Shannon Noll will perform live at the grand reopening of The Criterion Hotel in Helidon, Queensland this Friday, June 26 as part of Christian O’Connell’s Save Our Pub campaign.

Shannon will feature as part of special broadcast on the GOLD Network and will also perform The Horses as a special tribute to Daryl Braithwaite following his retirement announcement yesterday.

Ahead of the reopening, former NRL premiership winner and Selling Houses Australia landscaper Dennis Scott led a major makeover of the venue’s outdoor space. Owners Gary and Tracey (pictured with Christian and Rio) have worked tirelessly to restore it while navigating significant personal and financial challenges.

Now, listeners, locals and tradies came together to help bring the pub back to life towards the big reveal during Friday’s live broadcast from the venue.

Christian O’Connell said:

“This Friday is the grand reopening and we’re taking the whole show to Helidon. We wanted to make it something really special for the community, and when we asked listeners who should be part of it, one name came through loud and clear. To have Nollsy say yes and jump on board is huge.”

Shannon Noll said:

“I’ve seen the posts and my fans are blowing up so I’m going to come down and try to help you guys out at the Criterion Helidon Hotel on Friday. I’m going to come down and play some songs, maybe even a special cover. See you there.”

You can listen to The Christian O’Connell Show 6-10am weekdays on GOLD101.7 in Sydney, and 6-9am on GOLD104.3 in Melbourne, GOLD DAB+ in Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane, and via the iHeart app.