[MUSIC NEWS] KARLY JEWELL To Headline Benefit Concert

February 25, 2026 Dave

Melbourne-based artist Karly Jewell will return to her hometown of Wentworth, NSW on March 7 to headline a special Cancer Benefit Concert at the Wentworth Showgrounds, bringing together music, community and culture for a full day dedicated to raising funds for cancer research.

The event, founded by local organiser Patrick Nunan, was created to support cancer research and community awareness. Now in its second year, the 2026 edition sees Jewell stepping in as headliner to help grow the event into something lasting and meaningful for the region she still calls home.

“For me this isn’t just another show,” says Jewell. “My late grandfather helped establish country music festivals in the area many years ago, so coming back to Wentworth to be part of something that supports the community and raises money for cancer research feels like a full circle moment and something we can continue to build on.”

While this show is firmly rooted in community, Jewell returns home with significant momentum behind her. Her second full length album There’s A Jewell In Town recently debuted at No.3 on the ARIA Australian Artists Chart, cementing her reputation as one of Melbourne’s most powerful contemporary rock voices.

Known for dynamic live performances and a voice that moves easily between rock grit and heartfelt delivery, Jewell has built a growing international audience through releases including the latest single Rock Ain’t Pretty, a track that captures the reality of carving out a life in music through persistence and hard work rather than shortcuts.

Her career has taken her from Melbourne’s iconic live venues to international stages including Los Angeles’ Whisky A Go Go and the Viper Room, alongside tours of Japan and strong global radio support. Despite that upward trajectory, the March 7 event remains deeply personal.

The Mayor of Wentworth will officially open proceedings and the day runs from 11am to 9pm with free entry and donation points throughout the site, the all-ages community fundraiser will feature a diverse lineup of live music and cultural performances, alongside family entertainment, food vendors and local exhibitors.

Joining Jewell on stage are Audio Reign, The Dreadful Tides and a selection of local and visiting artists, alongside appearances from the Thuukalu Dancers performing traditional Indigenous dance, Irish dancers, children’s entertainers Little Notes and a range of community performers across the day.

The event has drawn strong support from across the Wentworth and Sunraysia region, with sponsorship from Wentworth Shire Council, Trio Support Services and The Coomealla Club, alongside backing from local businesses and media including Triple M Sunraysia, BCF, Autobarn and music industry partners, Melbourne Backline, Maric Media, Shot By Slaidins and XMusic.

Beyond the music, the showgrounds will host food vendors, family activities, raffles and community stalls, reinforcing the event’s focus on connection as much as entertainment. All proceeds and donations from the day will go toward cancer research initiatives, with organisers encouraging attendees to register for free tickets in advance and contribute via on-site donation points.

EVENT DETAILS
Cancer Benefit Concert – Raising Funds for Cancer Research
Wentworth Showgrounds, NSW
Saturday March 7, 2026
11:00am – 9:00pm
All ages | Free entry | Donations encouraged

Donate:
https://fundraise.acrf.com.au/fundraisers/patricknunan