HISTORICAL FACTS: Mulletfest - The Untold Story

Party out back as mullets most magnificent go on show

People from all walks of life have converged in a small town to celebrate the unmistakeable hairstyle that embodies the Aussie larrikin spirit.

AAP · Dec 6, 2025

Curry in Kurri? Home of Mulletfest spices things up with new festival

Well, if the shoe fits.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 19, 2024

How Emma kicked cancer to rock out at Mulletfest in 2024

Emma Baillie has been through hell, but she has come back with a vengeance.

Newcastle Herald · Feb 24, 2024

Hairbrained? English doctor to take on Aussies in mullet-growing contest

Dr Alastair Bush began growing out his short back and sides during Covid and decided to keep going

The Guardian - UK · Nov 14, 2023

Love is in the hair: Mulletfest returns to Kurri Kurri

"I think it's great that we have managed to grow and change but stay true to the original."

Newcastle Herald · Feb 25, 2023

Mullet Nation: how a hairstyle inspires rebellion

"Everybody's happy and nice to each other. You feel part of something, you know?"

Newcastle Herald · Dec 10, 2022

Styling it out: Mulletfest hits the road

One woman's plan to bring a party in the back to her regional NSW town is attracting international media attention and gearing up for a national tour.

AAP · Feb 26, 2022