In response to the overwhelming demand and creating history, Australian Crawl announce two more massive outdoor shows at two superb locations.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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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 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 to be added.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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