The much-loved musical treasure will perform many of the massive hits on her 2023 album, Still Shining: the 50th Anniversary Ultimate Collection.

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Still Shining acknowledges Hines’ 22 albums and countless chart-topping singles.

Speaking to the News Of The Area, she said the show will include a few surprises and conversations with the audience.

“The greatest thing about show business is the surprises we try to put into a live show,” she said.

“A large part of being on stage is being perceptive towards what’s going on in the audience; given the chance, it’s really great to chat to them.”

Hines is deeply mindful of how her music stirs memories; not only within herself but in people she will never meet.

“One of the incredible things about singing is you are amazed at how much a song has touched you.

“As a performer you hope you will really touch people and one of the most wonderful things about being a singer/actor/poet is the storytelling side of things.

“Watching the reaction of the audience, it’s so heartfelt. I don’t really have words to describe it.

“It’s just an amazing thing to be such a large part of the tapestry of people’s lives.”

Hines has toured the region in the past with the Daly-Wilson Big Band.

“There was a time in the 70s and 80s when I was on the road touring concerts for most of the year, and on more than one occasion we played Grafton.

“On one of those visits the Jacaranda Festival was in full swing. The city looked absolutely beautiful.

“I don’t believe I’ve performed in the Saraton Theatre before though, so I’m looking forward to seeing the people there.”

She’s also looking forward to some retail therapy.

“I will hopefully have time to shop as I love visiting op shops and find wonderful towns like Grafton to be filled with friendly people and nice cafes.”

By Andrea FERRARI