Kesha Neve Crowned Winner of 2024 Australian Idol

Kesha Neve, a 21-year-old singer from Jindabyne, New South Wales, was declared the winner of the 2024 Australian Idol competition during a live grand finale broadcast on Tuesday night. She received the most votes from the Australian public.

Neve is the first female winner of the competition since Natalie Gauci in 2007. The prize package includes $100,000 and a recording contract.

Final Round Results

The final round featured Neve and runner-up Harlan Goode, an 18-year-old from Queensland. Each performed an expanded version of their original audition song.

Neve performed "Die With A Smile" by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars. Kalani Artis, a 23-year-old from the central coast of New South Wales, was eliminated earlier in the finale, placing third.

Winner's Prize Details

As the winner, Kesha Neve received:

• $100,000 in prize money.
• An exclusive recording package with Hive Sound Studios.
• An opportunity to attend a songwriting camp with Sony Music Publishing.
• Marketing and social media support from The Annex.
• VIP tickets to the ARIA Awards and TV WEEK Logie Awards.

Statements from the Winner

Following her win, Kesha Neve stated she was "incredibly grateful" for the experience and thanked those who voted for her. She said she plans to begin recording music immediately.

Neve identified performing alongside her father, whom she described as a musician and an inspiration, as a special moment during the competition.

Additional Event Highlights

During the broadcast, judge Amy Shark performed her new song "The Biggest Dick" from her forthcoming album "Soft Pop." The album is scheduled for release on July 31.

Judge Amy Shark was also quoted describing Kesha Neve as the "most talented, coolest chick I've seen on Idol so far" following Neve's final performance.