memoir “No Bull” in 2022, documenting their journey from suburban Melbourne to the top of the charts. They have been nominated for four ARIA Awards and have been each awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia.
BOOM CRASH OPERA
Originally formed in Melbourne in 1985, Boom Crash Opera got their start on Australia's pub rock circuit and quickly earned a reputation as a band to watch. Their 1986 debut single Great Wall helped establish their distinctive pop-rock sound and launched a string of hit singles, including Her Charity, Onion Skin and Talk About It.
Often compared to acts such as INXS, Icehouse and Tears For Fears, the band took a major step forward in 1989 with the release of their second album, These Here Are Crazy Times. Featuring Onion Skin, The Best Thing and what is arguably their signature song, Dancing Up A Storm, the album broadened their international profile and remains a landmark Australian rock release.
Following the release of three more albums throughout the 1990s, the group remained an active touring and festival favourite into the new millennium. In 2009, they revisited their catalogue with Dancing In The Storm, an acoustic collection of some of their most-loved songs. In 2025, the band unveiled their first new material in 28 years with the electrifying electro-glam-rock track Latest Hustle.
PLAYING TIMES
5:00pm ═ GATES
5:30pm - 6:00pm ═ BOOM CRASH OPERA
6:30pm - 7:00pm ═ VIKA & LINDA
7:30pm - 8:30pm ═ MEN AT WORK
9:00pm - 10:15pm ═ AUSTRALIAN CRAWL
*Artist line-up and playing times are subject to change
ABOUT THE VENUE
Sidney Myer Music Bowl has been part of Melbourne’s entertainment scene since 1959.
See your favourite band with the city skyline glistening in the background. Join the annual magic of Carols by Candlelight, or groove to the bests beats from international acts.
Grab one of our 2,000 seats, or join 11,000 of your closest friends sprawling on the lawn, and take in the best rock concerts, symphonic performances, theatrical extravaganzas and more.
HOW TO GET THERE
Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre located in the Kings Domain Gardens, Linlithgow Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3000. Get directions here.
All ticketholders are required to enter via Gate 1, located in front of the King George Monument.
Find out more information on getting to the venue
Find out more about accessible travel to, and around, Sidney Myer Music Bowl
ENTERING THE VENUE
Entering the venue
- Security check: You will be asked to show your ID and allow a search of bags or belongings. We recommend bags to be no bigger than A4 size to reduce queuing times.
- Ticket scanning: Proceed to the ticket scanning point. Switch back to your mobile ticket screen to be scanned by a staff member.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
What not to bring! Be a team player and leave these prohibited items at home.
- Alcohol (except for the MSO Free Concert Series)
- Animals (except registered assistance animals)
- Illicit substances
- Dangerous or inappropriate goods (e.g. weapons, fireworks)
- Professional cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, GoPros & iPads, laptops (personal camera phones will be permitted)
- Sharp knives
- Hard sided containers or eskies
- Glass
- Promotional material of any kind
- Large sun umbrellas
- Portable seating of any kind, tables, tents or sun shelters (unless stated otherwise)
Please note, prohibited items may be subject to change for certain events.
We recommend you read the pre-show email and check the Conditions of Entry for the event you plan on attending. Conditions of Entry will be made available on event pages close to performance dates.
FOOD & DRINK
Food trucks will be onsite. Bars will be open serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
There are free refillable water stations available. You are encouraged to bring your own reusable water bottle (no glass) to the event. Please ensure your water bottle is empty when entering the venue.
Sidney Myer Music Bowl is a cashless venue.
AGE RESTRICTIONS
Age restrictions to be added.
BOX OFFICE
Sidney Myer Music Bowl's box office is located outside the venue, to the right of the Gate 1 entrance. The box office will be attended by staff 1 hour prior to the gates opening.
CLOAK ROOM
Our cloak room facilities are available for all events. The cloak room is located outside the venue, to the right of the Gate 1 entrance.
WEATHER POLICY
We play rain, hail or shine. The Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre. If rain or bad weather occurs, the show will proceed, unless deemed unsafe to do so. If it’s looking a little rainy, don’t forget to bring a raincoat.
Umbrellas are allowed into the main lawn area but are required to be closed during the performance so as not to obstruct the view of those behind you. Ponchos are available at the venue.
SMOKE-FREE VENUE
Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted within the venue. If you wish to smoke please proceed to the designated smoking area on the side hills.
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Sidney Myer Music Bowl has wheelchair accessible seating (subject to availability) and assistive listening, and Companion Card tickets are available for all ticketed events.
To book wheelchair spaces, Companion Card tickets, or locations close to an interpreter (for relevant events), please contact Arts Centre Melbourne on 1300 182 183, or contact the relevant ticketing agent.
To book wheelchair accessible seating, Companion Card tickets, or seating close to an interpreter (for relevant events), please use Ticketek’s enquiries form.
You can also phone Ticketek's Accessible Seating booking line on 1300 665 915 between Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (AEST).
For further Accessibility Information, including getting to the venue, please CLICK HERE
WEATHER POLICY
The show goes on — rain, hail or shine. Sidney Myer Music Bowl is an outdoor amphitheatre, so come prepared. Ponchos are available for purchase at the venue.
Small compact umbrellas are permitted. Large golf-style umbrellas are not permitted, as they obstruct the sightlines of other patrons. Please be considerate of the people seated or standing behind you. If rain is forecast, we’ll include guidance in your pre-show communication.
PASS OUTS
No. Due to safety restrictions, we are unable to issue pass outs. Once you leave the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.