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West Australian
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Ed Sheeran: Global English pop star teases return to Australia for ‘Start of 2026' in casual TikTok comment
English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has casually confirmed that his much-anticipated return to Australia will take place in early 2026, three years on from his last run of stadium shows. In May, the globetrotting 34-year-old launched The Mathematics Tour in Europe, and has been leaving traces of his travel antics on TikTok as fans beg for the star to appear in their location. Dropping his most recent adventures in Madrid to the platform, the Lego House hitmaker responded to one particular comment regarding his plans to return Down Under. 'How does coming back to Australia soon sound to you?' the fan asked. Nonchalantly, Sheeran responded, 'Start of 2026'. PerthNow reached out to the star's management, who preferred not to double-down on the announcement but hinted at potential news later in the year. 'We aren't in the habit of pre-announcing announcements — but there will be news on our plans for 26 later this summer,' a representative for Sheeran said. Remarkably, the four-time Grammy winner's most recent Australian campaign in 2023 featured an earlier version of The Mathematics Tour — which launched globally in Dublin in April 2022. The former busker's singular Perth gig at Optus Stadium became the highest ticketed event in WA's history, with more than 70,000 fans flooding the precinct to hear his signature sound. Written as '+–=÷×', the same name was given to a compilation album Sheeran released in September 2024, and follows a theme of mathematical numbers and figures from previous works. On social media, the star has been met with encouragement from Aussies as they anticipate his next venture to their country. Pleas of 'Can't wait to see you in Australia' and 'We miss you' are a common theme. Sheeran's next album — titled Play — is set for release on September 12, which would likely usher in a new tour campaign and chapter in the star's 15-year professional career. Releasing tracks Azizam and Old Phone in recent months, the project marks the father of two's eighth studio album. With iconic songs Shape of You, Perfect, and Photograph all boasting in excess of two billion streams respectively on Spotify, Sheeran is the platform's third-most followed global artist with 90 million monthly listeners. The singer has collaborated with the likes of Adele, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift and Beyonce, punctuating his status as a pioneer of the pop genre.
Perth Now
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Win an Exclusive Supercars Meet & Greet
Win an Exclusive Supercars Meet & Greet Credit: PerthNow Ever dreamed of getting up close with a Supercars legend? Here's your chance! Two lucky fans will win an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience at Wanneroo Circuit on Friday 6 June – including a private garage tour, driver meet & greet, photo ops and $500 worth of Supercars merchandise. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime moment. Enter below for your shot at pole position! Entries close on Wednesday 4 June, at 11:59 pm. All entrants may only enter once. All entrants found to have entered more than once per entry form will have their subsequent entries disqualified. T&Cs apply. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide.
West Australian
2 days ago
- Business
- West Australian
Lotto: Three West Aussies among five division one winners on WA Day long weekend Saturday draw
WA Day is not the only cause for celebration this long weekend after three Lotto players from the west hit the jackpot. The lucky trio are among five ticketholders who have banked more than $1.2 million thanks to the division one wins in Saturday's draw. Good fortune continued into division two, with 47 players netting hauls worth more than $7,950. Division three produced 1,491 winners who will each be enjoying a handy $597.40. The winning numbers for draw #4577 were 5, 45, 23, 27, 7 and 9. The supplementary numbers were 36 and 13. It comes after a Perth mum revealed to PerthNow how she spent her huge $2.3m payday after taking out a division one Lotto prize in January 2024. 'We toasted with this bottle of $7 champagne,' the woman said. She generously gifted her children a wad of cash, with some conditions attached. 'They got $100,000 for a mortgage, and they got $20,000 fun money,' she said. The couple have been enjoying the money after the win, remodelling the kitchen on their home, splashing on a 'dream car' 300 series LandCruiser and going away on surfing trips to Bali.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Business
- Perth Now
West Aussies score $1.2 million payday in long weekend Lotto
WA Day is not the only cause for celebration this long weekend after two Lotto players from the west hit the jackpot. The lucky ducks are among six ticketholders who have banked more than $1.2 million thanks to the division one wins in Saturday's draw. Good fortune continued into division two, with 47 players netting hauls worth more than $7,950. Division three produced 1,491 winners who will each be enjoying a handy $597.40. The winning numbers for draw #4577 were 5, 45, 23, 27, 7 and 9. The supplementary numbers were 36 and 13. It comes after a Perth mum revealed to PerthNow how she spent her huge $2.3m payday after taking out a division one Lotto prize in January 2024. 'We toasted with this bottle of $7 champagne,' the woman said. She generously gifted her children a wad of cash, with some conditions attached. 'They got $100,000 for a mortgage, and they got $20,000 fun money,' she said. The couple have been enjoying the money after the win, remodelling the kitchen on their home, splashing on a 'dream car' 300 series LandCruiser and going away on surfing trips to Bali.
Perth Now
3 days ago
- Climate
- Perth Now
Last minute changes to WA Day festival as wet weather looms
Fremantle's WA Day festival will still go ahead despite predicted rain on the day. Credit: PerthNow The WA Day festival in Fremantle at Bathers Beach and the Fishing Boat Harbour is set to go ahead despite a weather forecast of rain and a chance of storms on Monday. The Port City event comes after last year's celebration in Burswood was re-scheduled to take place in November to avoid weather disruptions which have dampened festivities in previous years. In a bid to ensure this year's bash goes ahead, event organisers have planned ahead in anticipation for the wet weather. It is understood that performances including the vintage fashion parade on Bathers Beach boardwalk will be relocated indoors at Bathers Beach House and Kidogo Arthouse. Attractions for all ages at the WA Shipwrecks Museum and Little Creatures will also be moved indoors. Organisers said a free shuttle service would run every 15 minutes from 10.30am between Fremantle Train Station and the Fishing Boat Harbour and ponchos would be available on the day. The festivities in Fremantle will run from 11am to 6pm on Monday, June 2. Other cities hosting WA Day celebrations on Monday include Albany, Geraldton, Carnarvon and Kalgoorlie Boulder.
