Another night of big voices and bigger emotions has seen the competition tighten on Monday night, with Australian Idol now down to its Top 6.
As the live shows heat up, viewer votes are proving just as unpredictable as the performances, leaving judges and contestants on edge.
On Monday night’s episode, Charlie Moon and Simela Petridis were eliminated after Australia cast its vote, trimming the Top 8 down to six contenders still in the running for the grand prize.
The episode opened with a high energy group performance before hosts Ricki-Lee and Scott Tweedie revealed the bottom four, with Kalani Artis and Kesha Oayda joining Charlie and Simela in the danger zone.
A standout moment came earlier in the week when Harlan Goode bypassed the public vote entirely, earning a direct path into the Top 6 after his performance of Queen’s Somebody To Love impressed judges Marcia Hines, Kyle Sandilands and Amy Shark.
Amy Shark summed up the bittersweet mood of the night, noting the strength of the remaining contestants before adding:
“It’s sad for us. I love watching these guys perform every week, but it’s exciting that they have shown the country what they are capable of.”
Despite strong final performances from all four at risk, including crowd pleasing renditions of classics by Cyndi Lauper, Nelly Furtado and Stevie Wonder, it was Simela and Charlie whose journeys came to an end.
Charlie reflected on his time in the competition, calling it a lifelong dream since watching Guy Sebastian win in 2003, adding:
“This has meant the world to me. I have been dreaming of this since Guy Sebastian won in 2003.”
The night also featured a return performance from former winner Dylan Wright, as the remaining contestants edge closer to a prize that includes $100,000 and a recording package.
Tre to win
Harlan of course, taking on John Farnham and Queen was a tough challenge 
Troy Seidel Harlan said he wanted to sing a Queen song. Not a challenge/twist. Other contestants showed the country their versatility much more.
Rachel Brown Each week he’s gotten better and better,like the judge said he’s taken on some of the toughest songs in the competition,and manages to do better each week,at the age of 18 that’s really impressive since his vocal range will mature, don’t get me wrong,The others are all good singers,for me as a fan of Elvis,Freddie,and John Farnham,he’s given the same shivers
Troy Seidel Yes I think a few other idols could have taken on those songs also and sounded just as good if not better. I don’t dispute his talent at all – the top 6 can sing.
Rachel Brown Agree,they all deserve to be there,all have the talent and vocals to go much further,even if they don’t win it, just like Adam Lambert for example
Troy Seidel yes but keeping it Australian Idol – we have Rikki Lee, Jessica Mauboy, Anthony Callea, etc all who didn’t win that have careers in the media or music industry.
Troy Seidel yes he tackles hard songs and has the full package
Harlan to win 🏆
Harlan has a beautiful voice he will go far win or lose
Kalarni has such a beautiful voice
Jackie Butler your not kidding
Fabulous
Suzette Bartolozzi hope he wins
Jacinta to win
John for the win
They are all good
Bruce Ward why do you watch then,plenty of other things to do!!!
Tre to win
Bruce Ward you dont have to watch it, can someone show you how to flick the switch
Go Johnny. Go.go.go
Think Harlin will win but hope Jacinta gives it a red hot go!!
Go Jacinta,love her
Nah stopped watching now Charlie’s gone – show is ridiculous
It’s a popularity contest. Best singer might not win.
Elizabeth Christoffel you hit the nail on the head
Elizabeth Christoffel Adam Lambert. He was runner up and look at him now.
Elizabeth Christoffel Best sympathy story.
Elizabeth Christoffel I know, was thinking the same thing. Definitely at least 2 who should still be there. Go figure.
all the ones that are left are really good, but i like Harlan and John.
Chris Jim Petersen me too
Chris Jim Petersen me too
Bruce Ward You got a remote, dont watch it.
Go Johnny
Top 8 were all fabulous
So proud Jacinta ❤️
Chantel Guirguis How great does she look. I remember that she said in the makeovers she didn’t feel comfortable showing her legs, and here she is in a dress and looking gorgeous. I loved her performance on Sunday night, she sand with confidence.
Kathy Wilkinson I know and same here 😊
I was dissapointed that Simela wasn’t safe. That said, it makes next weeks a little easier to vote for my faves. I wonder if the judges will leave the top 6 completely to the public next week rather than have a judges save.
Judges save allows us to use our 10 for someone else. Bit tough for people who only like one!
Jenny Scully I know Charlie and Simela were my faves to win. I usually pick it from the auditions every year. I picked Marshall from his audition last year and Dylan the year before that. But was very disappointed they both went home last night. I think Harlan is great and Kesha is very good but Charlie was my top vote.🥲
Harlan to win.
Kesha, go girl.
How can u pick
Let’s hope the judges keep their hands away from the voting this week. Will always be a rigged show while there is influence from judging panel, which does not allow correct voting by the public.
I think Jacinta and Johnny will be the next to go. They are good but not the same caliber as the others.
I reckon it’s Between Harlan Johnny Jukebox And Also Jacinta
Bruce Ward … There are other stations you can watch.
Bruce Ward well you ‘are’ watching it Bruce…,WHY.🤷🏻♂️😂
Top singers don’t win with the exception of one or two contestants there’s not much talent in this crew !
Kerry Pimm there’s a lot of talent t
I think I must be watching a different show to Kerry Pimm!! 🤷
Kerry Pimm what rubbish.
Keisha or Harlan or Johnny to Win
What an amazing season! The best yet. Harlan for the win!!
Harlan for the win 💙💙💙💙 Best Voice …
Louise Jounquay Harlan to win
Harlan and Kesha
How many free to air channels and streaming options are there! Don’t punish yourself if you don’t like ‘garbage’. Saves you keystrokes too!
Harlan 🥳
TRE TO WIN
Go JACINTA.
Kesha and karlarni next to go.
Bruce Ward You don’t have to watch it??
Bruce really?? Turn it off or change the channel, would’ve thought that would be easier as opposed to negative feedback. 🤔
Simela was robbed hope the same doesn’t happen to Harlan
Rose Presley Australia voted, sadly Simela didn’t get enough votes from the public.
Deb Hann Well hoping the same doesn’t happen to Harlan
Julie Scott same Julie, my votes go to Harlan 😊
Good luck Harlan for the win.
Something about John. He’s the full package.
Liz Debono yup if like cruise ship singers or the wiggles…both good gigs.
Liz Debono I agree 👍 💯 Johnny is very good
Liz Debono yes I think we underestimate his popularity. He’s a showman that’s for sure.
Jacinta or Kesha
Jacinta should have left a long time ago. Simela will follow her own path hopefully. Harlen to win!
Yes I think Jacinta may have got the sympathy vote when she had a cry.
Simela should have stayed not kesha so boring an sucks up to judges an carrys on to much about herself I’m here 😴
Ricki Lee didn’t win and she is one of the best singers Australia has and we had the pleasure of being part of her incredible career . It’s a platform that holds hope for their future.
All the singers are brilliant in their own lane. Good luck to them all 🙏Media: https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.1997-6/555514942_720145480484475_1951173490311763063_n.png?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=23dd7b&_nc_ohc=yRLvZZN1It8Q7kNvwG5yWGm&_nc_oc=AdqfJA4vFvflRjVPHW5wfRkrqHkJOBIxXDnknJ3ktu9324YkyKw_jqAxF2c4k_MvCNM&_nc_zt=26&_nc_ht=scontent-syd2-1.xx&edm=AOerShkEAAAA&_nc_gid=HTNCYXYRd96OZyR-hQ7Qbw&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQGdH4pQ1ZfHc8UFEtYiNpxwFed91H4nqOJ9Anba2MIaf-s2QnP_OtSrl7MNrreg3VbBw_3uXQkCyA&oh=00_AfzYyAINrcilKCg292-LxADYC2DlqY5FDm8k__S7XAdA_Q&oe=69D15789
If not Jacinta, Tre.
I’m with you. Love those two.
They’re my two favourites too
Have heard on these pages Jacinta used the sloppy clothes as a ploy to get onto the show. The old sympathy vote.
Harlan to win
Kesha Harlan to winMedia: https://scontent-syd2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.1997-6/93025159_222645582401279_8207007965157261312_n.png?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=23dd7b&_nc_ohc=c9mMov9bBQ8Q7kNvwEcYYZN&_nc_oc=Adogts-d3I8Bmu-UWzpHNmyRPwOtZjjYcxkvbAtBjBENo4-gZ03JRXYja0vYVizmAW0&_nc_zt=26&_nc_ht=scontent-syd2-1.xx&edm=AOerShkEAAAA&_nc_gid=HTNCYXYRd96OZyR-hQ7Qbw&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQHtpTL63RgqwNlcAoOBYFHXVgL_QpSkYxoMdFVQbC3mdjiohysGx6P8bGqIL4oqlwjtQvERwmNC9Q&oh=00_Afx7TGH7q5fDKK02GCLtoiS69TJNZPIMD6i4hybEqPewJg&oe=69D15006
Harlam or Johnny to win
Carole Harris Harlan to win,
Then Johnny
Bruce Ward then don’t watch
What a sad man.
I have to say it has been one of the best idols I have seen.
So much talent this year Kalani and Kesha stand out to me. They both sing from the heart.
Is it just me or does Harlen look down his nose at other singers and has his back slightly turn away from them. His clapping is a polite clap not meaningful
No I don’t see that. I think they all get on really well.
Gail Caton his name is HARLAN
Denise Scott I CHANGED IT
Gail Caton No not at all
No way ,he comes across as a lovely friendly young man .
Haven’t seen that at all. In fact, I’ve seen the opposite- genuine hugs and cheering on his fellow contestants. Multiple reels on his page too of him singing and having fun with them. They all seem very friendly and encouraging of each other. ❤️
Gail Caton he’s 18 and is overwhelmed with the success he is having! He seems a Lovely young who has an amazing voice! 👏👏🤞🤞🤣🤣🌸🌸
Harlan or Kesha for me
GO HARLAN
Kesha for me.
Harlan or Tre …
It would be nice if Tre won and not the usual ballads… R&B for the win !!!!
This clearly isn’t a singing test it’s a popularity competition
Adam Thurling They are looking for a singing talent with the ability to connect with the audience, the public and can display humility and show confidence in performing.
Robyn Davies well wanwue was all that and more
Adam Thurling True, why was she voted out? We will never know.
Adam Thurling Not everyone agrees with you.
Jacinta to win
Harlan, Johnny, Tre. 🤗💕
I really feel that they should not let the audience vote and a show like this should be based on talent and should be solely decided by the judges who knows talent.It is not based on looks or who silly young voters vote for on this show it is “TALENT”.I like idol but this show has lost the plot big time.
Top 4 are Harlan, Tre, Kalani and Kesha, just saying
Gillian Walters Harlan Jacinta Tre Johnny is my pick
Jenny Steadman Jacinta and Johnny won’t beat the 2 Special K’s, Kalani and Kesha. Sorry..
Gillian Walters Simela was much better than Kesha but good luck to her. It’s all about popularity which negates earlier judging unfortunately. Harlan has the most outstanding voice of the remainder but hard to say who will get the popular vote.
Gillian Walters I’m with you and Jacinta and maybe Tres as back up
Gillian Walters my top 4 too
Gillian Walters Not Tre or Kalani.
Bruce Ward there are other channels to watch or didn’t you know that.
Bruce Ward And yet, here you are.
Honestly I don’t think any voice can beat Harlan but I do like the other kids
I want Charlie back please
Kesha has outstanding talent. Superstar 🌟🌟🌟 of the future .
Yes my three
Harlan to win!!!. Love Tre too but his songs are starting to sound too similar
Jacinta Kalani tre john
It’s not all Australia’s votes because the judges save people.Let’s face it if they didn’t do that there wouldn’t be 2 of them there that are there.I just think it is staged to a certain degree.Let Australia vote from the top 12 that’s if that isn’t staged as well.
Harlan Jonny Tre n Kesha
My favourite is Harlan amazing voice and presence followed by John and Jacinta
Bruce Ward If you dont like it, don’t watch ! You control the on off button. But many enjoy it!
The 2 J’s are going, as the 2 K’s are better lol
A lot of raised eyebrows lets be honest.. but I’m not one of them and I’m just glad they are all out there giving it a go… You don’t know what its like till you put yourself out there
Harlan for the win
Harlen would win hopefully
Jacinta, Harlan, Johnny, either one I’m happy
kesha jacinta kalani
Johnny is so natural sings so easy Johnny to win next Harlan or tre
Harlan to win
I always ask myself, which one could put on a 90-120 minute show and thoroughly entertain me the whole time? My pick to do this is Harlan, with different genre songs (he could do any!). Outfit changes (and I can only imagine what they would be), hair/make-up and I believe he can also play the guitar. I would spend my money to see one of his shows. The others? Don’t really think so as much.
Harlan all the way👍
Go for gold girls both stars 🌟 and good luck boys
Bring back Charlie,
Harlan needs to sing purple rain by prince
or John
Tre all the way
Harlan to win
Loved Jacinta’s outfit.
Two most interesting singers went – lost interest now!
Harlan
Love Johnny singing and dance
Tre, Kalani and simela sad she’s gone 😔
Harlan no one
Go “Johnny Go Go Go” John Standley!!
Harlan
Tre to win