Michael returns to Australia for his third concert tour in May & June 2008. For the first time in Australia, Michael will perform in arenas and is bringing his current world tour production with him!

Tickets to concerts in Sydney & Perth go on sale Monday, December 3rd. Tickets to Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane on sale Thursday. December 6th.

This tour follows 2005's "It's Time" visit, which saw 13 sold out shows. "Call Me Irresponsible" entered the Australian charts at number one. It is the biggest selling album released by an international artist this year, spending nearly five months in the Top 10 and has since gone triple platinum.

One of Michael's biggest markets, Australia gave him his first number one album in the world when his 2003 self-titled set, hit top spot in September 2004. The album is now seven times platinum and "It's Time" is five times platinum.

The tour announcement coincides with the release of a special edition of "Call Me Irresponsible", featuring an 8 track bonus disc which includes 'Stuck In The Middle With You' and some festive favorites.



The tour is proudly sponsored by Mastercard. In addition to a pre-sale beginning November 26th, cardholders can purchase unique hospitality packages with their ticket.

Tickets are available through ticketek.com, or phone 132 849. Tickets for Perth are available through ticketmaster.com.au, or phone 136 100.

Here are the dates:

May 28th- Canberra, AIS ARENA
May 30th- Sydney, Entertainment Centre
June 2nd- Brisbane, Entertainment Centre
June 6th- Melbourne, Rod Laver Arena
June 9th- Adelaide, Entertainment Centre
June 11th- Perth, Challenge Stadium