Beyonce jets into Sydney

American songstress Beyonce Knowles has arrived in Australia to begin her whirlwind five-day tour.
The former Destiny's Child singer, who has had solo success with songs Deja Vu and Irreplaceable, arrived at Sydney International Airport at 7am (AEST) today.

She performed at Sydney's ACER Arena tonight.
Dressed in a tight black jacket and jeans Beyonce signed autographs for a handful of fans before being whisked through a side exit by her personal security team.

She also will perform in Brisbane on Sunday evening, in Adelaide on Tuesday with her final show to be held at Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park on Wednesday night.