Music icon John Farnham to miss tribute concert in his honour due to poor health

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John Farnham will miss a tribute concert dedicated to his career due to poor health, the singer's family has confirmed prior to the Melbourne event this evening.

The Australian music icon has been in poor health for several years and his family confirmed he required 24-hour medical care at home.

Some of the biggest names in Australian music — including Jimmy Barnes, Tina Arena, Human Nature, Jessica Mauboy, Kate Ceberano and Ross Wilson — are performing at the charity concert.