His appearance at Centennial Vineyards comes after comes after a concert he was due to appear in there with Joe Cocker earlier this year was cancelled.

Country performer Kasey Chambers, Ross Wilson of Eagle Rock fame and Barnes' daughter Mahalia will be the support acts.

The concert will be the the third A Day on the Green concert this summer, with Alicia Keys and Leonard Cohen also putting on shows.

Barnes recently returned from a six week tour of Europe to support the release of his Out In the Blue album.

Patrons are encouraged to pre-book a coach to collect them from their accommodation, or a nominated location, on the day.

Tickets to the event, which starts at 4pm, are $120 (reserved) and $89.90 (general admission). They go on sale on December 15 from Ticketmaster.

Children under 12 will be admitted free in the general admission area.

Contact Centennial Vineyards 4861 8701 or Ticketmaster (03) 9685 2477 or visit www.adayonthegreen.com.au