Australian Idol 2026 airs its grand finale tonight, April 15, 2026, crowning the winner from the top three finalists after a two-night event that began on April 14.[1][3][6]
Finalists
The remaining contestants are Harlan Goode (18, from Brisbane, a musical theatre enthusiast), Kalani Artis (23, from NSW Central Coast, a former landscaper with soulful vocals), and Kesha Oayda (21, from Jindabyne, a competitive skier turned singer).[2][4][8]
Event Highlights
The finale features guest performances by Australian stars like Vanessa Amorosi (dueting "Shine" with Kesha) and Anthony Callea (dueting "The Prayer" with Harlan), celebrating Idol's legacy.[1]
Judges Marcia Hines, Amy Shark, and Kyle Sandilands have guided the season, but public voting now decides the winner, who gets $100,000 and a recording deal.[5][2]
The show streams live on Channel Seven and 7plus at 7:30 p.m. AEST.[6]
Sources
It's down to the final 3! Harlan, Kalani, or Kesha? Who is your favourite for next week’s finale?
www.4ca.com.auSYDNEY — The grand finale of Australian Idol 2026 is set for Monday, April 13, and Tuesday, April 14, with the Top 3 contestants — Harlan Goode, Kalani Artis and Kesha Oayda — performing live on Channel Seven and streaming on 7plus before the winner is crowned on the second night at 7:30 p.m. AEST.
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