‘Schlager’, Scandi-pop and sparkles: A music guide to Eurovision

From the lyrical chansons françaises to the mega-hits of Scandi-pop, the Eurovision Song Contest is just as much about trashy Europop as it is heartfelt ballads, writes Jess Carniel.

Australia qualifies for Eurovision final

Australia has qualified for the Eurovision grand final after 17-year-old Isaiah Firebrace was voted through in the first semi-final, amid a line-up featuring several wacky performances including a man in a horse’s head.

2016 Eurovision winner Jamala, from the Ukraine. Photo: Albin Olsson

SBS names new Eurovision hosts

Radio personality Myf Warhurst and comedian Joel Creasey have been announced as the new hosts of SBS’s Eurovision Song Contest coverage.