Iconic Australian band Powderfinger announce first tour in 17 years

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The band, who announced their reunion last week, say they are "absolutely ecstatic" to be playing together again.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:33:24 UTC.

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