Lauren McNamara
Lauren McNamara is a Sydney-based journalist covering music, film, TV, media and pop culture. She began writing for Vinyl Media in mid-2025 and joined the team full time in August 2026.
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Fuel Costs and Financial Pressure Cutting Australian Event Attendance, Study Shows
As household bills and fuel costs bite, new research from Bolster reveals most Australian event-goers are now treating every ticket purchase as a financial trade-off.

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Fuel Costs and Financial Pressure Cutting Australian Event Attendance, Study Shows
As household bills and fuel costs bite, new research from Bolster reveals most Australian event-goers are now treating every ticket purchase as a financial trade-off.

Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed
Newcastle trio Trophy Wyfe have been crowned the winners of triple j Unearthed High 2026, beating more than 1,000 entrants from across Australia.

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Triple J Unearthed High 2026 Winner Revealed
Newcastle trio Trophy Wyfe have been crowned the winners of triple j Unearthed High 2026, beating more than 1,000 entrants from across Australia.

NSW Government Unveils Plans for Sydney Opera House Events
The NSW Government has revealed proposed reforms for the Sydney Opera House, including increased event capacities and changes to noise restrictions for outdoor performances.

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NSW Government Unveils Plans for Sydney Opera House Events
The NSW Government has revealed proposed reforms for the Sydney Opera House, including increased event capacities and changes to noise restrictions for outdoor performances.

ABC Confirms Return of ‘Spicks and Specks’ With Stacked Guest List
'Spicks and Specks' is returning to the ABC next month, with hosts Adam Hills, Myf Warhurst, and Alan Brough set to welcome a star-studded lineup of guests.

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ABC Confirms Return of ‘Spicks and Specks’ With Stacked Guest List
'Spicks and Specks' is returning to the ABC next month, with hosts Adam Hills, Myf Warhurst, and Alan Brough set to welcome a star-studded lineup of guests.

ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines
The Australian Recording Industry Association has unveiled a series of updates to the 2026 ARIA Awards, including new guidelines governing the use of AI.

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ARIA Reveals 2026 Awards Criteria, Including New AI Guidelines
The Australian Recording Industry Association has unveiled a series of updates to the 2026 ARIA Awards, including new guidelines governing the use of AI.

Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut
Tones And I is stepping into the red chair for the first time, joining a revamped coaching panel for the 2026 season of 'The Voice'.

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Tones And I Set for ‘The Voice’ Coaching Debut
Tones And I is stepping into the red chair for the first time, joining a revamped coaching panel for the 2026 season of 'The Voice'.

Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director
Brisbane Festival has revealed its 2026 program, marking the first edition curated by newly appointed Artistic Director Ebony Bott.

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Brisbane Festival Reveals Huge 2026 Program Under New Artistic Director
Brisbane Festival has revealed its 2026 program, marking the first edition curated by newly appointed Artistic Director Ebony Bott.

DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement
The US Department of Justice's own antitrust lawyers have reportedly criticised the government's proposed settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster.

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DOJ Lawyers Push Back on Live Nation-Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement
The US Department of Justice's own antitrust lawyers have reportedly criticised the government's proposed settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster.

Beethoven Tops ABC Classic 100 Countdown for Fifth Time
Beethoven’s 'Symphony No. 9' has once again been named Australia’s favourite classical work, topping the latest ABC Classic 100 countdown.

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Beethoven Tops ABC Classic 100 Countdown for Fifth Time
Beethoven’s 'Symphony No. 9' has once again been named Australia’s favourite classical work, topping the latest ABC Classic 100 countdown.

thatboykwame Returns to Like a Version Eight Years Later With 'Dance Monkey'
Thatboykwame has put his own personal stamp on Tones and I's 'Dance Monkey' for triple j's Like a Version.

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thatboykwame Returns to Like a Version Eight Years Later With 'Dance Monkey'
Thatboykwame has put his own personal stamp on Tones and I's 'Dance Monkey' for triple j's Like a Version.

Creators Issue Landmark AI Declaration at CISAC Assembly
Creators from around the world have come together in Paris to call for stronger protections for human creativity in the age of AI.

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Creators Issue Landmark AI Declaration at CISAC Assembly
Creators from around the world have come together in Paris to call for stronger protections for human creativity in the age of AI.

Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version
Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.

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Audrey Hobert Takes on Brother Malcolm Todd’s ‘Earrings’ for Like A Version
Audrey Hobert performed a heartfelt cover of her younger brother Malcolm Todd’s breakout track 'Earrings' for her debut Like A Version appearance.