Martin Green explains why Australia does not need a new Eurovision invitation every year

Eurovision Song Contest director Martin Green has clarified how Australia’s unusual participation arrangement works. In an interview with Australian outlet Aussievision, published on 8 November 2026, Green explained that broadcaster SBS does not have to request or receive a new special invitation every year. In practice, the arrangement continues unless SBS chooses to sit out an edition, although Green did not suggest it could never change.

Australia first competed in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2015 and remains an unusual case because its broadcaster is outside the EBU’s normal full-member participation framework. Green praised Australia’s long relationship with the show and described SBS’s situation as exceptional. He also said he did not expect this particular invitation-based model to become a standard template for other countries.

The conversation also covered the inaugural Eurovision Asia, taking place in Bangkok on 14 November. Asked whether Australia could eventually take part in both competitions, Green said the decision would be up to SBS. He considered the established European Eurovision a natural musical home for Australia, but did not announce an Australian entry into Eurovision Asia or formally rule the possibility out.

With Eurovision 2027 scheduled for Burgas, Bulgaria, Green addressed travel concerns for Australian fans. Organisers are working on additional flights and transport connections, including options via Sofia and Istanbul, and on releasing further accommodation. These arrangements were described as being developed; exact additional services, availability and prices should not be treated as confirmed.

The interview offers useful context for Australia’s future without announcing a change to its 2027 artist-selection process. SBS’s Song Portal for Eurovision 2027 closed on 7 November after accepting artist and song submissions. The broadcaster has not used Green’s comments to identify a selected act or song. Fans should watch for separate official announcements about the Australian entry and practical travel details before tickets go on sale.