JUNE 15TH:

Channel [V] Replay:
Channel [V] will be replaying the [V]HQ exclusive performance Human Nature did in late 2001 to promote not only the release of the 'Here and Now' album but also their appearance at Rumba. The concert will be aired at 9.30pm on Tuesday July 16th and replayed again on Wednesday July 17th at 11.30am.
JO'K Charity Concert:
Human Nature are set to join a string of Australian performers in a charity concert to raise funds for a life-size bronze statue of Australian Entertainment legend Johnny O'Keefe. The statue, priced at $65,000 will be erected in the main street of Tweed Heads on the Gold Coast early next year. There is no further news on the time or location of the concert.
Rumba Announced:
News about Rumba 2002 is beginning to surface. There is no word of Human Nature planning to join the line-up already containing names like Enrique Iglasias, Pink, Shakira, M2M, Ja Rule, Shakaya, Selwyn and a come back from Shaggy. The proposed date for Melbourne's show is again Saturday November 16th at Colonial Stadium, and Sydney's; Saturday November 30th, at Stadium Australia. Rumber 2002 will be playing in all major capital cities this year.

MAY 17TH:

Televised:
Don't forget, if you have access to the cable channel 'The Main Event', that the 'Here and Now' Tour that swept the country in March/April earlier this year is going to be televised tomorrow. It will be shown at 6.30pm and again at 8.30pm on Satrurday May 18th. The concert to be shown will be the 2nd Melbourne show, held on March 13th 2002 at the Palias Theatre.
Toby on Stage:
With his television show 'Body and Soul' reportedly not renewed for a second season, Toby is taking his acting skills to a new level. He will appear in the stage spectacular 'Cabaret' oppostie singing sensation Tina Arena and 'Stingers' star Ian Stenlake. He has been cast as the flamboyant Emcee ..sporting heavy make-up, white body-wash and glittery nipples. The show will premiere in Sydney on April 19th, will head to Melbourne around November [where Tina Arena's role will be played by Lisa McCune] and early next year, it will head to Adelaide. For more infomation visit www.cabaret.com.au.
On the Road Again:
We're more than half way through the Regional extension on the 'Here and Now' Tour and there have been nothing but rave reviews from the twenty-four venues already graced with the show. If you caught the arena version of the tour, you'll be happy to know that the current tour includes most of the stage show, with the noted exception of 'House of Cards'. One of only a few non-released songs to be performed during the 90 minutes. The tour has four dates remaining around New South Wales, after which it will travel to Melbourne for four shows next weekend. For tour dates click here.

APRIL 18TH:

Televised:
It has been confirmed that Foxtel's 'Main Event' chanel will host Human Nature's 'Here and Now' tour on May 18th. If you book before May 6th you'll be charged the early bird rate of $16.40. After that time the fee rises to $21.40. The concert shown will be Melbourne's second show that was held on March 13th ...Phil's birthday.
HNHQ:
The official Human Nature website [http://www.humannature.com.au] has been recieving regular updates from none other than Human Nature themselves. The guys have been answering fans' questions, requesting links and asking for photos that can be displayed on the site.
Tour Update:
The regional tour is underway and a few last-minute changes have been made to places and dates for upcoming shows. Tickets are on sale now and in most areas are priced around $30. Most shows are over 18 so be sure to check that you can get in before buying your tickets. Check here for updated dates and doors-open times.

MARCH 25TH:

Night Clubbing:
If you're over 18 and live in Sydney, be sure to head down to ARQ on Sunday March 31st. Human Nature will be performing a short but intense set from 1am. Prices are not known.
Performaing Again:
Human Nature will perform 2 shows in Sydney at St Mary's Rugby League Club. Both shows are on Friday, May 17th; The first, an all-ages show, from 5.30 - 7.30pm with tickets priced at $25.00. And the second, over 18's show, from 8.30 - 11.15pm, priced at $30.50.
Body + Soul finale:
This Thursday's episode marks the final in this series of Toby's lifestyle program 'Body + Soul'. It is not yet known whether the show will be returning. After debuting at the top of the ratings, largely due to the show's celebrity cast, the show has petered out in the ratings race.
Regionals:
With the capital city leg of the Here and Now National Tour now out of the way, Human Nature are preparing for a huge regional tour. The dates for QLD, NT, NSW and VIC have already been released [you can review them here] Human Nature have stated that they are keen to also tour WA and SA with the tour and are current securing locations to be announced shortly.
The Main Event:
Those with Foxtel will be familiar with the Pay Per View channel The Main Event. Saturday May 18th will feature a Human Nature special at 6.30pm and again at 8.30pm. The event will cost $15-$20 and will allow access to both showings of the special.
Rumba 2002:
It has been announced that Rumba, the poptastic festival of 2001 which only visited Sydney and Melbourne, will be returning to Australian shores later this year. The artist line-up is not yet known but the show will tour Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.

MARCH 8TH:

Here And Now Tour A Success:
Reports from those who have seen the 'Here and Now Tour' as it made it's way through Newcastle, Canberra, Brisbane, Perth and Sydney, have hailed it a success. Without giving away any details, those who have attended the show have had nothing but rave reviews for the guys' performance. Fans in Melbourne, Hobart and Adelaide still await the arrive of the Tour in the next few weeks ...dates can be found on this site's title page.
Regional Tour Dates:
As promised, the Hear and Now touring, currently touring Capital Cities, is heading to regional areas of the country soon. click here for the dates.
Fan Club Collapse:
The most recent attempt at the Official Human Nature Fan Club has collapsed. In something resembling Ansett's recent struggle to remain afloat, the Human Nature fan club has changed hands several times over the last few years. Although details of a new fanclub have not yet been issued, plans are being made to get it up and running again. Watch this space for more.

FEBRUARY 3RD:

Extra Shows:
More dates have been added to the coming tour. As previously announced March 9th has been added in Sydney, as well as March 10 in Newcastle and March 13th in Melbourne. Although sale information on these concerts is not yet avaiable on official websites, it is believed that Newcastle tickets go on sale tomorrow, Monday February 4th at 9am, and Melbourne next Friday, February 8th at 9am. Sydney's second show is reportedly already selling.
Body + Soul:
Anyone reading today's Sunday Herald-Sun [and affiliates] 'Body + Soul' would have seen not only an introductory article to the team [including our Toby Allen, Paul Mercurio, Karina Brown and Erika Haynatz] but also an article about laughter as therapy which details one of Toby's coming stories on the show which debuts this Thursday night at 8pm on Channel 9.
Rumours To Rest:
In a recent interview with TV Week Toby put to rest concern that Human Nature's future is in trouble. With the realease of a 'Best Of' album and Toby's addition to channel 9's 'body + soul' there has been talk of a split. Toby says the members are simply trying new things. Andrew and Michael are focusing on enhancing their songwriting, Phil is developing his own publishing company and Toby is branching into Television. He assures that all four guys are as dedicated to Human Nature as ever.

JANUARY 25TH:

Body and Soul:
Toby will appear on Channel 9's new 'Body and Soul' on Thursday February 7th from 9.30pm. The show is taken from an extract available with The Herald-Sun chain of newspapers and is a fitness/lifestyle program.
Tour 2002:
An extra Sydney show has been added to Human Nature's Tour 2002. Tickets are now on sale for a show on Saturday March 9th at the State Theatre in Sydney. There is also a strong chance Melbourne will announce a second show soon. No news on that yet.
Tour Format:
Tour 2002's main focus will be the strong songs of the last six years. Mainly those included on the 'Here and Now; the Best of' album. With the possible addition of some new tracks the concert promises to be a knock-out.

JANUARY 16TH:

Body and Soul:
Toby will appear on Channel 9 on February 11th co-hosting a television program called 'Body and Soul'. The show is based on an extract from the Herald Sun [and affiliates] also titled 'Body and Soul'. The time of airing is not known so watch your tv guides.
Birthday Boy:
The only other news on the Human Nature front before the band gets back into work after New Year, is that Friday the 18th of January is Michael's 25th birthday. As the 'baby' of the group Mike is the last of the four to reach this milestone-age :) HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIKE!! :)