Candace Owens' Australian Tour Canceled, No Refunds for Ticket Holders

Candace Owens' tour in Australia has been canceled, affecting 15,000 ticket holders who will not receive refunds. The cancellation followed a visa refusal by the Australian government, which cited Owens' potential to incite discord. The promoter, Rocksman, has entered liquidation with only 21 cents in its bank account, according to a report by its liquidator. Owens claims to have incurred hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees related to the visa challenge and alleges that she was misled by Rocksman regarding the financial status of the tour. The tour's main sponsor, As Good As Gold, also reported being owed $80,000, which Rocksman indicated would be refunded in 2025 but has not yet been repaid. The promoter's financial difficulties have raised questions about the management of funds, with past associations of the individuals involved in organizing the tour also noted. Joel Jammal, head of Turning Point Australia, stated that he was unaware of Rocksman's insolvency issues when he communicated about refunds.