Australian Idol is back for its thrilling 2026 season, and the competition is heating up in the live shows! If you’re watching on Channel 7 or 7plus and want to support your favourite contestant, voting is quick, easy, and done entirely by SMS.
The official Australian Idol voting number is 0457 500 700 — this is the only number you need to text your votes to during the public voting windows.
Step-by-Step: How to Vote for Australian Idol
- Watch the Show – Performances usually air on Sunday or Monday nights. Voting opens shortly after (typically around 7:00–7:30 pm AEST/AEDT) and stays open for approximately 24 hours (closes the following evening at 7 pm).
- Text the Contestant’s Name – Using your mobile phone, simply type the contestant’s name (exactly as shown below) and send it as a text message to 0457 500 700.
- Vote Multiple Times – You can send up to 10 votes per mobile number per voting period. Each text counts as one vote, so feel free to send “Jacinta” ten times if you want to give your favourite maximum support!
- Confirm It Counts – Standard SMS rates apply (check with your carrier). Votes are only accepted during the official window — texts sent outside these times won’t count.
- Watch the Results – Tune in to the next episode to see if your votes helped your favourite advance!
Important Notes:
- Voting is 100% SMS-based via the Australian Idol voting number (no app or online voting for the public this season).
- One phone number = max 10 votes. Ask friends and family to vote too!
- Always double-check the spelling of the name — it must match exactly for your vote to register.
Table of Text for Each Contestant to Vote
Here’s the official list of current Top 6 contestants from the latest “Voting is NOW OPEN” post. Simply text the name shown in the Vote Text column to 0457 500 700.
| Contestant | Full Name / Known As | Vote Text to Send |
|---|---|---|
| Jacinta | Jacinta Guirguis | Jacinta |
| Kesha | Kesha Oayda / Odeya | Kesha |
| Kalani | Kalani Artis | Kalani |
| John | John Standley | John |
| Harlan | Harlan Goode | Harlan |
| Trè | Trè Samuels | Trè |
Pro Tip: Copy-paste the name or type it exactly as shown above to avoid any spelling issues. Many fans send their 10 votes in one go for their top pick!
Voting is one of the most exciting parts of Australian Idol — your texts directly decide who stays in the competition and who moves closer to becoming the next Australian Idol. Whether you’re cheering for the forklift-driving powerhouse Jacinta or the singing skier Kesha, every vote makes a difference.
So grab your phone, text the Australian Idol voting number 0457 500 700 right now, and make your voice heard! 🎤❤️
Who are you voting for this week? Drop your pick in the comments and let’s keep the conversation going. Good luck to all the Top 6 — may the best talent win! 🇦🇺
