2 October 2026
The Events Centre, Caloundra hosted show 43 of 46 on Vika and Linda’s Where Do You Come From? tour. Even this far into the run, their warmth and candid between-song banter made the evening feel personal. Backed by their band The Bullettes and dressed in white suits with black ties, the sisters commanded the stage with confidence and poise. Tender, emotional songs sat alongside familiar favourites from the eighties and nineties, their powerful vocals and rich harmonies lifting the roof.
The sisters’ easy rapport carried stories of their Australian-Tongan heritage, their parents’ relationship and an upbringing that continues to guide their music. They reflected on being made to feel different because of their Tongan heritage. Vika spoke of being called “Coca-Cola” when she started school; until then, she hadn’t been conscious of her brown skin as something that set her apart.
Vika and Linda’s affection for each other and family was evident in the teasing, laughter and memories shared. Linda’s confession that she sprayed Impulse around the room to mask the smell of smoke and alcohol after Vika’s nightclub outings drew laughter, while affectionate stories of their parents’ love for each other—and for Aldi’s Special Buys—kept everyone chuckling (and relating).
Stories of life on the road and in the studio brought familiar names into the conversation, including Paul Kelly, Mark Seymour and Kasey Chambers. They recalled a young girl in the crowd singing along to every word, who turned out to be Chambers, later writing Raise Your Hand for them.
A collaboration with Toni Childs in the Whitsundays gave rise to the lullaby Little Baby. With its Tongan greeting, “Mālō e lelei”, the song offered a sweet blessing that brought this audience member to tears: “Open-hearted, true and wise / May your life be full of kindness / And find your way with wings afoot.”
There were more tender moments. Linda spoke and sang sincerely about raising daughters as a single mother. Grandpa’s Song, recalls Vika walking past her grandfather, embarrassed by his traditional sarong: “And as you held out your hand, I’ll never forget / I walked right by you, this day I regret.” Her apology carried the ache of a childhood moment still felt years later.
Their shared love of swimming found expression in That’s How I Pray: “Freedom from the worry / Wash away my sins / I’m done being sorry / I’m ready to forgive”.
Deep into a long tour, the sisters offered humour, honesty and soulful singing. It was a beautiful, generous performance and an honour to witness.
