Quick Read
- Jenny Morris was named as one of six 2026 inductees into the ARIA Hall of Fame.
- The induction will take place on June 11 at a standalone 40th anniversary ceremony in Sydney.
- The 2026 class includes a mix of rock, pop, and Indigenous artists, including the late musician Gurrumul.
SYDNEY (Azat TV) – New Zealand-born singer-songwriter Jenny Morris has been named as one of six inductees into the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) Hall of Fame for 2026. The announcement, made on May 4, confirms that Morris will be honored alongside other industry veterans during a standalone ceremony at Carriageworks in Sydney on June 11.
Expanding the ARIA Hall of Fame Legacy
The 2026 induction class highlights a diverse range of contributions to the Australian soundscape. Alongside Morris, the ARIA committee announced the inclusion of the late Indigenous musician Gurrumul, vocal duo Vika and Linda, singer Kate Ceberano, and rock bands The Living End and Spiderbait. Federal Arts Minister Tony Burke highlighted the significance of Morris’s contribution to the regional music scene, noting that while the artist is originally from New Zealand, her career impact is inseparable from Australian music history.
Career Milestones and Industry Recognition
Morris rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s through her work with the bands QED and INXS before establishing a highly successful solo career. Her induction coincides with the 40th anniversary of the ARIA Awards, an milestone year that organizers are celebrating with a return to a dedicated, standalone Hall of Fame event. ARIA chief executive Annabelle Herd stated that the chosen artists have defined specific moments in time and continue to influence how the country’s music is perceived both domestically and internationally.
The 2026 Induction Ceremony Details
The June 11 event will serve as a precursor to the broader 2026 ARIA Awards, which are scheduled for November 18 at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney. The Hall of Fame remains the highest honor in the Australian music industry, with previous inductees including legendary acts such as AC/DC, Kylie Minogue, and Olivia Newton-John. The posthumous induction of Gurrumul, who passed away in 2017, further underscores the committee’s focus on honoring figures with deep cultural legacies.
The inclusion of Morris, a New Zealander, in the Australian Hall of Fame serves as a formal institutional acknowledgment of the porous and deeply integrated nature of the trans-Tasman music industry, effectively cementing her status as a foundational figure in the development of modern Australian pop and rock.