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Iconic Australian rock legends the Hoodoo Gurus will headline a big night of music and critical fundraising for wildlife on Saturday, September 27, at the Bluesfest Green Room.

Organisers say a star-studded bill has been locked in for the event, which will support the essential work of the Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital.

Toni Childs. Photo Jeff Dawson.

Special guest Toni Childs

‘Joining the Gurus on the lineup will be special guest Toni Childs, renowned for her soulful vocals and Grammy-nominated career, along with Brisbane 90s power pop band Screamfeeder, and Brisbane-based favourites, The Honey Sliders, known for their high-energy live shows and heartfelt tributes to classic albums’.

The Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital provides lifesaving veterinary care for sick, injured and orphaned native animals, and has been operating for five years.

‘Native animals face peril every day from habitat loss, pollution, road trauma, feral pests and introduced +disease,’ said Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital Founder and CEO, Dr Stephen Van Mil.

Truly honoured

‘We are truly honoured to have the Hoodoo Gurus, Toni Childs, King Stingray and The Honey Sliders donate their talents to support our life-saving work for native animals.’

Dave Faulkner, frontman of the Hoodoo Gurus, said, ‘We’re thrilled to be part of something so meaningful. Byron Bay is a place we love, and this concert gives us the chance to give back in a big way to help protect our incredible wildlife.’

‘The event is expected to sell out quickly, with lovers of music and wildlife flocking to support a great cause’.

Tickets available at www.moshtix.com.au.



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