Live Music – Liv Cartledge

June 1 June 7

We’re welcoming Liv Cartledge to Charlotte Plains on the 1-7 June 2026. Join Liv around the campfire at the Bore Campsite daily.

Liv Cartledge is a singer-songwriter from Beechworth in Victoria’s High Country, writing folk-rock Australiana shaped by honest, unfiltered storytelling. With a voice that can growl one moment and soar the next, her songs feel unpolished and deeply human, lingering long after they end. Her lyrics trace home, love, loss, and learning to grin through the chaos in between.

There’s grit in her delivery and warmth in her tone, with music that’s soulful and textured. Whether backed by a full band or standing alone with her guitar, Liv commands attention through truth rather than polish. In 2025, Liv toured nationally with Australian folk heavyweights The Waifs, while her first single from an upcoming album has landed on Double J rotation, marking a bold new chapter. She is currently working on her debut full-length album, an intimate and hard-hitting collection set for release in mid 2026.

Live Music – Mark Porter

September 19 September 25

Mark Porter is back with us, performing at the Bore Campsite from 19-25 September, 2026. 

Mark is a third generation musician, influenced by the early music that came out of Americas Deep South. With rich vocals, his renditions are raw, played on Acoustic and Dobro slide guitars.

He has performed at festivals including Gympie Music Muster, Agnes Water Blues, Roots & Rock Festival, Rotorua Blues Festival, Festival of King Island, Airlie Beach Festival of Music, and Cooktown Discovery Festival.

The touring will continue in 2026. With residencies in NW and SW Qld, and another appearance at the Agnes Water Blues and Roots Festival.

Live Music – Clare Cowley

April 26 May 7

We’re thrilled to have Clare Cowley return to perform at the Bore Campsite from 26 April – 7 May, 2026. 

Velvety vocalist & Meanjin based musician, Clare Cowley, charmed listeners with country blues vinyl album, Desire Notes in 2023. Clare grew up with singalongs around the piano in her hometown of Allora. With songs that evoke the likes of Sarah Blasko, Clare was a Highly Commended Artist at the Queensland Music Awards 2024.

Touring her music around Australia, Clare has supported the likes of Neil Murray. The new ‘Rock & Druins’ EP is another self-illustrated expression of wonder that anticipates Clare’s 3rd full length album ‘Handwritten Letter’ to be released in 2026.

Live Music – Drew Blundell

August 28 September 17

We are looking forward to welcoming Drew Blundell back to Charlotte Plains from 28 August – 17 September 2026! 

Drew is an Australian country and contemporary folk artist known for his soulful vocals, melodic guitar work, and multi-instrumental ability. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has carved a reputation as a compelling live performer, busker, and recording artist whose style blends classic country roots with modern sensibilities.