Australian Idol on Channel 7 meet Kalani – Shy tradie steps into the Australian Idol spotlight.
“You are exactly what we hope to see walk through those doors”
Say hello to Kalani: a shy tradie ready to stun the judges when Australian Idol returns for a massive fourth season on Seven and 7plus in 2026.
The 23-year-old landscaper from the Central Coast, NSW, discovered his love of music thanks to his beloved nan.
He might look a little nervous under the lights, but the moment Kalani sings, it’s clear his voice belongs on the Australian Idol stage.
Judge Amy Shark exclaimed:
“You are exactly what we hope to see walk through these doors.”
Could this shy tradie be the next Australia Idol?
With the bar set higher than ever, Australian Idol 2026 is shaping up to be the toughest season yet, as judges Marcia Hines, Amy Shark and Kyle Sandilands search for an Idol with the full package of talent, presence, and star quality.
Expect powerful performances, emotional journeys and the discovery of extraordinary new talent as the judges leave no stone unturned to find the next Australian Idol.
Australian Idol – Coming to Seven and 7plus in 2026
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Australian Idol on Channel 7 meet Kalani
