Fan favourites Human Nature will extend the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Reach Out: The Motown Record with the MTWN20 Regional Tour 2026, coming to the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre in March next year.

Human Nature co-founder and member Phil Burton said the group was blown away by the reaction to the MTWN20 shows performed this year.

"The excitement of the audiences and the sheer fun of celebrating the 20th anniversary of our Motown journey was just incredible," he said.

"To have the chance to take the show to even more of our awesome fans is a dream come true, and we can’t wait to jump back in the van and travel to even more places to continue the party with you all.”

For over 30 years, Human Nature have been hitmakers, releasing 13 studio albums which have yielded 27 platinum awards, 19 top 40 singles, five top 10 worldwide hits, and album sales in excess of 2.5 million in Australia alone.

They were honoured in 2019 with induction into the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Hall Of Fame, and in the same year were each awarded a medal of the Order of Australia for services to charity, entertainment and the arts.

During this tour, audiences will also get to see the Tierney Brothers - Mike and Andrew - and one half of Human Nature perform tracks from their debut album Soundtrack Of My Life.

Described as "unapologetically pop", the brothers continue their musical careers with a feel-good repertoire of infectious pop music fans are sure to embrace.

Celebrating 20 years of Human Nature's iconic album and subsequent Motown hit releases, fans will enjoy an unforgettable live experience filled with hits from all three of the group's chart-topping Motown albums and beyond.

Expect a setlist packed with favourites like My Girl, Baby I Need Your Lovin', Easy and I'll Be There, alongside their own chart-toppers.

See Human Nature at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Saturday, 7 March 8pm and on Sunday, 8 March at 8pm, with tickets available now at wpacc.com.au.

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What's on in brief

The Pinsent goes country

Dust off your boots and grab your hat, when The Pinsent Hotel goes country on Saturday, 9 August from 6pm.

Join in for a night of hearty food, great live music performed by Fiction and lots of country-style fun, with prizes for best dressed in country and western style, plus giveaways throughout the night.

Tickets include a two-course meal with drinks available at bar prices, with tickets at pinsenthotel.com.au.

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National Tree Planting Day event

Help plant native vegetation to support local biodiversity and bushland regeneration when the Rural City of Wangaratta hosts a National Tree Planting Day community event on Sunday, 10 August from 10am to 1pm.

Volunteers will meet at Tarrawingee Station on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail (byo warm clothes, gloves and a water bottle) with lunch to be provided by the Moyhu Lions Club.

Register by Thursday, 7 August for catering purposes via humanitix.com/rcow-tree-day-2025.

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Community Cinema in Wangaratta region

Access a free or low-cost night of family fun and community spirit with the Rural City of Wangaratta's community pop-up cinema series.

Held across rural locations including halls, schools and reserves, events will be held on Saturday, 9 August at Da Vinci Social Club in Laceby (Croker Island Exodus) from 6pm, Saturday, 16 August at Eldorado Memorial Hall (Oddball) from 6pm, and on Friday, 22 August at Bowmans Murmungee Hall (Oddball) from 5.30pm.

For details or to book visit wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On or download council's Hello Winter Guide for more information.

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Project 365 Gala Ball 2025 at Wangaratta Turf Club

Enjoy a night of elegance, entertainment and community when the Project 365 Gala Ball is held at the Wangaratta Turf Club on Saturday, 16 August.

The black-tie event features canapés on arrival, a two-course meal, drinks and a charity auction, with live music from Lachie Routledge and Liam Blunt’s Funky Rhythm Train.

Dress to impress with a splash of teal and celebrate the incredible impact of Project 365 with tickets available via Humanitix.

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Cathedral College Wangaratta presents Mamma Mia!

Get ready to dance and sing along as Cathedral College Wangaratta students take audiences on a sunny, feel-good journey to a Greek island paradise with Mamma Mia! — the global smash-hit musical which has captured hearts for decades.

Featuring the unforgettable music of ABBA, Mamma Mia! blends timeless pop hits with a heartwarming story of love, identity and friendship, as Sophie, a young woman about to be married, goes on a quest to uncover the identity of her father.

Shows will be presented at the Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre on Friday, 15 August at 7pm, and on Saturday, 16 August at 1pm and 7pm, with tickets at wpacc.com.au.

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All British Day at Winton Raceway

All British Day at Winton Raceway, celebrating the heritage and performance of traditional British marques, will be held on Saturday, 16 August from 9am to 5pm.

Supported by the Jaguar Car Club of Victoria, Triumph Sports Owners Association, and the MG Car Club of Victoria, the event offers a unique motorsport experience with a curated All British Show and Shine, lunchtime parade laps, competitive events and the crowning of the All British Day Champion.

For more details or to enter a vehicle visit msca.net.au/events.

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