Dave Warner

This October marks the fiftieth anniversary of Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs one of Australia’s most unique bands. `Suburban Boy’ Dave Warner, named by Bob Dylan as one of his favourite Australian artists, launched out of Perth with his 1972 proto-punk band Pus, then refined the concept into ‘suburban rock’ the Australian equivalent of Brit ‘kitchen-sink, angry young-man’ cinema.

In the late 70s Dave Warner’s from the Suburbs crash-tackled a largely imitative Australian rock scene with unbridled energy and originality with album ‘Mugs Game’ going gold within eight weeks. Tracks like “Convict Streak’ and ‘Half Time at the Football’, precursors to rap, and sung in an Australian accent sliced and diced the country’s culture and led to Warner’s arrest for singing “obscene songs”.

Now to celebrate that glorious era DWFTS come to The Bridge Hotel, Rozelle on FRIDAY Oct 9, 2026 for their only Sydney appearance, with most of the original ‘Mugs Game’ Suburbs in the line-up and some special guests.

For more than two hours Dave, Tony, Howie, Paul and a host of other musicians will perform material from Pus, through the Mugs Game, Free Kicks albums and beyond. This will be a very special night, possibly the last time you’ll get a chance to see this band deliver its history from womb to tomb.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

Doors open at 6.30pm

Show starts at 7.30pm

Seating is limited and unreserved

02 9555 1377

- Available at main bar counter
- Valid photo ID required for pickup
- Must be collected at least 30 minutes before event start time

- Street parking available
- Limited on-site parking behind venue
- Nearby public parking stations within 200 meters
- Metered street parking during business hours

- Ground floor level accessible
- Wheelchair ramp at main entrance
- Designated accessible restroom facilities
- Staff trained to assist patrons with mobility needs

- Smart casual attire recommended
- No thongs or athletic wear
- Outside food and drinks prohibited
- Must be 18+ after 8:00 PM

- Children welcome until 6:00 PM
- Must be accompanied by adult
- Kids menu available
- Designated family-friendly dining area