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BYRON

BRUNS DOES BURLESQUE, BRUNSWICK PICTURE HOUSE

January 16, 17 and 18

With the ongoing success of its signature show, the Cheeky Cabaret, it was inevitable that the team behind the Brunswick Picture House would put together its own all-burlesque show. The sexy, sassy and innovative features some of Australia’s hottest burlesque and boylesque artists.

For tickets, visit brunswickpicturehouse.com

RIVAL CONSOLES, BYRON THEATRE

January 23

London-based producer Ryan Lee West, aka Rival Consoles, is renowned for making synthesisers sound organically human, blending ambient textures with his unique take on techno. His live show is an immersive audio-visual experience featuring new material from Landscape from Memory alongside selections from his 18-year career.

For tickets, visit byroncentre.com.au/theatre-events/rival-consoles

TEARDROPS ON MY DILDO – FULLY CHARGED, MULLUMBIMBY EX-SERVICES CLUB

January 24

Vanessa Larry Mitchell is back with her all-new, side-splitting comedy hour. Expect the same unfiltered chaos, jaw-dropping confessions and outrageous storytelling that made her internationally tour debut a cult hit — complete with moments so wild they could leave a priest speechless.

For tickets, visit mullumexservices.com.au

TWEED

SOUL’D, CLUB TWEED

January 23

This 10-piece band brings the retro sounds of soul, funk, swing, Motown and RnB to the dance floor with horns, vocals, and a driving rhythm section. They perform classics from legends like James Brown, Stevie Wonder and The Blues Brothers.

For more information, visit clubtweed.com.au/entertainment

BERST, TWIN TOWNS

January 23

Get ready to boogie to this rock‘n’roll and cover band that has been entertaining crowds for more than a decade at some of the region’s most popular venues when they hit the stage at Twin Towns at Tweed Heads for their latest live show.

For more information, visit twintowns.com.au/whats-on

HOTTEST 100 WEEKEND, THE IMPY

January 24-25

Celebrate Hottest 100 Weekend at The Imperial Hotel with Triple J’s 2025 countdown on Saturday and a 2005 00s throwback on Sunday, complete with cold drinks, good food, and nonstop hits. Stick around for live music from Ally Palmer on Saturday evening and Hayley Grace on Sunday afternoon, with free entry all weekend.

For more information, visit impy.com.au/events

BALLINA

ISSI DYE MORNING MELODIES, BALLINA RSL

January 23

Step into the golden age of entertainment with beloved stage and TV veteran Issi Dye as he brings the timeless hits of Dean Martin and Bobby Darin to life with warmth, humour and personal stories. Fully costumed in 1950s and ‘60s glamour, this joyful cabaret-style show promises laughter, audience interaction and a nostalgic celebration of classic music.

For tickets, visit ballinarsl.com.au/event/issi-dye-morning-melodies

BARNES STORM, SHAWS BAY HOTEL

January 24

Jimmy Barnes and Cold Chisel fans, this is one for you! Barnes Storm is performing the ultimate tribute experience show live in the beer garden from 6.30pm. Grab some mates, book a table and get ready to bop along to classics like Working Class Man, Khe Sanh and Flame Trees.

For more information, visit shawsbayhotel.com.au/whats-on/barnes-storm

LUCID SAFARI, AUSTRALIAN HOTEL

January 23

Lucid Safari bring dreamy, surf–rock sunsets to the stage, blending psych, reggae, indie–rock, and shimmering guitars into a melodic, nostalgic sound. With soulful vocals and warm grooves, their shows effortlessly get crowds nodding, swaying and lost in coastal–dream vibes.

For more information, visit australianhotelballina.com.au

LISMORE

HACHIKU 2026 AUSTRALIA TOUR, BLAH BAR

January 24

Hachiku (also known as Anika Ostendorf) is coming to Lismore on her 2026 Australia tour, performing shimmering indie rock and alt-pop from her new album The Joys of Being Pure at Heart, with local support from Nazare and Lucy’s House. Celebrated for her vulnerable songwriting and captivating live shows, Hachiku has toured with Courtney Barnett, The Breeders, José González and Snail Mail.

For tickets, visit events.humanitix.com/messy-fuzz-x-sinergy-presents-hachiku-2026-au-tour-or-blah-bar-lismore

CACAO CEREMONY AND SOUND JOURNEY MEDITATION, APOLLO HALL

January 25

Join a monthly cacao ceremony in Lismore with intuitive healer Lisa Camilleri, where you can slow down, open your heart and reconnect with your soul. Each session features grounding meditation, intention setting, and space to relax, reflect and receive nourishing energy alignment.

For more information, visit visitlismore.com.au/operator/cacao-ceremony-sound-journey-meditation-lismore/

LIVE MUSIC IN THE QUAD, LISMORE QUADRANGLE

January 24

The Echo Locator live music series wraps up with the Summer ‘Yowie Edition’ at Lismore Quad, featuring regional folk and cosmic country acts Family Jordan, JB Paterson and Mylee Grace. Alongside the music, explore the legend of the Yowie with cryptozoologist Gary Opit and Yowie-inspired art by Fiona Fraser.

For more information, visit visitlismore.com.au/operator/live-music-in-the-quad-summer-yowie-edition