PHENOMENAL ticket demand has led to Kylie Minogue adding extra dates to the UK leg of her Aphrodite - Les Folies 2011 tour.

This includes the Aussie star playing at the Cardiff International Arena in the spring, the first time she has played in Wales for nine years.

The former Neighbours star, whose new single Better Than Today is released on Monday, performs in the Welsh capital on March 25.

Minogue still has family in Wales - her mother was born in Maesteg - and the popular singer is excited at returning to her roots.

She said: "I am thrilled to be able to start the UK tour in Wales and can’t wait to get back there after nine years.

"Preparations for the tour are well under way and I’m really looking forward to getting back on stage."

Tickets cost £65 and £85, available from the CIA box office on 02920 224488.