Eurovision: Delta Goodrem joins competition favourites as the party begins in Vienna

Delta 'proud' to be at Eurovision as five nations boycott competition

This week, the Eurovision Song Contest will burst onto the stage in Vienna, and onto screens around the globe, but behind the colour and campness, this year's competition is shaping up as one of the most politically charged in history.

Eurovision: Delta Goodrem joins competition favourites as the party begins in Vienna

Vienna is living up to its reputation as the ‘City of Music’ this week as it readies to host the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest. Fans in their thousands have flocked to the Austrian capital to watch performers walk the turquoise carpet for the opening ceremony parade. Among the contenders is Australia's entrant, Delta Goodrem, who's hoping to eclipse them all. This year’s event is taking place amid growing controversy over Israel’s participation, …