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Sydney Clubs Break Into DJ Mag Top 100 as City Emerges From Lockout Era
ivy Sydney and Chinese Laundry have made DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs list, marking a milestone moment for Sydney’s nightlife revival.

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Sydney Clubs Break Into DJ Mag Top 100 as City Emerges From Lockout Era
ivy Sydney and Chinese Laundry have made DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs list, marking a milestone moment for Sydney’s nightlife revival.

How Two New Zealand Artists Cracked 1 Billion Streams 'by Building Global Audiences From the Outset'
Two New Zealand artists have surpassed 1 billion streams, highlighting a global-first strategy reshaping how Aotearoa talent breaks globally.

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How Two New Zealand Artists Cracked 1 Billion Streams 'by Building Global Audiences From the Outset'
Two New Zealand artists have surpassed 1 billion streams, highlighting a global-first strategy reshaping how Aotearoa talent breaks globally.

FromThePit Returns in 2026 to Document Aotearoa’s Live Music Scene
Aotearoa’s FromThePit photography exhibition returns for 2026, featuring 58 photographers and an immersive AV showcase.

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FromThePit Returns in 2026 to Document Aotearoa’s Live Music Scene
Aotearoa’s FromThePit photography exhibition returns for 2026, featuring 58 photographers and an immersive AV showcase.

Big Red Bash 2026 Cancelled After Flooding Rules Out Relocation Plans
Organisers cancel the 2026 Big Red Bash after flooding at the Birdsville site, confirming relocation options were not viable.

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Big Red Bash 2026 Cancelled After Flooding Rules Out Relocation Plans
Organisers cancel the 2026 Big Red Bash after flooding at the Birdsville site, confirming relocation options were not viable.

Bachelor Girl Launch ‘Waiting For The Day’ Redux With Jessica Mauboy Collaboration
Bachelor Girl unveil a reworked ‘Treat Me Good’ featuring Jessica Mauboy, from their upcoming 'Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions' project.

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Bachelor Girl Launch ‘Waiting For The Day’ Redux With Jessica Mauboy Collaboration
Bachelor Girl unveil a reworked ‘Treat Me Good’ featuring Jessica Mauboy, from their upcoming 'Waiting For The Day: Artist Sessions' project.

Cox Ruling Reshapes Piracy Enforcement as Supreme Court Limits ISP Liability
The US Supreme Court’s decision shifts anti-piracy strategy away from ISPs, with major implications for labels and rights holders.

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Cox Ruling Reshapes Piracy Enforcement as Supreme Court Limits ISP Liability
The US Supreme Court’s decision shifts anti-piracy strategy away from ISPs, with major implications for labels and rights holders.

PPCA Welcomes Federal Review of Radio Royalty Caps Amid Push for Fairer Artist Pay
The PPCA is indicating a potential $4.8m boost for artists if current radio royalty restrictions are removed.

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PPCA Welcomes Federal Review of Radio Royalty Caps Amid Push for Fairer Artist Pay
The PPCA is indicating a potential $4.8m boost for artists if current radio royalty restrictions are removed.

Open Season 2026 Strengthens Brisbane’s Position in Australia’s Winter Festival Circuit
Brisbane’s Open Season returns for 2026, drawing from Vivid Sydney and RISING to deliver a winter program of international and local acts.

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Open Season 2026 Strengthens Brisbane’s Position in Australia’s Winter Festival Circuit
Brisbane’s Open Season returns for 2026, drawing from Vivid Sydney and RISING to deliver a winter program of international and local acts.

Live Nation Expands Support for Emerging Talent With ‘Next On’ Series
The new Live Nation ANZ initiative removes venue fees for emerging artists while creating paid opportunities for up-and-coming photographers.

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Live Nation Expands Support for Emerging Talent With ‘Next On’ Series
The new Live Nation ANZ initiative removes venue fees for emerging artists while creating paid opportunities for up-and-coming photographers.

Ocean Alley Wrap Record-Breaking AU/NZ Tour, Shift 80,000+ Tickets
Ocean Alley close their biggest headline tour to date, selling over 80,000 tickets as 'Love Balloon' returns to No. 1 on the ARIA Chart.

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Ocean Alley Wrap Record-Breaking AU/NZ Tour, Shift 80,000+ Tickets
Ocean Alley close their biggest headline tour to date, selling over 80,000 tickets as 'Love Balloon' returns to No. 1 on the ARIA Chart.

Australian Crawl Trademark Dispute Raises Questions Around Legacy Ownership
Founding members have taken legal action over trademarks held since the ’90s, highlighting ongoing tensions around band IP and control.

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Australian Crawl Trademark Dispute Raises Questions Around Legacy Ownership
Founding members have taken legal action over trademarks held since the ’90s, highlighting ongoing tensions around band IP and control.

No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees
The Sunshine Coast Music Awards have eliminated nomination fees and extended submissions, aiming to remove barriers for artists.

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No Fees, More Access: Sunshine Coast Music Awards Open the Door for 2026 Nominees
The Sunshine Coast Music Awards have eliminated nomination fees and extended submissions, aiming to remove barriers for artists.