"The prospect of three original members sharing a stage was unexpected." — Simon Binks
Australian Crawl to Reunite for First Time in 40 Years
The iconic Australian rock band Australian Crawl will reunite for a series of performances in late 2026, marking the first time the band has performed under its name since its split in 1986. The shows will be part of the Red Hot Summer Tour, which also features Men At Work as a headliner.
Reunion Lineup and Background
Original members James Reyne (vocals), Simon Binks (guitar), and David Reyne (drums) are scheduled to perform. They will be joined by former member John Watson and other musicians, including Brett Kingman, Josh Owen, Andrew McIvor, Sean Johnson, Melinda Jackson, and Nicole Kurta.
The reunion follows a legal dispute over the band's name. Binks and James Reyne filed an application in the Federal Court against former drummer Bill McDonough regarding trademark rights to the name "Australian Crawl."
Band History
Australian Crawl formed in 1978 on the Mornington Peninsula. The band released several albums, including Sirocco and Sons of Beaches. Their popular songs include "Reckless (Don't Be So)", "The Boys Light Up", "Errol", and "Things Don't Seem."
Tour Details
The tour is scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026, in Coolangatta Beach, Queensland. The full list of scheduled dates and locations is as follows:
- Sunday, November 1: Coolangatta Beach, Queensland
- Saturday, November 7: Victoria Park, Ballarat
- Sunday, November 8: Mornington Racecourse, Victoria
- Saturday, November 14: Sandalford Wines, Swan Valley
- Sunday, November 15: Glenelg Beach, South Australia
Additional tour dates in October 2026 have also been confirmed:
- Saturday, October 17: Queens Park, Toowoomba
- Sunday, October 18: Sandstone Point Hotel, Queensland
- Saturday, October 24: Berry Showground, New South Wales
- Sunday, October 25: Keirle Park, Manly
- Saturday, October 31: Roche Estate, Hunter Valley
Other Performing Artists
The tour lineup also includes Men At Work (featuring Colin Hay), Boom Crash Opera, Birds of Tokyo, Vika & Linda, Eskimo Joe, and Ella Hooper.
Ticket Sales
General ticket sales are scheduled to open on June 25, 2025.
Artist Statements
Simon Binks stated he is looking forward to the celebration of Australian Crawl and noted that the prospect of three original members sharing a stage was unexpected. James Reyne expressed delight at performing with former bandmates. Colin Hay of Men At Work commented on the success of the first two Men At Work records and said he has learned to embrace the past rather than compete with it.