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The Victorian Government has labelled Oasis’ reunion tour shows as a major event in a bid to deter ticket scalpers.
The Australian state’s Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Steve Dimopoulos, made the announcement which means the Melbourne shows at Marvel Stadium will be protected under the state’s tough anti-scalping laws.
Tickets to a declared major event cannot be advertised or resold for more than 10% above their original value. Ticket package sellers will also require authorisation by the event organisers, and individual ticket-sellers must include ticket and seating details. Those that do not comply will be subject to a fine.
Oasis are set to perform at Marvel Stadium on October 31 and November 1.
The ticket presale began today (Monday), with the general onsale set for tomorrow.
“The Oasis reunion tour will be one of the biggest concerts to come to our shores in 2025 – and we’ve declared their Melbourne concerts as major events to make sure fans can see the Gallagher brothers live at a fair price,” commented Dimopoulos.
“Melbourne is Australia’s live music capital, and we have a very clear stance on ticket scalping – do not resell tickets to concerts at inflated prices because you will be fined.’’
Several events have been declared major events by the state for the next six months or so, including the upcoming Meredith Music Festival, this year’s Australia v India Boxing Day Test, and the 2025 Formula 1 Australia Grand Prix.
“Oasis Live 25 has been one of the most highly anticipated tours this decade. Fans have an insatiable appetite to see the UK legends live and by declaring this event, Live Nation are committed to making sure fans aren’t preyed on by scalpers,” added Live Nation Australasia chairman, Michael Coppel.
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