Big lunch is BACK! Melbourne bogan-funk favourites Playlunch are set to bring their nostalgia-packed, good-time-guaranteed live shows across the east coast on a mammoth 29 date run in late 2025 and into 2026. the Sex Ed Regional Tour will hit headline and festival stages across VIC, TAS, QLD, NSW, WA, and ACT from December through to May. But lunch aint over just yet! The boys adding on 3 extra dates through North Queensland, stopping in at Cairns, Townsville & Mackay.

The band will venture back across the country to Western Australia, with dates scheduled on NYE, before heading back in January for performances in Bunbury, Margaret River, and Albany, as well as Queensland stops on the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. New South Wales lunchers can catch Playlunch in Byron Bay, Albury, Gosford, Sydney, Newcastle, Avalon Beach, Wollongong, and Archies Creek, and Canberra will be treated to a one-off show. Playlunch are also scheduled to return to Tasmania for Good Gumnuts Festival, plus a headline show in Hobart. 

The regional run follows Playlunch’s completely sold out headline tour in September, where they played their biggest headline shows to date across the country. Reflecting on the tour and looking to the future, Playlunch say: 

“It’s been such a wild 3 months since we put out our sophomore album Sex Ed, and the response has been insane. The cap city album tour was absolutely bonkers - we’re still pinching ourselves that all those shows SOLD OUT so quickly (in such MASSIVE venues…what the helly) and the response from people was just wonderful. We also know how many people weren’t able to make it to one of those gigs or missed out on a ticket, SO……

We’re announcing our biggest headline run to date across regional locations around Australia (with a few festivals and special exclusive shows sprinkled in for good measure!). Touring regionally has always been such a big priority for our band since the very start, and getting around to all the people who continue to support us. To be able to keep the Sex Ed train rolling is so special! We’ll be playing a whole heap of the new tracks from the record live for the very first time in these locations (can’t wait to show you!), as well as all the favs from our debut album.”

Having just signed with international booking agency Mint Talent Group in North America, don’t sleep on the chance to see Playlunch in action before the rest of the world catches on.

“These will be the last Australian shows for quite a while as we are looking to see what the rest of the world has in store for us; so we hope you are able to grab a ticket and make it a night to remember. Everyone is in for an absolute treat, with a show of nonstop dancing and singing across the whole lineups!”

Playlunch’s Sex Ed album, released in August via ABC Music, was immediately adored, debuting at #7 on the ARIA Australian Artist Charts and cracking the Top 5 for physical sales. The release was followed up by an instant classic triple j Like A Version, with the group covering The Weather Girls’ ‘It’s Raining Men’. Earlier this month, Playlunch were nominated for two J Awards, including Unearthed Artist of the Year and Australian Music Video of the Year for their viral single ‘Keith’. The iconic track also made its way into bbno$’s setlist at his recent Melbourne show.

With an infectious catalogue of genre-blending tracks covering nostalgic and distinctly Aussie themes like school athletics days, Blue Light Discos, and the peculiar world of daytime TV on a sick day, Playlunch’s upcoming tour promises audiences a sense of euphoric escapism and unabashed joy. Pack your schoolbags and grab your Yu-Gi-Oh! cards for childhood nostalgia’s night of nights, coming to a city near you with additional dates due to be announced in the coming months. 

Big lunch is BACK! Melbourne bogan-funk favourites Playlunch are set to bring their nostalgia-packed, good-time-guaranteed live shows across the east coast on a mammoth 29 date run in late 2025 and into 2026. the Sex Ed Regional Tour will hit headline and festival stages across VIC, TAS, QLD, NSW, WA, and ACT from December through to May. But lunch aint over just yet! The boys adding on 3 extra dates through North Queensland, stopping in at Cairns, Townsville & Mackay.

The band will venture back across the country to Western Australia, with dates scheduled on NYE, before heading back in January for performances in Bunbury, Margaret River, and Albany, as well as Queensland stops on the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. New South Wales lunchers can catch Playlunch in Byron Bay, Albury, Gosford, Sydney, Newcastle, Avalon Beach, Wollongong, and Archies Creek, and Canberra will be treated to a one-off show. Playlunch are also scheduled to return to Tasmania for Good Gumnuts Festival, plus a headline show in Hobart. 

The regional run follows Playlunch’s completely sold out headline tour in September, where they played their biggest headline shows to date across the country. Reflecting on the tour and looking to the future, Playlunch say: 

“It’s been such a wild 3 months since we put out our sophomore album Sex Ed, and the response has been insane. The cap city album tour was absolutely bonkers - we’re still pinching ourselves that all those shows SOLD OUT so quickly (in such MASSIVE venues…what the helly) and the response from people was just wonderful. We also know how many people weren’t able to make it to one of those gigs or missed out on a ticket, SO……

We’re announcing our biggest headline run to date across regional locations around Australia (with a few festivals and special exclusive shows sprinkled in for good measure!). Touring regionally has always been such a big priority for our band since the very start, and getting around to all the people who continue to support us. To be able to keep the Sex Ed train rolling is so special! We’ll be playing a whole heap of the new tracks from the record live for the very first time in these locations (can’t wait to show you!), as well as all the favs from our debut album.”

Having just signed with international booking agency Mint Talent Group in North America, don’t sleep on the chance to see Playlunch in action before the rest of the world catches on.

“These will be the last Australian shows for quite a while as we are looking to see what the rest of the world has in store for us; so we hope you are able to grab a ticket and make it a night to remember. Everyone is in for an absolute treat, with a show of nonstop dancing and singing across the whole lineups!”

Playlunch’s Sex Ed album, released in August via ABC Music, was immediately adored, debuting at #7 on the ARIA Australian Artist Charts and cracking the Top 5 for physical sales. The release was followed up by an instant classic triple j Like A Version, with the group covering The Weather Girls’ ‘It’s Raining Men’. Earlier this month, Playlunch were nominated for two J Awards, including Unearthed Artist of the Year and Australian Music Video of the Year for their viral single ‘Keith’. The iconic track also made its way into bbno$’s setlist at his recent Melbourne show.

With an infectious catalogue of genre-blending tracks covering nostalgic and distinctly Aussie themes like school athletics days, Blue Light Discos, and the peculiar world of daytime TV on a sick day, Playlunch’s upcoming tour promises audiences a sense of euphoric escapism and unabashed joy. Pack your schoolbags and grab your Yu-Gi-Oh! cards for childhood nostalgia’s night of nights, coming to a city near you with additional dates due to be announced in the coming months. 

Sounds on Flinders – Live & Local Music Festival

𝘍𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘵, 𝘛𝘰𝘸𝘯𝘴𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘺 8 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳 2025 | 9𝘈𝘔 – 8𝘗𝘔 𝘍𝘳𝘦𝘦 | 𝘈𝘭𝘭 𝘈𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦

Townsville City Council proudly presents 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀, a vibrant micro music festival celebrating the heart and soul of our local music scene. As part of the 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 & 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 program — in collaboration with The Live Music Office, APRA AMCOS, QMusic, and Flinders Lane — this event brings together emerging artists, creative showcases, and the community that makes it all possible.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁:

Live performances from Townsville’s rising stars
Pop-up creative experiences and workshops
Family-friendly vibes and local food vendors
A full day of music, art, and connection
Whether you're a die-hard music fan or just looking for a great day out, Sounds on Flinders is your chance to experience Townsville’s creative pulse in action.

𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱, 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘄, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴!

THE LOADING DOCK – Locals Only Showcase at The Warehouse (November Edition)

Happening on the first Sunday of every month, THE LOADING DOCK has established itself as the 'punters choice' for Townsvillians who want to experience the best local talent, with a focus on original bands and solo performers, in a relaxed all ages setting (perfect for the entire family)

Our November edition will showcase 9 local acts split across two live music spacesr, plus an indoors/Summer edition of Darkcide Emporium with a heap of local alternative market stalls set up around the Warehouse bandroom.

WHAT TO EXPECT:
Local artists & bands – a mix of genres, raw energy, and undiscovered talent.

An air-conditioned edition of DARKCIDE EMPORIUM – Townsville’s first-ever ‘Alternamarket’, featuring unique, handcrafted, and underground goods from local creators.

Free entry for everyone– just show up and enjoy the vibes across the day.

Licensed all-ages event – an inclusive, welcoming space for everyone, perfect for families who want to enjoy something a little different.

Forget the usual Sunday routine – THE LOADING DOCK is all about celebrating and supporting the local music and arts scene in a clean and safe environment.

Sunday 2nd November | Noon til 5pm (or thereabouts)
The Warehouse, Townsville (and Mansfield Hotel)
FREE ENTRY
RSVP now, invite your mates, and let’s load up on live music, alternative culture, and epic Sunday vibes at THE LOADING DOCK!